CDL A Truck Driver Northeast Regional
Company
Heartland Express
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
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Job Description
Heartland Express is an award-winning industry leader for on-time service. We hire the best truck drivers in the industry. Our truck drivers are some of safest, most experienced drivers on the road today. We're looking for drivers to join our fleet to help us service some of the top shippers in America. Join our team and know you're amongst the best the industry has to offer!
Job Details for truck drivers running in the Northeast US:
• $.60 per mile - $.55 per mile PLUS $.05 paid for miles north of MD and east of I-81
• Salary: $65,000 - $93,000 per year
• Average Weekly Pay: $1,250 a week (Top Earner made $1,800 per week)
• Average Miles: 2200+ per week
• Home expectations – home weekly
Truck Driver Bonuses include:
• Additional $.05 per mile in the Green Zone (north of MD and east of I-81)
• Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus paid quarterly
Benefits of Joining Heartland Express:
• Latest Kenworth, Freightliner and International Tractors
• We buy new and keep it while under warrantee to have better uptime for you to keep rolling.
• We have shops across the country to service your truck
• Our trucks run 68 MPH
• Scheduled Wage Increases Annually
• All Dry Van Freight
• 48 State Operating Area
• Drop and Hook
• No Touch Freight
• Paid Orientation/Training
• Detention pay is $20 per hour
• Breakdown Pay
• Newly Remodeled Coast-to-Coast Terminal Facilities
• Clean Driver Facilities:
• Free Showers
• Free Laundry
• TV, Food and much more
• Truck driver Appreciation events at all our terminals throughout the year with food, prizes, and giveaways, with management and vendors there to get our driver’s feedback and show that our driver are who really makes Heartland Express what we are.
• Assigned Driver Manager who will help you and Heartland be a success
Heartland Express is committed to success for our truck drivers, employees, and customers. We have been since 1978 as one of the most profitable companies in the industry. We are here for you now and in the future. You will have a place to call home, a family to help you achieve your goals, and a place you can be proud to be a part of.
Apply today to join our team! Pay Range: 55000.00-93000.00 per_year, General Benefits: Full Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage Care packages with prescription benefits (Single, Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Family). Flex Spending accounts. 401(k) with company match, Paid Vacation, Driver Bonuses - $.05 per mile bonus north of MD and east of I-81 plus Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus paid quarterly. Paid Orientation/Training Qualifications:
• Class A CDL
• 6 months of tractor-trailer driving experience
• 21 Years of Age
• Good work history and MVR
• Safety First Attitude, With a Proven Driving Record
Job Details for truck drivers running in the Northeast US:
• $.60 per mile - $.55 per mile PLUS $.05 paid for miles north of MD and east of I-81
• Salary: $65,000 - $93,000 per year
• Average Weekly Pay: $1,250 a week (Top Earner made $1,800 per week)
• Average Miles: 2200+ per week
• Home expectations – home weekly
Truck Driver Bonuses include:
• Additional $.05 per mile in the Green Zone (north of MD and east of I-81)
• Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus paid quarterly
Benefits of Joining Heartland Express:
• Latest Kenworth, Freightliner and International Tractors
• We buy new and keep it while under warrantee to have better uptime for you to keep rolling.
• We have shops across the country to service your truck
• Our trucks run 68 MPH
• Scheduled Wage Increases Annually
• All Dry Van Freight
• 48 State Operating Area
• Drop and Hook
• No Touch Freight
• Paid Orientation/Training
• Detention pay is $20 per hour
• Breakdown Pay
• Newly Remodeled Coast-to-Coast Terminal Facilities
• Clean Driver Facilities:
• Free Showers
• Free Laundry
• TV, Food and much more
• Truck driver Appreciation events at all our terminals throughout the year with food, prizes, and giveaways, with management and vendors there to get our driver’s feedback and show that our driver are who really makes Heartland Express what we are.
• Assigned Driver Manager who will help you and Heartland be a success
Heartland Express is committed to success for our truck drivers, employees, and customers. We have been since 1978 as one of the most profitable companies in the industry. We are here for you now and in the future. You will have a place to call home, a family to help you achieve your goals, and a place you can be proud to be a part of.
Apply today to join our team! Pay Range: 55000.00-93000.00 per_year, General Benefits: Full Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage Care packages with prescription benefits (Single, Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Family). Flex Spending accounts. 401(k) with company match, Paid Vacation, Driver Bonuses - $.05 per mile bonus north of MD and east of I-81 plus Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus paid quarterly. Paid Orientation/Training Qualifications:
• Class A CDL
• 6 months of tractor-trailer driving experience
• 21 Years of Age
• Good work history and MVR
• Safety First Attitude, With a Proven Driving Record
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for commercial truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers in United States is $7.25 per hour as of January 2026. Drivers must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
What work visa is required for non-US citizens to work as truck drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per USCIS, non-citizens need an employment-based visa such as H-2B for temporary non-agricultural work or EB-3 for permanent roles to work legally as drivers. Applications require a certified labor condition application and must be filed before the October 1, 2026 fiscal year start for H visas.
What experience and license are needed to qualify for entry-level driver jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A or B plus at least 1 year of verifiable driving experience within the last 3 years for most interstate roles. No formal education beyond a high school diploma is required for standard positions.
What documents are required to apply for driver positions through official US government channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a completed I-9 form, valid CDL, Social Security card, and driving record from the state DMV dated within 30 days. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are mandatory for hazmat endorsements.
