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CDL-A Truck Driver | Avg $86,000 – $95,000 Annually | Detroit, MI | Regional | Home Wkly
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CDL-A Truck Driver | Avg $1,650–$1,850/Week | Detroit, MI | Regional Intermodal | Home Weekly | Flexible Days Off
Position Overview
Now hiring CDL-A drivers for a regional intermodal position based in the Detroit/Trenton, MI area. This role offers strong weekly pay, consistent freight, and flexible scheduling with selectable days off, making it ideal for drivers who want both income and control over their schedule.
Drivers will haul intermodal containers between Detroit and Chicago rail ramps with preplanned loads and efficient routing.
Route & Freight Details
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Regional runs across:
- MI, IL, IN
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Primary lanes:
- Detroit market Chicago rail yards
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Average:
- ~2,200 miles per week
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Freight includes:
- Intermodal containers on chassis
- 100% no-touch freight
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Mix of:
- ~70% drop & hook
- ~30% live load/unload
- Preplanned loads for consistent routing
Schedule & Days Off Options
- Home weekly (34–48 hour reset)
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Drivers choose 2 consecutive days off from:
- Tuesday – Wednesday
- Wednesday – Thursday
- Thursday – Friday
- Friday – Saturday
- Sunday – Monday
Weekend days off may be available with approval
Consistent schedule once selected
Pay & Compensation
- Avg Weekly Pay: $1,650–$1,850
- Avg Annual Pay: $86,000 – $95,000
Mileage Pay:
- $0.64 – $0.69 CPM
Additional Pay:
- $65 live stop pay (avg ~3/week)
- $35 drop & hook pay (avg ~5/week)
- $25 hazmat load pay
Equipment & Work Setup
- Mid-roof sleeper tractors (mostly automatic Freightliners)
- Modern equipment with safety technology
- Average fleet age: ~1.8 years
- Drivers may take trucks home for time off
Training
- Approx. 2-week training program
- $250/day training pay
- Assigned truck after training completion
Work Environment
- No-touch freight = minimal physical labor
- Consistent intermodal freight lanes
- Mix of day and night driving depending on schedule
Requirements
- Valid CDL-A license
- Minimum 3 months of tractor-trailer experience required
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Must be able to:
- Work flexible schedules
- Maintain consistent route performance
- Handle intermodal freight 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
- Flexible days off = major selling point
- No-touch freight = easy workload
- Consistent rail freight = stable income
- Strong accessorial pay boosts total earnings
Apply Today
If you're looking for a regional driving job with strong pay, flexible scheduling, and steady freight, apply now to get started.