The opportunity
About the role
Semi-Local Truck Driver – (Lansing, MI) Pay: Average $90,000 per year
2,500–2,700 miles per week
Mileage Pay: Regional runs (75% of loads, 200+ miles): Starts at $0.63 per mile
Raises to $0.645 after 1 year
Raises to $0.66 after 3 years
$20 per stop
Local runs (25% of loads, under 200 miles): Starts at $0.725 per mile
Raises to $0.735 after 1 year
Raises to $0.745 after 3 years
$30 per stop
Extra Pay: $100 per week attendance pay
$30 for backhaul pickups
$25/hour for breakdowns (after 2 hours, up to $300/day)
$20/hour safety pay
Hazmat endorsement required within 90 days (company pays for it)
Where You’ll Drive Illinois (no downtown Chicago)
Indiana
Michigan (including Upper Peninsula)
Ohio
Wisconsin
Mostly Chicago suburb routes
Deliver to stores and shuttle between Lansing, MI & Pleasant Prairie, WI
Schedule Sunday–Thursday (Friday & Saturday off)
Start at 6:00 AM
Out 2–3 nights per week
7 PTO days first year, 10 PTO days after 1 year
May work some holidays
Job Details No touch freight
Mostly drop & hook (85%)
Average 4 stops per load
Single bunk sleeper trucks
Trucks stay at the account during home time
Slip seating only during truck service
✅ Requirements At least 3 months trucking experience
Must get Hazmat within 90 days
Perks Paid orientation (3 days)
Lunch provided at orientation
On-site snack bar
Quarterly cookouts
Supportive driver-focused team
A route close to home
This local CDLA Semi Local Driver opportunity is centered around Charlotte, MI. Local driving often rewards drivers who know how to manage city traffic, delivery windows and a steady daily routine.
- Operate safely across local roads, yards, customer sites and loading areas
- Keep dispatch updated and complete route paperwork accurately
- Confirm the shift start, average stops, handling duties and home-time details with the recruiter
What you will need
- Hazmat endorsement required within 90 days (company pays for it)
- At least 3 months trucking experience
What happens next
A straightforward application
- Apply onceSend your details securely through this page.
- We review your fitOur recruitment team checks your licence, location and experience.
- We contact suitable candidatesShortlisted applicants receive the next-step and assignment details directly.
The hiring company is confidential at the initial application stage. Employer and final assignment details are shared with shortlisted candidates before interview or placement.