CDL A Truck Driver

We are looking for a Class A CDL Truck driver to join our team. This position offers consistent home time that you can depend on and a laid-back environment that you will love working for.

If you need to get home before the reset period we will get you there and be patient with getting you back on the road. We offer online orientation and DOT physical will be done at a location near your home. We have high-quality equipment with inverters and a fridge. Our freight is 90% drop and hook so you can keep rolling and get the high miles.

Location: Birmingham, AL

Job Type: Experienced Class A CDL Truck Driver

Pay: $1,200 to $1,600 per week depending on experience

Performance Bonus: $750 per month

Home Time: 7-10 days out then home for 34-48 hours

Equipment: Peterbilt 579 with automatic transmission

Freight: 90% Drop and Hook, 100% No touch freight

Experience: 3 months in 12 months or 1 year in 3 years

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Paid vacation and 401K

Job Details

Pay and home time: We offer our Class A CDL truck drivers $1,200 to $1,600 per week depending on experience.

Weekly pay via direct deposit or Comdata card. This position offers consistent home time that you can depend on and a laid-back environment that you will love working for. You will be out for 7 to 10 days then home for a 34 to 48-hour reset depending on the length of time you have been on the road. If you need to get home before the reset period we will get you there and be patient with getting you back on the road.

This Class A CDL Truck Driver position offers a monthly safety bonus of $750.

Duties: As a Class A CDL Truck Driver you will be hauling general freight in top-of-the-line equipment.

The running area will be mostly East of I-35. You will be hauling general but mainly automotive freight that is 100% no-touch and 90% drop and hook. The average length of haul is 500 miles and you can expect to get 2500-3000 miles per week.

Equipment Details: Newer top-of-the-line equipment, mostly Peterbilt 579 with a few LP Internationals, Freightliners, and Petes.

All of our trucks have Inverters and a fridge. We use Qualcomm for our Elogs. You can take your truck and trailer with you for home time. If you live within 50 miles of a terminal, you can park there.

Orientation: Our Class A CDL drivers will be able to take a DOT Physical (if needed) near home and watch some orientation videos online. Once that is complete, we will provide you with transportation to pick up your truck and do your road test.

Company Culture: You will enjoy our laid-back work atmosphere.

We are an easy carrier to work for and understand that sometimes life happens and you need to get home before your scheduled home time. We work with every driver to ensure there are no roadblocks to getting you home when you need to be there for your family. Our driver managers have a positive attitude and will keep you informed of everything you need to know to make your career with us successful.

Benefits: Our company offers a laid-back atmosphere, a rarity in this industry, providing a comfortable work environment.

We ensure fair compensation by paying for both loaded and empty miles, and our insurance coverage becomes effective after 60 days, starting from the first of the month, offering affordability and peace of mind. Dental, vision, and life insurance options are available, along with a 401K plan for long-term financial security. We provide EZ pass, Toll Cards, and Pre-Pass for convenient travel, and our rider policy allows for companionship on the road. With our 24-hour dispatch service, support is always available when needed, and we provide detention and layover pay to compensate for delays.

Qualifications: Qualifications for applicants include holding a Class A License (CDL-A), possessing a current DOT medical card, and having at least 3 months of experience within the last 12 months or 1 year within the last 3 years, operating a tractor with a 40-foot or longer trailer.

Our qualification process is straightforward, and while all accidents are reviewed, we aim to make it easy for qualified individuals to join our team. Applicants with less than 1 year since graduation from Truck Driving School are required to provide a copy of their certificate.

Reasons to join our team:

At American Trucking Group, our commitment to a "We Care" attitude is evident from the moment you join our team. We prioritize the values of family, striving to harmonize the needs of our CDL A truck drivers with a lifestyle that enriches both them and their loved ones.

Our dedication is dual-fold: not only do we provide competitive paychecks, but we also ensure that our drivers enjoy the home time they rightfully deserve. What sets us apart from other trucking companies is our unwavering commitment to offering the industry's most comprehensive benefits package, designed to support and uplift our drivers in every aspect of their lives.