Truck Driver - OTR CDL Class A

🥊 CDL CLASS A OTR DRIVER – $1,800+ WEEKLY

📍Pickup Location: Maryland
🚚 Drop & Hook | 1099 | Gas Cards | Safety Bonuses
 

Heavy Weight Freight is seeking experienced, safety-focused CDL Class A drivers for an Over-the-Road (OTR) position operating under full FMCSA regulations.
 

This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position with starting pay from $1,800+ per week for qualified drivers who meet strict safety and compliance standards.



ℹ️ ABOUT HEAVY WEIGHT FREIGHT

Heavy Weight Freight is owned and operated by former and active drivers with real field experience. Part of the benefit of working with and for us is that you are employed by actual human beings who understand and appreciate the grind first-hand, not office-bound admins or corporate executives who are disconnected from the reality of life on the road. 

💰 COMPENSATION + INCENTIVES

• Starting at $1,800+ per week
• Drop & Hook freight
• Gas cards provided (authorized use only)
• Performance & safety bonuses
• Consistent miles
• Professional dispatch & operations support

📍POSITION DETAILS

• Pickup location: Maryland
• Over-the-Road (OTR)
• Drop & Hook freight
• ELD required
• Operate in full compliance with:
  • 49 CFR Part 383 (CDL Standards)
  • 49 CFR Part 391 (Driver Qualifications)
  • 49 CFR Part 395 (Hours of Service)
  • 49 CFR Part 396 (Inspection & Maintenance)
  • 49 CFR Part 382 (Drug & Alcohol Testing)

✅ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (STRICT – NO EXCEPTIONS)

• Must be 25 years of age or older
• Valid CDL Class A
• No accidents within the past 5 years
• No moving violations
• No DUI / DWI
• Current DOT Medical Examiner’s Card
• Minimum verifiable CDL experience preferred
• Must pass:
  • Pre-employment drug screening
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse query
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review
  • PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) review
  • Background screening (as permitted by law)

🚚 DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate semi-truck safely and legally
• Maintain full compliance with FMCSA regulations
• Properly use and maintain ELD system
• Follow Hours of Service (HOS) rules
• Conduct and document:
  • Pre-trip inspections (49 CFR 396.13)
  • Post-trip inspections (49 CFR 396.11)
• Report violations or roadside inspections within 24 hours
• Maintain clean equipment
• Safely secure cargo
• Turn in BOLs and required paperwork on time
• Communicate professionally with dispatch and brokers

⚠️ IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTICE

Heavy Weight Freight maintains strict insurance and safety standards. Drivers must qualify under company insurance guidelines and federal regulations.
 

Falsification of application information or failure to meet safety standards will result in immediate disqualification or termination.

FINAL THOUGHTS
 

If you are a disciplined, professional driver who respects compliance and wants consistent weekly pay — apply today.

Heavy Weight Freight hires drivers who handle business the right way.

Serious inquiries only.



 

PLEASE NOTE:

The majority of Groundwork Operations and Heavy Weight Freight job postings are for gig-based positions, NOT full-time or part-time roles with a consistent schedule.

The exceptions to this are listed below:

• Our CDL Class A OTR (Over The Road) Truck Driver jobs are contract-based (1099) with specific, consistent schedules.


• Our IT Workstation Installation Tech jobs are travel-based positions, placing you in-field, out of state, for several weeks at a time with a fixed schedule for that duration. These are W2 positions and travel and lodging are covered by us.