CDL-A Regional Truck Driver – Heavy Haul – $85,000–$92,000/Year

Pay Range: $0.62–$0.68 CPM (based on tenure)
Estimated Annual Earnings: $85,000–$92,000 (W-2; not guaranteed)
Home Time: Weekly reset (with possible midweek home nights for local drivers)
Equipment: Assigned automatic sleeper tractors
Freight: Heavy haul dry van | No-touch

Position Overview

We are hiring experienced CDL-A regional drivers for a dedicated heavy-haul regional position based out of Salt Lake City, UT. Drivers will deliver dry van freight to retail locations throughout Utah, Idaho, and Montana.

This is a stable, year-round position offering consistent miles, assigned equipment, structured pay increases, and predictable scheduling. Drivers must be comfortable operating heavy loads in mountainous terrain and winter weather conditions.

Pay & Compensation

• Starting pay: $0.62 CPM
• Average weekly miles: ~2,300
• Estimated annual earnings: $85,000+ (W-2; not guaranteed)

Mileage Pay Progression:

• 6 months: $0.63 CPM
• 1–2 years: $0.64 CPM (avg $87,000/year)
• 2–3 years: $0.66 CPM (avg $89,000/year)
• 3–4 years: $0.67 CPM (avg $90,000/year)
• 4–5+ years: $0.68 CPM (avg $92,000/year)

Home Time & Schedule

• Regional operation with weekly reset
• Alternating schedule:
• 6-day work week
• 4-day work week
• Start day is consistent once assigned (typically Tuesday or Thursday)
• Weekend work required
• Start time window: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM (assigned by account)
• Average workday: 11–14 hours
• Drivers living within 75 miles of Salt Lake City may have the opportunity to be home 1–2 nights per week in addition to reset (not guaranteed)

Equipment & Freight

• Assigned automatic Freightliner sleeper trucks
• Single bunk sleepers
• 53 dry van trailers
• Heavy-haul loads (gross weight up to 105,500 lbs)
• No-touch freight
• Mix of drop & hook and live load/unload (majority drop & hook)
• Trucks must remain at the account during time off

Operating Area

Regional operation serving:

• Utah
• Idaho
• Montana

All routes originate from Salt Lake City, UT.

Driver Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months verifiable tractor-trailer experience
• Ability to chain as weather conditions require
• Comfortable driving in mountains and winter conditions
• Must meet DOT physical and safety requirements
• Must have personal transportation to and from the account
• Willingness to assist other regional operations as needed

Training & Orientation

• Paid online orientation
• Orientation and reporting location:
  Salt Lake City, UT area

Paid Time Off & Holidays

• PTO accrues from day one
• 6 paid holidays
• Safety bonus opportunities may apply

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Onsite management support
• Paid online orientation

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