Heartland Express Home Every Other Week Jobs
Out 10-14 days, home 2-3 days. Heartland Express home every other week positions. Pay: $55,000 - $80,000.
Pay Range
$55,000 - $80,000
Home Time
Out 10-14 days
Min Experience
1 year CDL-A preferred (some recent graduate programs)
Fleet Size
5,000+ trucks
Home Every Other Week Driving at Heartland Express
Heartland Express is a major irregular-route truckload carrier focused on short-to-medium haul lanes. Known for getting drivers home more frequently than typical OTR carriers, Heartland operates primarily in the eastern two-thirds of the U.S.
Biweekly home time is common in OTR and extended regional trucking. You drive for 10-14 days before taking 2-3 days off at home. This schedule maximizes your earning potential while still providing regular (though less frequent) home time. It is the most common schedule for OTR company drivers.
Benefits
- ✓ Medical, dental, and vision
- ✓ 401(k) with company match
- ✓ Paid orientation
- ✓ Late-model Freightliner equipment
- ✓ Weekly home time options
Pros & Cons of Home Every Other Week
Pros
- ✓ Higher pay than home daily or weekly
- ✓ More miles mean more money (2,500-3,200 miles/week)
- ✓ Still get regular home time unlike pure OTR
Cons
- ✗ Only home 2-3 days every two weeks
- ✗ Miss important family events regularly
- ✗ Fatigue from extended time on the road
FAQ
Does Heartland Express offer home every other week positions?
Yes, Heartland Express offers home every other week driving positions across their otr, regional, dedicated divisions. Out 10-14 days, home 2-3 days.
How much does Heartland Express pay home every other week drivers?
Heartland Express home every other week drivers earn approximately $55,000 - $80,000. Pay varies by division, route, and experience level.
What are the requirements for home every other week driving at Heartland Express?
Heartland Express requires 1 year CDL-A preferred (some recent graduate programs). You need a valid CDL-A license, clean MVR, and DOT medical card. Home Every Other Week positions may have additional requirements based on the specific division.