Home Weekly Jobs for Entry Level Drivers
Out 5-6 days, home every weekend. Trucking positions for drivers with 6 months - 1 year experience. Pay: $45,000 - $55,000.
Home Weekly Trucking for Entry Level Drivers
Home weekly trucking jobs offer a middle ground between local and OTR driving. You typically run regional routes within 500-800 miles of your home terminal Monday through Friday, returning home on weekends. This schedule appeals to drivers who want higher miles and pay than local work but still want consistent family time.
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 weekly jobs?
Some carriers offer home weekly positions for entry level drivers, though options are more limited. Most home weekly jobs require 6-12 months of experience.
How much do home weekly drivers with 6 months - 1 year experience make?
Home Weekly 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 weekly routes?
Top carriers for home weekly entry level positions include Averitt Express, Estes Express Lines, Heartland Express, USA Truck. Apply through our careers page for current openings.