CDL A Regional Truck Driver

About the Role

Updike Distribution Logistics is a driver-friendly regional carrier servicing Arizona, Southern California, Northern California, Nevada, and Utah. We focus on fair pay, consistent freight, and respecting our drivers.

Pay

CPM Pay: Starting CPM Pay: 55 CPM with 5.5 cents per mile bonus (up to 60.5 cents)

• Layover Pay: $150 per 24-hour period (when the driver is not the cause of delay)
• Detention Pay: $25 per hour after 2 hours (if on time)
• Driver Assist Unload: $15 per load (very rare)
• Hourly Work (as applicable): $15.50 per hour
• Extra Stops: $25 per stop (beyond one pickup and one delivery)

Bonuses

• Safety Production Bonus: Line drivers earn $0.03 per mile for the qualifying month, paid the following month if qualifications are met
• Production Bonus: Up to $0.025 per mile (2.5¢) based on mileage goals and performance expectations
• $500 Transition Bonus
• $2500 retention bonus after 180 days, paid in full

Orientation

• Paid Orientation: $150

Benefits

Available After 90 Days:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k match up to 6%

Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay: $125 for holidays worked
• Vacation Pay: 1 week after 1 year, 2 weeks after 3 years, 3 weeks after 5+ years

Why Drive for Updike

• True regional lanes in the Southwest
• Terminals throughout the operating area
• Straightforward pay structure
• Bonuses that reward safety and productivity