Class A CDL Local Driver — Phoenix Area

Job overview

The Class A CDL Local Driver role is onsite, based in Mesa, AZ, with routes around the Phoenix metro area and nearby cities. The posting states average weekly earnings of $1,200–$1,300+, with starting hourly pay of $15.25, mileage pay of $0.42 per mile, and $10 stop pay; rates increase with experience. The role supports dedicated dry van freight deliveries on scheduled appointments. Drivers operate preloaded trailers on local and semi-local round-trip routes, complete live unload deliveries, perform vehicle inspections, and maintain DOT compliance and electronic logs. The position provides consistent freight and returns drivers to the terminal after routes.

What you'll do

• Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer
• haul dedicated dry van freight on local and semi-local routes
• pick up preloaded trailers
• complete live unload deliveries at scheduled appointment times
• operate round-trip routes returning to the terminal
• perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• maintain DOT compliance and electronic logs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

class a cdl

local driver

dry van

round-trip routes

preloaded trailers

live unload

phoenix az

mesa az

home nightly

weekends off

day shift

new cdl graduates

$1,200–$1,300+ weekly

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible drivers may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid vacation, paid holidays, weekly direct deposit, modern equipment, consistent year-round freight, and career advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Home nightly and weekends off are stated; holiday work may be required based on business needs. New CDL graduates and experienced drivers are welcome. Eligible drivers may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), paid vacation and holidays, and weekly direct deposit.

About the employer

The Driving Desk is hiring for this role. Industry: General Freight Trucking, Local. Sector: 48.