Home Every Other Week Jobs for Entry Level Drivers
Out 10-14 days, home 2-3 days. Trucking positions for drivers with 6 months - 1 year experience. Pay: $45,000 - $55,000.
Home Every Other Week Trucking for Entry Level Drivers
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.
You have completed your initial training period and have been driving solo for several months. You are building confidence in your skills and establishing your safety record. At this stage, more carriers are willing to hire you and pay rates start improving noticeably.
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Tips
- 💡 Start building relationships with dispatchers and load planners — drivers who communicate well and are flexible with loads get the best freight assignments.
- 💡 After 6 months of clean driving, update your resume and start exploring carriers that pay significantly more than training companies. You now have leverage.
- 💡 Consider getting your hazmat endorsement — it opens higher-paying loads and sets you apart from other entry-level drivers with only basic CDL-A credentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can entry level drivers get home every other week jobs?
Some carriers offer home every other week positions for entry level drivers, though options are more limited. Most home every other week jobs require 6-12 months of experience.
How much do home every other week drivers with 6 months - 1 year experience make?
Home Every Other Week drivers with 6 months - 1 year of experience typically earn $45,000 - $55,000. Pay varies by carrier and route assignment.
Which companies hire entry level drivers for home every other week routes?
Top carriers for home every other week entry level positions include Schneider National, J.B. Hunt Transport, Heartland Express, USA Truck. Apply through our careers page for current openings.