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Local CDL A Driver- Home Daily $1, 200 -$1, 550 No Touch Freight

NIS EXPRESS

Phenix City, Russell County
Local home daily
$81,039 - $81,039/yr
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Posted 6 days ago

What to Expect

This is a full_time Local position with NIS EXPRESS in Phenix City, Russell County. The position pays $81,039 - $81,039/yr. Home time is listed as home daily.

Job Description

Local CDL A Driver- Home Daily $1, 200 -$1, 550 No Touch Freight ❮ back to last search NIS EXPRESS Phenix City $81,039 per year - estimated ? EASY APPLY Apply for this job Join our team running local, no-touch freight routes with guaranteed home-daily schedules, ideal for drivers who want consistent miles, transparent stop-pay, and predictable weekly earnings. Freight & Route Runs to Atlanta, Birmingham, and Southern Georgia No-touch freight: live load, live unload, drop-and-hook Weekly miles average 1,200 to 1,800 All stops paid, home daily 5-Day Schedule Mileage pay: $0.47 to $0.56 per mile Stop pay: $10 per stop, all stops paid Detention pay: $20 after 2 hours, max $250 Short haul pay (1 to 40 miles): $30 Average weekly gross: $800 to $1,200 6-Day Schedule Mileage pay: $0.50 to $0.60 per mile Stop pay: $10 first stop, $15 per stop after Detention pay: $20 after 2 hours, max $250 Short haul pay (1 to 40 miles): $40 Average weekly gross: $1,200 to $1,550 Requirements Valid CDL-A license Minimum 21 years of age Clean driving record with at least 6 months verifiable experience Able to pass DOT physical and drug screen Solid employment history Apply now spots are filling fast. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply for this job Stats for this job Salary comparison: This job National average Logistics & Warehouse Jobs average Alabama average Salaries The number of jobs in each salary range for all: Receive similar jobs by email Create alert By creating an alert, you agree to our T&Cs and Privacy Notice, and Cookie Use. Similar jobs CDLA Local Truck Driver Home Daily NoTouch Freight Opelika AL ESTIMATED: $114,204 per year ? Transporting Logistics Columbus, Georgia, 31900 Truck Driver CDL A - Home Daily ESTIMATED: $47,745 per year ? Carter Lumber Columbus, Georgia, 31901 Part-Time CDL Driver - Local $1,500 Sign On Bonus ESTIMATED: $51,860 per year ? PODS Cataula, Georgia, 31804 Part-Time CDL Driver - Local $1,500 Sign On Bonus ESTIMATED: $53,429 per year ? PODS Columbus, Georgia, 31904 Part-Time CDL Driver - Local $1,500 Sign On Bonus ESTIMATED: $48,295 per year ? PODS Seale, Alabama, 36875 Popular searches Cdl truck driver Cdl truck driver in Phenix City, AL Phenix City, AL Back to last search ❮ back to last search Receive similar jobs by email Create alert No thanks, take me to the job By creating an alert, you agree to our T&Cs and Privacy Notice, and Cookie Use. Apply for this job
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Requirements

  • 3_plus 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.

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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 Alabama

Alabama's position along I-65 and I-20 corridors creates steady demand for long-haul and regional drivers.

Average driver salary in Alabama: $48,000 - $68,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this local job pay?

This position pays $81,039 - $81,039/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What is the home time for this position?

The home time for this position is listed as home daily. Actual home time may vary based on route assignments and freight availability.

What is the trucking job market like in Alabama?

Alabama's position along I-65 and I-20 corridors creates steady demand for long-haul and regional drivers. The average truck driver salary in Alabama ranges from $48,000 - $68,000 per year.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

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