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Transco Lines

CDL A Truck Driver

Cedar Bluff, AL · On-site

$96K/yr

Haul 100% no-touch and 50% drop & hook freight, cutting dock time and keeping your week productive. Freight type varies by position. * A bonus to start strong. Sign-on bonuses available for qualified ...

Transco Lines

CDL A Truck Driver

Rome, GA · On-site

$96K/yr

Haul 100% no-touch and 50% drop & hook freight, cutting dock time and keeping your week productive. Freight type varies by position. * A bonus to start strong. Sign-on bonuses available for qualified ...

FirstFleet Inc

CDL A SEMI LOCAL

Dalton, GA

$1K/wk

Drop and Hook trailers at most receivers LIMITED WAIT TIME. Looking for: Two Over Night Driver 2 nights out a week (Tuesday/Thursday). Assigned sleeper truck. One Midnight start and one 2am start ...

Epes Transport

NEW PAY Increase Regional, home weekly

GA · On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

Guarantee Pay * 75% Drop and Hook * No Touch Freight * Full, Competitive Benefits in just 30 days! * Late model equipment with 24/7 service * NO Northeast runs APPLY NOW OR CALL A RECRUITER TODAY Pay ...

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How much do drop hook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for drop hook in Rome, GA is $18.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.91 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 job?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Drop Hook position, and why are they important?

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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CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly

Heartland Express

Cartersville, GA

$53K - $83K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Heartland Express is Now Hiring Regional CDL-A Truck DriversEarn $53,000-$83,000 per Year - Home WeeklyQuarterly Safety Bonus - No-Touch Freight


Advantages for Regional CDL-A Truck Drivers:
  • Earn $53,000-$83,000 per year
    • Average is $58,000 per year
    • Average weekly pay is $1,120 per week
    • Top drivers have earned up to $1,600 per week
  • Home weekly
  • Quarterly safety bonus: 1-3 CPM
  • Average miles: 2,200+ per week
  • Dry van freight: no-touch freight + drop & hook
  • Up to $2,000 401(k) match available


Learn More About the Heartland Difference! Apply Now!


About Heartland Express:

Heartland Express is an award-winning industry leader for on-time service. We hire the best truck drivers in the industry. Our truck drivers are some of safest, most experienced drivers on the road today. We're looking for drivers to join our fleet to help us service some of the top shippers in America. Join our team and know you're amongst the best the industry has to offer!


Additional Benefits:
  • Paid orientation & training
  • 48 state operating area
  • Latest Kenworth, Freightliner, & International tractors
    • We buy new and keep it while under warrantee to have better uptime for you to keep rolling
    • We have shops across the country to service your truck
    • Our trucks run 68 MPH
  • Paid vacation
  • Health, dental, vision, & life insurance
  • Detention pay: $20 per hour
  • Breakdown pay
  • Newly updated and remodeled coast-to-coast terminal facilities
    • Free showers
    • Free laundry
    • TV, food, & much more


Qualifications:
  • Class A CDL
  • 6 months of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience within the last year
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Safety first attitude with a proven driving record


Experience the Heartland Difference! Apply Now!
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About Heartland Express

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Heartland Express strives to offer superior Service for Success. This is achieved by Employing The Best People and Maintaining a Modern Fleet, committed to supporting our customers with the highest quality of service and safety in the industry. Daily Bottom Line thinking and keeping a Long Term Mindset, is the foundation Heartland Express is built on to stay Financially Strong and Debt Free. As an organization, Heartland Express is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and safety in the trucking industry. Excellence in service and safety are company goals. We measure ourselves by the high standards of our customers, and value their input. Mutual progress towards defined goals is our objective in working with our customers.

Industry

Trucking

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

North Liberty, IA, US

Year founded

1978

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