CDL A Truck Driver - company or 1099

Riverside Transport • Full-time • London, KY, United States, KY, United States • 2d ago

Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers

OPPORTUNITIES FIT FOR YOU - Many route options, company or 1099 positions
START STRONG, START ROLLING - Up to $5,500 for total onboarding pay*
LOADS THAT DON'T SLOW YOU DOWN - 100% no-touch dry van + 60% drop & hook

Why Drive for Riverside Transport?

At Riverside Transport, drivers aren't just numbers on a board - they're part of the family. We focus on consistency, communication, and respect, building long-term relationships with drivers who want steady pay, reliable home time, and a company that puts people first.

Riverside offers flexible career options backed by dependable freight and a driver-first culture that's built to last.

CDL A Truck Driver Job Overview

Start strong with onboarding incentives. We offer a $1,500 sign-on bonus for company drivers or a $5,000 sign-on bonus for independent operators, plus $500 paid orientation as you transition into your route.
Pay that fits your path. Company drivers earn up to $93,600 per year, with CPM ranging from $0.54-$0.70 based on route, location, and experience. Independent drivers earn $1.30CPM + fuel surcharge on all miles, averaging $1,400-$1,650 in weekly take-home pay depending on miles and performance.
Bonuses and incentives that add up fast. Boost your take-home with up to $0.15/mi in per diem (up to $440/week), an additional $0.02/mi fuel and safety incentive.
Easy freight = smoother weeks. Run 100% no-touch dry van freight with 60% drop & hook, reducing wait times and boosting productivity.
Routes that fit your life. We have OTR, regional, dedicated, and yard positions, depending on location. Regardless of route, you can count on planned home time that supports both earnings and recovery.

Independent Operator (1099) Info

Low-barrier entry with flexibility built in. Get started with no money down, no credit check, and the ability to walk away - no balloon payment required.
Payments that stay manageable. Weekly truck payments start as low as $594 per week after incentives, with flexible payment structures available.
Faster paths forward. Choose program terms ranging from 2.5 to 5 years, depending on equipment and payment structure.
Maintenance protection included. A full-service bumper-to-bumper maintenance plan ($0.10-$0.12/mi) helps control costs and reduce surprises.
Bring family along. Rider and pet policies available so you don't have to run solo.

Benefits & Driver Perks

Comprehensive benefits package. Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for company drivers.
Modern equipment you can trust. Drive 2022-2025 model trucks, with newer equipment available in select hiring areas while supplies last.
Industry-leading referral rewards. Earn up to $4,500 per referral with RTI's uncapped referral program.
Driver-friendly operations. High percentage of contracted freight with award-winning shippers, paid miles empty and loaded while on duty, and fewer drivers per dispatcher for better communication.

Please note that pay varies by route, location, experience level, and performance. There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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