Truck Driver (CDL-A) - Home Weekends - Regional Routes

Description:

Join a family-owned company that values your time, safety, and work-life balance. Our drivers are the face of our operation—delivering quality products with pride and professionalism across the Midwest. Pay & Benefits Up to $0.55 per mile (CPM) Average annual pay: $65,000 - $75,000 Top earners: $70,000-$85,000+ based on miles and performance $2,000 Sign-On/Schedule Bonus Weekly pay (direct deposit) Additional earnings: Stop pay Detention pay Non-driving hourly pay Extra pickup/delivery pay Safety & performance bonuses Full benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision 401(k) + Match + Profit Sharing PTO (starts accruing immediately) Paid Holidays Life & Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Schedule & Route Regional routes Home every weekend Home 2-3 nights per week Monday-Friday schedule (occasional Sunday start) Consistent freight & dependable miles Late-model, well-maintained equipment (Reefer trailers) What You'll Do Safely operate a CDL-A vehicle (26,000+ GVW) Deliver products to grocery warehouses & distribution centers Backhaul raw materials when assigned Load/unload freight and verify counts Complete delivery paperwork and maintain ELD logs Perform pre/post-trip inspections Provide professional customer service at each stop

Requirements:

Requirements Valid Illinois CDL-A license 2+ years of driving experience Clean driving record Basic knowledge of FMCSA regulations (Sec. 177 & 383-396) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Must pass a DOT physical and drug test Strong work ethic, professionalism, and communication skills Reliable, professional, and safety-focused Ability to use email and basic navigation tools Why Drivers Choose Mel-O-Cream Family-owned, stable company Respectful, driver-focused culture Predictable home time Consistent routes and earnings Long-term career opportunity Apply Today Take the next step in your driving career with a company that treats you like family. As part of our hiring process, please complete our brief Cultural Index Survey HERE. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Disclaimer The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid orientation Paid time off Profit sharing Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person