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CDL-A Night Linehaul Driver - Drop & Hook

Rodeo, CA · On-site

$35.20/hr

Paid for every drop, hook, chain, fuel stop, and wait time. Benefits: * Medical, dental, vision - You choose which plan suits you and our family. * Employee pays up to 2% of gross income. * Employee ...

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How much do drop hook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for drop hook in California is $18.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $20.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a drop hook driver?

A typical workday for a Drop Hook driver involves transporting trailers between designated locations, unhooking the loaded trailer, and attaching a new one, often without waiting for loading or unloading. Drivers frequently communicate with dispatch teams to coordinate schedules and may cover several routes during a single shift, depending on the company's operations. Most Drop Hook roles follow set schedules, allowing for predictable hours and minimal wait times at docks. This streamlined workflow allows drivers to maximize driving hours and improve work-life balance.

What is a drop hook?

A Drop Hook job involves truck drivers picking up and dropping off pre-loaded or empty trailers without the need for live loading or unloading. This process saves time because drivers do not have to wait for cargo to be loaded or unloaded. Drop Hook jobs are common in freight and logistics industries, helping increase efficiency and minimize downtime on the road.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a drop hook?

To thrive as a Drop Hook driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), strong knowledge of safe driving practices, and experience with tractor-trailer operations. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), dispatch systems, and basic truck inspections is essential. Reliability, attention to detail, and strong time management make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure timely deliveries, safe operations, and efficient collaboration with freight coordinators and warehouse staff.

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Infographic showing various Drop Hook job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,983 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Class A CDL Driver | No Touch, Drop Hook, Home Weekly Reset

J Rose Logistics

Santa Clarita, CA • On-site

$1.2K - $1.5K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Job Description

J Rose Logistics is hiring Class A CDL drivers for a regional dry van position with consistent miles and weekly home time. Drivers will operate throughout the southwestern region hauling no-touch freight with a combination of drop and hook loads.

This position offers steady freight, competitive pay, and modern equipment.

Driver Requirements
  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 6 months of recent tractor-trailer driving experience
  • Must have verifiable driving activity within the last 90 days
  • Must meet DOT safety and hiring requirements
  • DUI or felony history reviewed in accordance with company safety policies
  • SAP Drivers welcome if step 6 has been completed.
Job Details
  • Average weekly pay: $1,200$1,500
  • Home weekly
  • Regional routes throughout the southwestern states
  • Dry van freight
  • Drop & hook
  • No-touch freight
Benefits
  • Paid orientation
  • Detention and breakdown pay: $20 per hour
  • 401(k) with company match (up to $2,000)
  • 10 days paid vacation per year
  • 8 paid holidays per year
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Late-model Kenworth, Freightliner, and International tractors

About Us

We provide expedited freight transportation services for critical loads throughout the continental United States. We work hard to support our drivers with consistent freight, competitive pay, and dependable operations.