CDL-A OTR Truck Driver - Santa Barbara

  • Santa Barbara, California, United States
  • Hiring
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site
  • 1,450-1,850 USD / Week
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Job Description:

CDL-A OTR Truck Driver – Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type: Full-Time, Over-the-Road (OTR)
Home Time: Regional + OTR flexibility with extended runs
Compensation Target: Up to $1,750 per week ceiling (based on experience and dispatch)

Position Overview

We are seeking a professional CDL-A OTR Truck Driver to represent our fleet out of the Santa Barbara, CA corridor. You will haul dry van freight across key Western and Midwest lanes, including the I-5, US-101, I-80, and I-40 corridors, with occasional runs to the Pacific Northwest and Southwest. This is a solo, over-the-road position built for drivers who value consistent miles, modern equipment, and a safety-first culture.

Minimum Qualifications (Mandatory)

  • Minimum of 3 months of verifiable Class A CDL tractor-trailer experience (no exceptions).
  • Valid Class A CDL with a clean medical card.
  • No more than 1 preventable accident (in the last 2 years).
  • No more than 2 moving violations (in the last 2 years).
  • Zero DUIs or any alcohol-related convictions (in the last 5 years).
  • No failed drug screens or refusals on record.
  • Must be able to pass a thorough background check and road test.

Safety Gate Requirements (Strictly Enforced)

  • All applicants must meet the above thresholds to be considered. No exceptions, no waivers.
  • We review your MVR and DAC report prior to any offer.
  • Automatic disqualification for any DUI in the last 5 years, any felony in the last 7 years, or any pattern of unsafe driving.

Equipment & Fleet Standards

  • Drive a late-model fleet, all tractors under 18 months old.
  • Automatic transmissions, APUs, inverter, and in-cab navigation.
  • 57-foot dry vans with aerodynamic skirts and advanced safety cameras.
  • Pre-pass and toll transponder provided.

Compensation & Weekly Pay Scale

  • Target weekly ceiling: $1,750 (based on dispatched miles, stop pay, and safety bonus).
  • Per-mile base rate plus per-stop pay and detention pay.
  • Weekly direct deposit, pay statements available online.
  • Mileage bonuses for high-performance, on-time delivery.

Health & Wellness Blueprint

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one of employment.
  • Company-sponsored life insurance and short-term disability.
  • Access to telehealth and a 24/7 nurse line.
  • Wellness reimbursement for gym memberships, fitness trackers, or health coaching.
  • Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pet & Rider Policy

  • Pets allowed: dogs and cats up to 50 lbs, one pet per truck. Pet deposit waived for clean inspections.
  • Rider program: riders eligible after 30 days of safe employment, subject to orientation and safety checklist.
  • Both options require advance approval and adherence to our cleanliness and safety guidelines.

Typical Dispatch & Corridors

  • Primary lanes: Santa Barbara to Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Denver, and Kansas City.
  • Secondary lanes: Pacific Northwest (Portland, Seattle) and West Texas (El Paso, Lubbock).
  • Long-haul routes include I-10, I-15, I-70, and I-80.
  • Average 2,200 to