CDL-A Driver — Home Weekends

Job overview

The CDL-A Driver role is based in Pontiac, MI, and operates on regional routes through Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, and Illinois. Training pay is $900 per week; solo drivers average $1,000–$1,500 gross per week, with a $1,000 weekly guarantee for the first three months after the first solo dispatch. NIS EXPRESS offers routes that keep drivers within 400 miles of home. The driver transports freight on regional runs, completing drop-and-hook, live-load, and preload work while meeting weekly mileage expectations. Training with an experienced driver prepares the employee to operate independently, with weekends at home.

What you'll do

• Drive regional freight routes across OH, IN, MI, KY, and IL
• complete drop-and-hook, live-load, and preload assignments
• drive 1,600–2,000 miles per week
• participate in training with an experienced trainer
• meet requirements for a Class A CDL and applicable safety screening.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl-a driver

pontiac mi

nis express

full-time

home weekends

regional routes

class a cdl

drop and hook

live loads

1,600–2,000 miles/week

$900/week training

$1,000–$1,500 weekly gross

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• $300 orientation pay and covered travel to orientation
• riders and pets permitted under stated experience and training conditions.

Why this role

Home every weekend; routes keep drivers within 400 miles of home. Requires Class A CDL, age 21 or older, and residence within 100 miles of Detroit, MI. New drivers need proof of 120+ hours from an accredited CDL school.

About the employer

NIS EXPRESS is hiring for this role. Industry: General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload. Sector: 48.