Class A CDL Truck Driver – Local Intermodal (Home Daily | $72K–$80K/Year)

  • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site
  • 72,000-80,000 USD / Week
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Job Description:

We are hiring Class A CDL Drivers for a local intermodal position based in Indianapolis, IN. This role offers daily home time, consistent freight, and steady routes between Indianapolis and Chicago, along with additional local runs within a 100–200 mile radius.


Drivers will operate day cab equipment in a slip seat operation, returning to the terminal daily.


What You'll Do

  • Run dedicated lanes between Indianapolis Chicago (daily turns)
  • Complete additional local deliveries within the surrounding area
  • Handle a mix of drop & hook (75%) and live load/unload freight
  • Average ~17 loads per week with consistent miles
  • Operate safely during afternoon and nighttime driving hours


Pay & Compensation

  • Average Annual Pay: $72,000 – $80,000
  • Mileage Pay: $0.50 – $0.57 CPM
  • Average Miles: ~2,000 per week


Additional Pay:

  • $45 – Live load/unload
  • $25 – Drop & hook (customer)
  • $15 – Out-of-route / crosstown moves
  • $15/hour – Rail delay (after 1 hour)
  • $20/hour – Detention (after 1.5 hours)
  • $20/hour – Training pay

Sign-On Bonus:

  • $5,000 sign-on bonus (paid after first dispatch)
  • Must meet eligibility requirements and remain active in position


Home Time & Schedule

  • Home daily
  • Work schedule: Tuesday – Saturday
  • Days off: Sunday & Monday
  • Start time: 3:00 PM (afternoon into night shift)


Equipment & Operation

  • Day cab trucks
  • 53' intermodal containers
  • Slip seat operation (truck remains at terminal)


Truck Policy:

  • No passengers
  • No pets
  • No smoking
  • No take-home trucks

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 3 months of CDL-A experience
  • Hazmat endorsement required within 60 days (cost reimbursed)
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screening
  • Must be comfortable with local, high-frequency routes and night driving


Benefits

  • PTO accrues starting Day 1
  • Paid time off + holidays:
    • Year 1: 18 days (12 PTO + 6 holidays)
    • Increases with tenure (up to 32 days)
  • Medical, dental, and vision (after 30 days)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid online orientation
  • Life insurance & disability coverage
  • Parental leave & family planning benefits


Work Location

Indianapolis Terminal
Drivers report daily for dispatch


Apply today for a stable, local driving position with daily home time, consistent routes, and strong earning potential.