CDL-A OTR 1099 Driver

The Driving Desk
  • Jersey City, New Jersey
  • $2,200–$2,400 Per Week
3 days ago

Job Description

We're hiring experienced Class A CDL Drivers for over-the-road dry van and reefer positions covering all 48 contiguous states. This opportunity offers 100% no-touch freight, assigned late-model equipment, high CPM, and flexible home time based on your preferred schedule.

Both solo drivers and established teams are welcome to apply.

Pay & Compensation

Solo Drivers

Dry Van

  • 6 Months–1 Year Experience: $0.76 CPM
  • 1–2 Years Experience: $0.79 CPM
  • 2+ Years Experience: $0.81 CPM

Reefer

  • 6 Months–1 Year Experience: $0.81 CPM
  • 1–2 Years Experience: $0.84 CPM
  • 2+ Years Experience: $0.86 CPM

Average Weekly Earnings

  • Dry Van: Approximately $2,200
  • Reefer: Approximately $2,400

Pre-Made Teams

  • Average Weekly Earnings:Approximately $5,000 (split between team drivers)

Additional Pay

  • Layover Pay: $150
  • Detention Pay: $25/hour after 2 hours
  • Fuel Economy Bonus
  • Driver Recognition Bonus Program
  • Paid every Friday by direct deposit

Home Time & Schedule

Choose the schedule that fits your lifestyle:

  • Out 2 weeks / Home 2 days
  • Out 3 weeks / Home 4 days
  • Out 4 weeks / Home 5 days

Drivers based in Florida should expect to stay out approximately 4 weeks at a time.

Assigned trucks may be taken home during home time (where approved).

Job Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a Class A commercial vehicle
  • Haul dry van or refrigerated freight throughout the continental United States
  • Maintain electronic logs and DOT compliance
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  • Deliver freight safely and on time
  • Work closely with 24/7 dispatch for load assignments

Freight & Equipment

  • 100% No-Touch Freight
  • Dry Van & Reefer
  • Dry Van freight is primarily drop-and-hook
  • Reefer freight includes live load and live unload deliveries
  • No Hazmat freight
  • Average haul length: Approximately 600 miles
  • Average weekly miles: 3,200

Equipment

Drivers are assigned late-model equipment, including:

  • 2024–2027 Volvo 760 & 860
  • 2024–2027 Freightliner Cascadia
  • Automatic transmissions
  • APU
  • Inverter
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Tablet
  • Trucks governed at 72 MPH

Operating Area

  • All 48 contiguous states
  • No New York City deliveries

Hiring is available nationwide except:

  • California
  • Mississippi
  • Louisiana
  • Alabama

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 6 months of verifiable OTR experience within the past 3 years
  • Must be at least 23 years old
  • CDL must have been held for at least 2 years
  • Valid DOT Medical Card with at least 3 months remaining
  • No more than 2 moving violations within the past 3 years
  • No more than 1 preventable accident within the past 3 years
  • No reckless driving convictions
  • No speeding violations of 15 MPH or more
  • No seatbelt violations in a commercial vehicle
  • No SAP program drivers
  • Ability to pass required background and qualification standards

Benefits & Driver Perks

  • Assigned truck
  • Truck may be taken home
  • Pet policy available
  • EZ Pass provided
  • PrePass provided
  • Fuel card program
  • Pilot/Flying J fuel network
  • 24/7 dispatch support
  • Paid travel to orientation
  • Hotel accommodations provided during orientation

Please note: This is a 1099 independent contractor position. Health insurance and 401(k) benefits are not offered.

Why Drivers Apply

  • Earn $2,200–$2,400 per week
  • Teams average $5,000 per week (split)
  • 100% no-touch freight
  • Assigned late-model equipment
  • Flexible home time
  • High CPM pay
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • Nationwide freight
  • No NYC deliveries
  • Fast application process

Apply Today

If you have at least 6 months of recent OTR Class A CDL experience and are looking for a high-paying nationwide driving opportunity with assigned equipment, flexible home time, and no-touch freight, apply today to learn more about this opportunity.

Numbers & Facts

LocationJersey City, New Jersey
Salary$2,200–$2,400 Per Week

Skills

  • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Cargo/Freightunmatched
  • Class A Licenseunmatched
  • Device Driversunmatched
  • Hazardous Materials/Substancesunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Microwavesunmatched
  • SAPunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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