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STA Family of Companies

Navasota, Grimes County
Local
$56,875 - $56,875/yr
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Posted 3 months ago

What to Expect

This is a part_time Local position with STA Family of Companies in Navasota, Grimes County. The position pays $56,875 - $56,875/yr.

Job Description

Come join our team! As a school bus driver, you will have the support of a dedicated, local management team and the training needed to perform your job safely, and with care. Bus drivers are responsible for the safe delivery of students to and from school along set routes, adherence to school bus safety and bus stop safety standards, and daily vehicle inspections, among other duties. Candidates must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a background check. Read more to apply! Job Type…
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Requirements

  • 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.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as a local driver starts at the company yard, where you do a pre-trip inspection and pick up your load or delivery manifest. You make several stops within the metro area or surrounding communities, handling pickups and drop-offs at loading docks, stores, and customer sites. The work is fast-paced with plenty of backing and maneuvering, but the trade-off is being home every night with weekends off.

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

Career Path

1

CDL Training & Helper Routes

Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.

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2

Solo Local Driver

Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.

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3

Senior Driver or Spotter

Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.

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4

Dispatcher or Terminal Manager

Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.

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Trucking in Texas

Texas leads the nation in trucking employment. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Laredo (border crossing) are major freight centers.

Average driver salary in Texas: $50,000 - $75,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this local job pay?

This position pays $56,875 - $56,875/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What is the trucking job market like in Texas?

Texas leads the nation in trucking employment. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Laredo (border crossing) are major freight centers. The average truck driver salary in Texas ranges from $50,000 - $75,000 per year.

Last updated: February 22, 2026

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