CDL-A Driver | Avg $1,100-$1,200/Week | Houston, TX | Regional | No Exp Needed

CDL-A Driver | Avg $1,100-$1,200/Week | Houston, TX | Regional | No Exp Needed


Company
Direct Line Workforce Solutions
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
1.1K–1.2K a week
Via
via ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Position Overview

Now hiring CDL-A drivers for a regional dry van position based in Houston, TX. This opportunity is open to trainees with no experience, offering consistent freight, structured routes, and the ability to build experience while earning steady income.

Drivers will run regional freight across the South Central U.S. with a mix of route types and customers.
Route & Freight Details
• Regional runs across:
• Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama
• Average:
• ~1,700–2,000 miles per week
• Freight includes:
• General dry van freight
• Mix of:
• Drop & hook
• Live load / live unload
• Preloaded trailers
• Freight is non-dedicated (multiple customers)
Schedule
• Home every 2 weeks
• Drivers may occasionally get:
• 34-hour reset at home (depending on route)
• Day and night shifts available
• Must be available for:
• Weekends
• Holidays (some accounts)

Flexible scheduling depending on freight demand
Pay & Compensation
• Avg Weekly Pay: $1,100–$1,200

Additional Pay:
• $15 stop pay
• $20/hour short haul pay
• Performance bonus based on safety, miles, and fuel efficiency

Mileage pay increases with experience
Equipment & Work Setup
• Standard dry van equipment
• Modern fleet (assigned as available)
• Freight varies based on customer demand
Training & Experience
• No experience required (trainees accepted)
• Entry-level drivers welcomed
• Opportunity to gain regional driving experience quickly
Requirements
• Valid CDL-A license
• Must live within ~200 miles of Houston, TX
• Must be able to:
• Run regional routes
• Work flexible schedules
• Adapt to changing freight lanes

Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision
• Performance-based incentives
• Steady miles and consistent freight
• Growth opportunity as experience increases
Why This Job Works
• No experience required = easy entry into trucking
• Consistent regional freight = steady income
• Mix of freight types builds driver experience quickly
• Opportunity to increase earnings as experience grows
Apply Today

If you're ready to start your CDL career and get on the road with steady pay and consistent miles, apply now to get started.

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