CDL A Truck Driver

Home Time: Every other weekend
Pay: $1,500 to $1,650 per week
Freight: No-touch dry van
Location: Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Consistent dry van freight, Home every other weekend, Late‑model Kenworth & Freightliner trucks, Full‑time CDL‑A position.

Run no‑touch dry van freight through active freight corridors with route efficiency designed to keep CDL‑A truck drivers moving consistently throughout the week.

Albany Trucking is hiring CDL‑A truck drivers for a full‑time position offering dependable freight, steady miles, and home time every other weekend.

At Albany Trucking, CDL‑A truck drivers earn $1,500 to $1,650 per week. Dispatch works to maintain organized load planning and steady freight movement to help drivers minimize downtime and maintain consistent weekly miles.

Drivers primarily operate east of I‑35 with no NYC routes, along with occasional nationwide runs based on freight demand.

• Haul no‑touch dry van freight primarily east of I‑35
• Average haul length of 700 miles
• Run approximately 2,500 miles per week
• Operate Kenworth and Freightliner sleeper trucks
• Option to take truck home or park at terminal

Freight lanes are planned to support steady movement throughout the week while helping CDL‑A truck drivers maintain reliable mileage and consistent scheduling. Dispatch coordinates routes to reduce downtime between loads and keep drivers operating efficiently across active regional freight corridors.

• Paid time off and paid orientation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days
• 401K eligibility after 6 months
• Additional pay for detention, layover, and breakdowns
• Consistent freight and reliable weekly miles

To qualify, you must have a valid CDL‑A license and at least 3 months of tractor‑trailer OTR experience within the last 3 years. No endorsements are required.

At Albany Trucking, we focus on maintaining reliable freight, consistent communication, and practical scheduling for CDL‑A truck drivers. Drivers are supported by dispatch and operations teams focused on keeping freight moving efficiently while maintaining dependable home time.

Albany Trucking is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair hiring practices and equal employment opportunities for all applicants.