As a dedicated local driver, you'll enjoy the benefits of working with consistent, reliable customers. Unlike many other driving positions, you'll have a clear understanding of your weekly mileage and hours, making it easier to predict your earnings and plan your schedule. With established customers and their typical freight loads, you'll never be caught off guard by unexpected shipments, allowing you to stay efficient and focused on your work. Why Join Us? Competitive Pay: • Average Weekly Earnings: $1,187 - $1,874 per week • Annual Pay: Average $87,000 per year (depending on bid route) • Starting Pay: $0.625 CPM • Miles Per Week: Average of 2,000 miles • Stop Pay: $20.75 per stop (Average 5-8 stops per week) • Additional Pay: Detention and breakdown pay available Consistent Schedule: • Home Daily: Night shift position • Work 5 Days a Week: 2 days off (not back-to-back) Route & Responsibilities: • Route and responsibilities will be provided to the driver by Site Leadership • Types of Freight: A mix of reefer and dry van (reefer experience not required - training provided) • Cargo: Hauling food products, miscellaneous goods, and furniture to customer store locations in AL, GA, TN and Ridgeland, MS • No Touch Freight: 100% no touch freight Growth Opportunities: • Drivers bid on routes twice a year based on seniority PAID TRAINING! Must have 6 to 11 months' verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 2 years OR 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 5 years to go through our 1 - 3 week paid training program CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver Benefits: • Paid time off including 8 paid holidays • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision and hearing coverage starting as low as $40.20/week (individual) and $105.90/week (family) after 30 days • Profit Sharing: Monthly direct deposits into your retirement account • Referral rewards: Cash bonuses for referrals • Career Growth: Opportunities for local, regional, and leadership roles within Averitt Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt CDL-A Dedicated Local Truck Driver! Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay Range: - , General Benefits: • Must live within a 75-mile radius • Must have 6 to 11 months' verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 2 years OR 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the past 5 years • Must have a valid Class A CDL • Must be 21 years of age or older • No convictions for reckless driving within the past 5 years • No convictions for DUI within the past 5 years • No suspensions or revocations within the last 5 years • No serious violations within the previous 12 months (15 mph or greater, following too closely, improper passing, traffic offense committed in a CMV in connection with fatality) • No more than 3 moving violations within the past 3 years • No preventable DOT recordable accidents within the past 3 years Essential functions: • Open/Close Trailer Doors - force requirement: 46 lbs • Count freight • Complete fuel tickets • Obtain sales leads • Hook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbs (Class A Only) • Perform pre-trip inspections • Drive • Regular predictable attendance • Enter/Exit a Commercial Motor Vehicle • Enter/Exit the rear of a trailer from ground level