CDL A Truck Driver Northeast Regional

CDL A Truck Driver Northeast Regional


Company
Heartland Express
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Heartland Express is an award-winning industry leader for on-time service. We hire the best truck drivers in the industry. Our truck drivers are some of safest, most experienced drivers on the road today. We're looking for drivers to join our fleet to help us service some of the top shippers in America. Join our team and know you're amongst the best the industry has to offer!

Job Details for truck drivers running in the Northeast US:
β€’ $.60 per mile - $.55 per mile PLUS $.05 paid for miles north of MD and east of I-81
β€’ Salary: $65,000 - $93,000 per year
β€’ Average Weekly Pay: $1,250 a week (Top Earner made $1,800 per week)
β€’ Average Miles: 2200+ per week
β€’ Home expectations – home weekly

Truck Driver Bonuses include:
β€’ Additional $.05 per mile in the Green Zone (north of MD and east of I-81)
β€’ Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus paid quarterly

Benefits of Joining Heartland Express:
β€’ Latest Kenworth, Freightliner and International Tractors
β€’ We buy new and keep it while under warrantee to have better uptime for you to keep rolling.
β€’ We have shops across the country to service your truck
β€’ Our trucks run 68 MPH
β€’ Scheduled Wage Increases Annually
β€’ All Dry Van Freight
β€’ 48 State Operating Area
β€’ Drop and Hook
β€’ No Touch Freight
β€’ Paid Orientation/Training
β€’ Detention pay is $20 per hour
β€’ Breakdown Pay
β€’ Newly Remodeled Coast-to-Coast Terminal Facilities
β€’ Clean Driver Facilities:
β€’ Free Showers
β€’ Free Laundry
β€’ TV, Food and much more
β€’ Truck driver Appreciation events at all our terminals throughout the year with food, prizes, and giveaways, with management and vendors there to get our driver’s feedback and show that our driver are who really makes Heartland Express what we are.
β€’ Assigned Driver Manager who will help you and Heartland be a success

Heartland Express is committed to success for our truck drivers, employees, and customers. We have been since 1978 as one of the most profitable companies in the industry. We are here for you now and in the future. You will have a place to call home, a family to help you achieve your goals, and a place you can be proud to be a part of.

Apply today to join our team! Pay Range: 55000.00-93000.00 per_year, General Benefits: Full Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage Care packages with prescription benefits (Single, Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Family). Flex Spending accounts. 401(k) with company match, Paid Vacation, Driver Bonuses - $.05 per mile bonus north of MD and east of I-81 plus Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus paid quarterly. Paid Orientation/Training Qualifications:
β€’ Class A CDL
β€’ 6 months of tractor-trailer driving experience
β€’ 21 Years of Age
β€’ Good work history and MVR
β€’ Safety First Attitude, With a Proven Driving Record

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs

Q What is the federal minimum cash wage for tipped restaurant servers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum cash wage for tipped restaurant employees is $2.13 per hour as of January 2026, provided tips bring total earnings to at least $7.25 per hour. Employers must supplement any shortfall to reach the full minimum wage. Overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week.
Q What are the minimum age and experience requirements for entry-level restaurant jobs like dishwashers in the United States?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, workers must be at least 16 years old for most restaurant positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act as of 2026, with 14-15 year olds limited to non-hazardous roles during limited hours. No prior experience or education is required for entry-level roles such as dishwashers or bussers.
Q Which documents are required when applying for restaurant jobs in the United States?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, applicants must complete Form I-9 with documents proving identity and employment authorization such as a U.S. passport or driver's license plus Social Security card by the first day of work in 2026. Employers verify these within three business days.
Q How many hours per week can restaurant workers be scheduled and what leave applies in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor states that non-exempt restaurant employees receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek at 1.5 times their rate as of 2026, with no federal cap on total weekly hours. There is no federal requirement for paid sick leave or vacation in restaurant jobs.
View all 7 FAQs