$1.5k - $1.8k/wk+ Performance and safety bonuses + Gas cards
Mid
Essex, MD, USA
In PersonPickup location is in Maryland; the role is over-the-road and involves driving routes.
Vehicle Operation & DeliveryTruck & Heavy Vehicle Driving
About the job
Requirements
Must be at least 25 years old.
Must hold a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
Must have no accidents within the past five years, no moving violations, and no DUI or DWI.
Must hold a current Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Card.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening, a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse query, Motor Vehicle Record review, Pre-Employment Screening Program review, and background screening as permitted by law.
Must qualify under company insurance guidelines and federal regulations.
Minimum verifiable commercial driver’s license experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
Operate a semi-truck safely and legally.
Maintain compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
Properly use and maintain the Electronic Logging Device system.
Follow Hours of Service rules.
Conduct and document pre-trip inspections under 49 CFR 396.13 and post-trip inspections under 49 CFR 396.11.
Report violations or roadside inspections within 24 hours.
Maintain clean equipment.
Safely secure cargo.
Submit bills of lading and required paperwork on time.
Communicate professionally with dispatch and brokers.
🥊 CDL CLASS A OTR DRIVER – $1,500–$1,800 WEEKLY
đź“ŤPickup Location: Maryland đźšš Drop & Hook | 1099 | Gas Cards | Safety Bonuses
Heavy Weight Freight is seeking experienced, safety-focused CDL Class A drivers for an Over-the-Road (OTR) position operating under full FMCSA regulations.
This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position with starting pay from $1,500–$1,800 per week for qualified drivers who meet strict safety and compliance standards.
ℹ️ ABOUT HEAVY WEIGHT FREIGHT
Heavy Weight Freight is owned and operated by former and active drivers with real field experience. Part of the benefit of working with and for us is that you are employed by actual human beings who understand and appreciate the grind first-hand, not office-bound admins or corporate executives who are disconnected from the reality of life on the road.
đź’° COMPENSATION + INCENTIVES
Starting at $1,500–$1,800 per week
Drop & Hook freight
Gas cards provided (authorized use only)
Performance & safety bonuses
Consistent miles
Professional dispatch & operations support
đź“ŤPOSITION DETAILS
Pickup location: Maryland
Over-the-Road (OTR)
Drop & Hook freight
ELD required
Operate in full compliance with:
49 CFR Part 383 (CDL Standards)
49 CFR Part 391 (Driver Qualifications)
49 CFR Part 395 (Hours of Service)
49 CFR Part 396 (Inspection & Maintenance)
49 CFR Part 382 (Drug & Alcohol Testing)
✅ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (STRICT – NO EXCEPTIONS)
Must be 25 years of age or older
Valid CDL Class A
No accidents within the past 5 years
No moving violations
No DUI / DWI
Current DOT Medical Examiner’s Card
Minimum verifiable CDL experience preferred
Must pass:
Pre-employment drug screening
FMCSA Clearinghouse query
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review
PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) review
Background screening (as permitted by law)
đźšš DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate semi-truck safely and legally
Maintain full compliance with FMCSA regulations
Properly use and maintain ELD system
Follow Hours of Service (HOS) rules
Conduct and document:
Pre-trip inspections (49 CFR 396.13)
Post-trip inspections (49 CFR 396.11)
Report violations or roadside inspections within 24 hours
Maintain clean equipment
Safely secure cargo
Turn in BOLs and required paperwork on time
Communicate professionally with dispatch and brokers
⚠️ IMPORTANT COMPLIANCE NOTICE
Heavy Weight Freight maintains strict insurance and safety standards. Drivers must qualify under company insurance guidelines and federal regulations.
Falsification of application information or failure to meet safety standards will result in immediate disqualification or termination. FINAL THOUGHTS
If you are a disciplined, professional driver who respects compliance and wants consistent weekly pay — apply today.
Heavy Weight Freight hires drivers who handle business the right way.
Serious inquiries only.
PLEASE NOTE:
The majority of Groundwork Operations and Heavy Weight Freight job postings are for gig-based positions, NOT full-time or part-time roles with a consistent schedule.
The exceptions to this are listed below:
Our CDL Class A OTR (Over The Road) Truck Driver jobs are contract-based (1099) with specific, consistent schedules.
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