CDL Class A Driver

Job Description

Job Description

CDL-A Truck Driver
Job Type: OTR Refrigerated | Weekly Pay: $1,350 to $1,450
Home Time: 6 days off per month | Freight: No-touch refrigerated freight (protein and general commodities)
Location: Huntsville, AL

Role Overview
This Class A CDL driver position is built around predictable dispatch planning and steady miles. Drivers are assigned loads in advance, allowing for a clear understanding of weekly expectations. A CDL A driver can expect consistent movement, limited downtime, and a focus on maintaining productivity across longer routes.

Weekly Expectations
CDL A Drivers typically run 2,500 to 3,000 miles per week. Freight is positioned to reduce delays between assignments, supporting a continuous flow from pickup through delivery. The structure is designed to maintain steady work without frequent interruptions or last-minute changes.

Equipment
Drivers operate Kenworth T680 trucks with automatic transmissions and long-haul support features.

• Refrigerator and APU installed
• In-cab entertainment system
• Reefer trailers

Freight Details
Freight is no-touch and includes refrigerated and general commodity loads such as boxed beef, chicken, pork, and beverage products. A CDL-A truck driver operates across Midwest to East Coast lanes with consistent freight demand.

Home Time & Schedule
Home time is structured as 6 days off per month with advance scheduling required. Drivers can plan time off based on availability and preference. This is not a weekly home time role.Pay & Additional Earnings

Compensation is supported by consistent mileage and dispatch stability. Layover and detention pay are available when applicable.

Home Time & Schedule
Home time is structured as 6 days off per month with advance scheduling required. Drivers can plan time off based on availability and preference. This is not a weekly home time role.

Benefits
Medical, dental, and life insurance are available along with a 401(k) with company match and paid vacation. Passenger policy is available. Orientation is provided with travel arranged and pays $100 per day.

Requirements
A Class A CDL driver must have at least 3 months of recent OTR or regional experience, or more time driving than not. A valid CDL-A license is required and must match the driver's state of residence prior to dispatch. Drivers must meet safety standards with no recent major violations or clearinghouse issues.

Highway Express provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified CDL A driver applicants without regard to protected characteristics.