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Kenan Advantage Group

CDL-A Truck Driver

Albert Lea, MN

$1.8K - $2.0K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Average weekly gross pay: $1,800-$2,000 * 100% all drop & hook - no touch freight * Increased pay ... Driver referral program * Medical, dental & vision benefits * 401(k) with company match ...

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How much do driver drop hook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for driver drop hook in Minnesota is $37.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $40.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a driver drop hook?

A Driver Drop Hook job involves transporting trailers between locations without loading or unloading freight manually. The driver picks up a preloaded trailer, delivers it to the destination, and then drops it off before hooking up a new one. This type of trucking job increases efficiency and reduces wait times, making it a preferred choice for many drivers. It is commonly used in freight, retail, and logistics industries.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for a driver drop hook?

As a Driver Drop Hook, your main responsibility involves transporting trailers between locations, dropping off full trailers and hooking up to empty or loaded ones as directed. Unlike traditional truck driving roles, this position generally does not require manual loading or unloading of freight, allowing for a quicker turnaround time at each stop. You will conduct routine vehicle inspections, ensure all paperwork is completed accurately, and communicate regularly with dispatch regarding schedules and load status. Working independently, you'll also interact with yard staff and may operate on a set route or within a specific region. This makes the role well-suited for drivers who prefer more frequent stops and a predictable workflow.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the driver drop hook position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Driver Drop Hook, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a strong understanding of safe driving practices, and the ability to efficiently couple and uncouple trailers. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), GPS navigation, and basic pre-trip inspection tools is typically required. Reliability, attention to detail, and clear communication greatly enhance performance in this role. These skills ensure safe, timely deliveries and effective coordination with logistics teams, which are critical in a fast-paced transportation environment.

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Infographic showing various Driver Drop Hook job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,002 per year, or $37 per hour.

DROP & HOOK DRAY LINE DRIVER - NIGHT SHIFT

Knife River Corporation

Cold Spring, MN • On-site

$27 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!
At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.
As a CDL Class A Truck Driver you are responsible to safety operate tractor-trailer equipment (Drop & Hook) and maintaining properly to transport material to designated location in a timely manner. Conduct pre-trip & post-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance of vehicles and adhere to all traffic laws and company policies while driving.
Home time is great with our 2/2/3 schedule (works every other weekend). We are currently looking to fill night positions (6pm - 6am).
Compensation:
$27.00 - $32.00 per hour
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job) An asterisk (*) indicates essential job functions that cannot be modified in order to fulfill the job requirements.
  1. Safely operates a tractor-trailer to transport brewery products locally.
  2. Conduct pre-tip & post-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance of vehicles.
  3. Adhere to all traffic laws and company polices while driving.
  4. Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch.
  5. Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information and other needed paperwork.
  6. Maintain and support a safe and harassment free work environment.
  7. Ensure OSHA< DOT, EPA, MSHA, Federal, State and Local Safety and environmental regulations compliance and attend required training.
  8. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written)
  9. Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations.
  10. Must be self0motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills.
  11. Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action to that recognition.
  12. Always work safely and take action to prevent all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
  13. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)
  1. General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent.
  2. A CDL Class A (tractor0trailer) license.
  3. Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements

BENEFITS:
  1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  3. 401(k) with Company Match
  4. Profit Sharing
  5. Paid Time Off
  6. 8 Paid Holidays
  7. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  8. Short-term Disability
  9. Employee Assistance Program
  10. Years of Service Recognition
  11. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
  12. Critical Illness Plan
  13. Accident Coverage Plan
  14. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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