CDLA Local Driver
Company
WME Express
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
ZipRecruiter
Job Description
Local CDL Driver – Home Daily – Houston, Texas
Pay $ 1000-$ 1100 weekly average-always home daily off two days WITH NO TOUCH FREIGHT.
Day shift/Night Shift Paid Weekly
Schedule
• Sunday–Thursday- or Tuesday to Saturday
• Home daily and no touch freight
• Start times vary: Based in Houston Texas.
• Morning start times-and nightly/evening start times
• 5-day work week-off two full days-chance to work overtime
• Home daily
• Holiday pay available immediately
Route Area
• Operate within a 280-mile radius of Houston, Texas
Job Duties
• Pick up at rail yard-local Intermodal job-keep busy all year long.
• No loading or unloading required
• Stay in the local account daily
• Typically 1 load per day
• May run loads for other nearby accounts when needed
• 24/7 on-site manager support
Equipment
• Automatic day cabs
• PPE provided
• Trucks stay at account during time off
• No passengers allowed- stay busy with fifty-year-old established trucking company. No overnight trips and no loading and unloading involved. Full benefits package available. *** HOME DAILY JOBS FILL QUICKLY ***
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Pay $ 1000-$ 1100 weekly average-always home daily off two days WITH NO TOUCH FREIGHT.
Day shift/Night Shift Paid Weekly
Schedule
• Sunday–Thursday- or Tuesday to Saturday
• Home daily and no touch freight
• Start times vary: Based in Houston Texas.
• Morning start times-and nightly/evening start times
• 5-day work week-off two full days-chance to work overtime
• Home daily
• Holiday pay available immediately
Route Area
• Operate within a 280-mile radius of Houston, Texas
Job Duties
• Pick up at rail yard-local Intermodal job-keep busy all year long.
• No loading or unloading required
• Stay in the local account daily
• Typically 1 load per day
• May run loads for other nearby accounts when needed
• 24/7 on-site manager support
Equipment
• Automatic day cabs
• PPE provided
• Trucks stay at account during time off
• No passengers allowed- stay busy with fifty-year-old established trucking company. No overnight trips and no loading and unloading involved. Full benefits package available. *** HOME DAILY JOBS FILL QUICKLY ***
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What is the federal minimum wage and overtime rate for truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour in 2026 with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Most interstate truck drivers must also follow FMCSA hours-of-service rules limiting driving to 11 hours per day. Employers must pay at least this rate regardless of state variations.
What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as commercial drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign drivers typically need an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work or a TN visa under USMCA for Canadian or Mexican citizens with a valid CDL. Applicants must have a job offer from a U.S. employer who files Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee as of 2026. The visa allows stays up to 3 years with possible extensions.
What are the exact eligibility requirements including age and license for interstate truck driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, drivers must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and pass a DOT physical exam valid for 24 months. They also need to complete entry-level driver training of at least 30 hours behind the wheel before 2026. No felony convictions in the past 7 years for certain offenses are allowed.
What documents are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license for driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must submit proof of identity with a birth certificate or passport, Social Security number verification, and a valid medical examiner's certificate dated within the last 24 months. They also need to provide proof of residency and pass both knowledge and skills tests at a state DMV. The application fee averages $75 depending on the state.
