CDL-A Driver | Avg $1,700–$1,900/Wk | Cedar Rapids, IA | Regional | Hm Wkly

CDL-A Truck Driver | Avg $1,600–$1,900/Week | Cedar Rapids, IA | Regional Intermodal | Home Weekly | Multiple Schedule Options

Position Overview

Now hiring CDL-A drivers for a regional intermodal position based in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role offers strong weekly averages, flexible scheduling options, and consistent freight tied to Chicago rail yards, making it ideal for drivers who want both steady income and schedule control.

Drivers will haul intermodal containers across Midwest regional lanes with predictable routes and mostly no-touch freight.

Route & Freight Details

• Regional runs across:
  • IA, MN, WI, IL
• Freight flow:
  • ~95% connected to Chicago rail yards
• Average:
  • ~1,900 miles per week
• Freight includes:
  • Intermodal containers on chassis
• 100% no-touch freight
• Mix of:
  • ~75% drop & hook
  • ~25% live load/unload

Schedule & Days Off Options

This position offers multiple schedule structures to fit different lifestyles:

Standard Regional Schedule

• Tuesday – Saturday
• OFF Sunday & Monday
• Weekly home time (34-hour reset)
• Consistent weekly routing

Weekend Wrap Schedule Option #1

• Thursday – Monday
• OFF Tuesday & Wednesday

Weekend Wrap Schedule Option #2

• Friday – Tuesday
• OFF Wednesday & Thursday

Additional Options

• Optional 6th workday available for extra pay
• Drivers select a consistent start time each week

Home weekly on all schedules
Predictable reset and routing structure

Pay & Compensation

• Avg Weekly Pay: $1,600–$1,900
• Avg Annual Pay: $80,000 – $102,000+

Mileage Pay:

• $0.59 – $0.70 CPM (depending on schedule/lanes)

Additional Pay:

• $35 drop & hook pay
• $65 live load/unload pay

Equipment & Work Setup

• Sleeper tractors (mostly automatic Freightliners)
• Modern fleet (~2.5-year average age)
• Intermodal chassis equipment
• Must park at terminal if within 30 miles

Training

• Paid online orientation
• Approx. 2-week training period

Work Environment

• No-touch freight = minimal physical labor
• Consistent intermodal freight = stable income
• Mix of day/night driving depending on schedule

Requirements

• Valid CDL-A license
• Minimum 3 months of tractor-trailer experience required
• Must be able to:
  • Work weekend-based schedules (depending on option chosen)
  • Maintain consistent start times
  • Handle regional intermodal operations

Benefits

• PTO accrues from day one
• Medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Mental health benefits
• 6 paid holidays annually

Why This Job Works

• Multiple schedule options = major flexibility advantage
• High pay for relatively lower miles
• No-touch freight = easier workload
• Consistent rail freight = steady year-round work

Apply Today

If you're looking for a regional driving job with strong pay, flexible scheduling, and consistent freight, apply now to get started.