Class A CDL Driver - Regional
LEM TruckingClass A CDL Truck Driver Bridgeport, CT 06601 Weekly Pay: $1,150 to $1,600 Home Time: Weekly Reset Freight: No touch freight Drop and Hook: Approximately 85 Percent Running Area: Midwest and Southeast, No NYC Regional Freight With More Drop and Hook Opportunities LEM Trucking is recruiting a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Bridgeport, Connecticut, for a regional fleet offering planned freight assignments, weekly home time, and limited physical freight handling. Approximately 85 percent of loads are drop and hook, allowing drivers to transition between assignments without routinely waiting through live loading appointments. Freight is also 95 percent no touch, reducing the amount of physical cargo handling required. Planned Routes Without New York City Deliveries Drivers operate established Midwest and Southeast lanes with no New York City deliveries. Loads are preassigned when available to help reduce unnecessary waiting between trips and support productive driving time. A Class A CDL Truck Driver returns home weekly for a scheduled reset. The regional operating structure provides regular opportunities for time at home without requiring extended nationwide OTR trips. Compensation and Benefits Average weekly earnings between $1,150 and $1,600 Weekly home time with a scheduled reset Approximately 85 percent drop-and-hook freight Minimum weekly pay program available for qualifying drivers Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match Weekly compensation depends on experience and operating conditions. Eligibility and details for the minimum pay program are reviewed during the hiring process. Equipment and Orientation Each Class A CDL Truck Driver operates a late-model International, Freightliner, or Kenworth tractor. Trucks feature 1,500-watt power inverters, Opti-Idle climate systems, and sleeper accommodations designed for overnight comfort. Paid orientation is provided, with qualifying travel expenses and hotel accommodations covered during onboarding. Class A CDL Truck Driver Requirements Applicants must hold a valid Class A CDL and meet applicable DOT and company safety qualifications. Twelve months of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience is preferred. Drivers must be comfortable operating regional freight lanes throughout the Midwest and Southeast while following assigned delivery schedules. LEM Trucking is an Equal Opportunity Employer.