Class A CDL Driver

CDL-A Truck Driver
Weekly Pay: $1,250 to $1,550
Home Time: 7-10 days out with a 34-48 hour reset
Freight: No-touch automotive freight with frequent drop-and-hook loads
Domicile: Peoria, IL

Opportunities are available for CDL-A drivers seeking consistent regional freight with reduced dock time and steady weekly miles. This position is built for Class A CDL drivers who want organized dispatch, reliable movement, and predictable home time.

Freight in this operation is coordinated to keep CDL-A truck drivers moving across established lanes east of I-35, with a strong focus on drop-and-hook freight and minimal delays.

Freight Flow and Routing

Primary freight: automotive shipments
Load type: no-touch with high drop-and-hook percentage
Average miles: 2,500-3,000 per week

Drivers operate within a structured routing system designed to maintain steady movement between suppliers and distribution points.

Dispatch sequencing supports continuous freight flow without extended downtime between loads.

Weekly Operation Overview

Schedule: 7-10 days out
Reset: 34-48 hours at home
Routing: regional lanes with repeat freight patterns

CDL-A drivers benefit from consistent scheduling that supports both mileage and planned home time.

Equipment

Late-model tractors assigned
Primarily Peterbilt 579 units
Inverters and refrigerators included

Equipment is maintained through preventative service programs to support reliability on longer runs.

Drivers may be eligible to take assigned trucks home depending on location and operational needs.

Earnings and Benefits

Weekly Pay: $1,250 to $1,550

Additional compensation may include:
Detention pay
Layover pay
Safety bonus opportunities

Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Driver Requirements

Valid Class A CDL
Current DOT medical certification
Experience requirement:
• 3 months in the last 12 months, or
• 1 year in the last 3 years

Drivers should be comfortable operating equipment with trailers 40 feet or longer.

About American Trucking Group

American Trucking Group works with CDL-A truck drivers to match them with opportunities offering steady freight, structured dispatch systems, and consistent weekly schedules.

American Trucking Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered fairly and equally.