CDL-A Truck Driver | Avg $1,800–$1,900/Wk | Altoona, PA | Regional | Home Daily

Position Overview Now hiring CDL-A drivers for a dedicated rail support position based in Altoona, PA . This role offers high weekly averages, consistent freight, and a unique schedule with mostly daily home time plus one weekly layover . Drivers will haul specialized freight and coordinate trailer swaps with other drivers across regional lanes. Route & Freight Details Regional lanes across: PA, OH, IN, VA Average: ~2,400–2,800 miles per week Freight includes: Railroad parts and locomotive components Mix of: Drop & hook Tailgating freight (moving product to rear of trailer) ~20% of loads include broken-down locomotive parts Drivers will: Swap trailers with another driver at designated meet points Schedule Monday – Saturday Home daily Monday – Thursday 1 layover on Friday Return home Saturday evening 24/7 operation : Must be available for weekends and holidays All holidays worked except Christmas Day Pay & Compensation Avg Weekly Pay: $1,800–$1,900 Avg Annual Pay: $93,000 – $98,000 Mileage Pay: $0.58 CPM (increases to $0.59 after 12 months) Hourly Pay: $18/hour Additional Pay: $14 stop pay (starting at first stop) $10 tailgate pay per load $17/hour delay pay (after 1 hour) $17/hour breakdown pay Bonuses $500 transition bonus (paid on second paycheck) Equipment & Work Setup 2022+ Kenworth & Freightliner sleeper trucks 53' dry van trailers Automatic transmissions No slip seating Outward-facing cameras Trucks governed at 65 MPH Work Environment Dedicated, long-term freight account Some physical activity required (up to 50 lbs) Structured trailer swap system between drivers Requirements Valid CDL-A license Minimum 6 months of recent tractor-trailer experience required Hazmat endorsement required Must be able to: Lift up to 50 lbs Work weekends and holidays Coordinate trailer swaps with other drivers Benefits Rider and pet program available Medical, dental, vision 401(k) with company match Consistent, long-term freight Why This Job Works High pay for a semi-local schedule Mostly home daily with limited overnight travel Dedicated freight = stable, predictable work Strong accessorial pay boosts total income Apply Today If you're looking for a high-paying driving job with consistent freight and a strong home time structure, apply now to get started.