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View Details →Class A CDL Driver | Dedicated
DLM Pro
What to Expect
This is a full_time Dedicated position with DLM Pro in Ashley, DeKalb County. You will need a CDL Class A license. The position pays $72,169 - $72,169/yr.
Job Description
Requirements
- CDL Class A license
- Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
- At least 21 years old (interstate)
- Valid DOT physical card
About Dedicated Trucking
Dedicated trucking means hauling freight for a single customer on a set route or within a defined lane. Drivers benefit from consistent schedules, familiar loading and unloading points, and predictable home time. Because the freight volume is contractually guaranteed, dedicated positions offer strong job stability and steady weekly paychecks.
Learn more about dedicated trucking →A Day in the Life
A typical day on a dedicated route starts with a familiar routine. You arrive at the same shipper, pick up a load you have hauled many times before, and drive a route you know well. The consistency means fewer surprises — you know exactly where the truck stops are, how long the loading dock takes, and when you will be home. Many dedicated drivers appreciate this predictability after years on the open road.
Pros & Cons of Dedicated Driving
Pros
- + Predictable schedule and consistent home time
- + Familiar routes reduce stress and improve efficiency
- + Stable freight volume with contracted customers
- + Strong relationship building with regular shippers
- + Less uncertainty compared to spot-market freight
Cons
- − Pay may be slightly lower than open-market OTR
- − Repetitive routes can become monotonous over time
- − Less flexibility to choose loads or destinations
- − Schedule tied to one customer's shipping patterns
- − If the customer reduces volume your miles may drop
Career Path
CDL Training & First Assignment
Earn your CDL and get assigned to a dedicated account with a training carrier.
Read guide →Experienced Dedicated Driver
Master your dedicated lane, build relationships with the customer, and earn performance bonuses.
Read guide →Account Lead or Trainer
Become a lead driver for your dedicated account, training new drivers on the customer's requirements.
Operations or Owner-Operator
Move into operations management or launch your own trucking business with dedicated contracts.
Read guide →Trucking in Indiana
Indiana's intersection of I-65, I-70, and I-69 makes it a critical freight corridor with strong demand.
Average driver salary in Indiana: $50,000 - $72,000/yr
Browse all Indiana trucking jobs →Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this dedicated job pay?
This position pays $72,169 - $72,169/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.
What CDL class do I need for this job?
This position requires a CDL Class A license. Class A allows you to operate combination vehicles over 26,001 lbs GVWR.
What is the trucking job market like in Indiana?
Indiana's intersection of I-65, I-70, and I-69 makes it a critical freight corridor with strong demand. The average truck driver salary in Indiana ranges from $50,000 - $72,000 per year.
Last updated: July 14, 2026
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