CDL Truck Driver - Class A - Regional

Cloke Freight, LLC is seeking professional CDL-A drivers who want a long-term career, not just a driving job. Character, professionalism, safety, and accountability are the core of our culture. As the transportation subsidiary of Locke Supply Co. (founded in 1955), we combine the rock-solid stability of a 190+ location distributor with a diverse freight network. Because we are a 100% employee-owned company, our drivers don't just earn a paycheck-they build real, long-term retirement wealth as co-owners. This position requires residence in the Ennis, Texas area.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Earnings: $56,000- $58,000 base starting salary
• Retirement Wealth: Immediate participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Health: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Home Time: Home weekly for two consecutive days in most cases

• Predictable Lanes: Consistent Oklahoma/Texas to Virginia routing
• Steady Miles: 2,100 - 2,600 miles per week with stable, year-round freight
• Low Stops: Average of 1 to 3 stops per route

• Modern Fleet: 2021 and newer automatic tractors
• Driver Comfort: Assigned trucks (no slip-seating), APUs, and refrigerators in 2026 or newer sleeper models
• Road Speed: Trucks are governed at a driver-friendly 75 mph
• Support: Maintained by a dedicated maintenance team

• Dedicated Operations: Hauling dedicated freight for Locke Supply Co., and others, with strategic third-party backhauls
• Driver Assist Unloading: Driver-assist unloading at company locations utilizes pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Backhauls: Primarily drop-and-hook with occasional live loads/unloads

• Safe transport of freight, tractors, and trailers in full compliance with DOT regulations
• Conduct thorough daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Complete daily electronic logs (ELD) and submit mileage reports
• Act as a professional brand ambassador during ALL interactions
• Report mechanical issues immediately
• Manage routes efficiently, proactively and conserve resources

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of verifiable OTR driving experience
• License: Valid Class A CDL (No endorsements required)
• Age: Must be at least 21 years old
• Hiring Radius: Must reside in the Oklahoma City, OK or Ennis, TX areas
• Screening: Must pass a post-offer WorkSTEPS physical job duty test, DOT physical, MVR check, drug screen, and background check