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View Details →Class A CDL Driver Needed - Local Dry Van - Youngsville, NC
Her Logistics LLC
What to Expect
This is a full_time Local dry van position with Her Logistics LLC in South Hill, Mecklenburg County. You will need a CDL Class A license and 2_years of experience. The position pays $57,200 - $78,000/yr. Home time is listed as home every weekend.
Job Description
Requirements
- CDL Class A license
- 2_years of driving experience
- Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
- At least 21 years old (interstate)
- Valid DOT physical card
About Local Trucking
Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.
Learn more about local trucking →A Day in the Life
A typical day as a local dry van driver starts early at the terminal, where you hook up to a pre-loaded trailer and receive your delivery schedule. You make multiple stops throughout the metro area, navigating city streets and backing into loading docks at warehouses and retail stores. By late afternoon you return your trailer to the yard, complete your paperwork, and head home in time for dinner.
Pros & Cons of Local Driving
Pros
- + Home every night with weekends typically off
- + No need to live in a sleeper cab
- + Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
- + Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
- + Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery
Cons
- − Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
- − More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
- − Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
- − Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
- − Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork
About Dry Van Trucks
Dry van trailers are fully enclosed, non-temperature-controlled boxes used to haul general freight such as consumer goods, electronics, and packaged food. They are the most common trailer type on American highways and offer the widest variety of available loads. Dry van driving is often recommended for newer CDL holders because loading and unloading is typically handled by warehouse staff.
Browse all dry van jobs →Career Path
CDL Training & Helper Routes
Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.
Read guide →Solo Local Driver
Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.
Read guide →Senior Driver or Spotter
Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.
Read guide →Dispatcher or Terminal Manager
Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.
Read guide →Trucking in Virginia
The Port of Virginia (Norfolk) and Northern Virginia's proximity to DC create diverse trucking opportunities.
Average driver salary in Virginia: $51,000 - $74,000/yr
Browse all Virginia trucking jobs →Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this local job pay?
This position pays $57,200 - $78,000/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 home time for this position?
The home time for this position is listed as home every weekend. Actual home time may vary based on route assignments and freight availability.
What is the trucking job market like in Virginia?
The Port of Virginia (Norfolk) and Northern Virginia's proximity to DC create diverse trucking opportunities. The average truck driver salary in Virginia ranges from $51,000 - $74,000 per year.
Last updated: July 8, 2026
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