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Posted 15 August, 2026

CDL-A Driver | Avg $87k First Year | Home Weekly | Family Owned

Bellavance Trucking
New Britain, CT, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Job Overview

Join our team and enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your career and lifestyle:

  • $350 Home Time Guarantee: If we fail to meet your scheduled home time, you will receive this amount in your next paycheck.
  • Consistent Home Time: You will be home for two consecutive nights each week, guaranteed. If you prefer to stay out longer, that option is available.
  • Competitive Pay: Starting average pay of $1,680 per week for drivers with over two years of experience, with dedicated freight opportunities.
  • Assigned Truck: You will have your own late-model truck, with an average fleet age of just two years.
  • Responsive Dispatch: Our dispatch team is accessible and familiar with you by name.
Why Choose Us?

We understand the frustrations that come with the trucking industry. Many drivers have faced unfulfilled promises regarding home time and unresponsive dispatch teams. At our organization, we prioritize your needs and ensure that you receive the respect you deserve.

We believe that home time should be reliable. If we miss your scheduled home time due to no fault of your own, we will add $350 to your paycheck without any hassle.

Driver Testimonials

Here’s what one of our drivers, Oliver H., has to say:

“Dispatch is fantastic. If I need something or have a question, they answer the phone and know my name. Any issues I have are resolved immediately. The service department is also excellent; if there’s a problem with my truck, they prioritize getting me back on the road quickly.” Compensation Details
  • Pay Per Mile: Earn between 58-70 cents per mile, depending on experience.
  • Mileage: Average between 2,300 and 2,500 miles per week, with potential for over 3,000 miles.
  • Additional Pay: Compensation for picks, drops, detention, and layovers.
  • Merit Pay: Eligible for merit pay within the first 60 days of employment.
  • Longevity Pay: Increases annually based on your tenure.
  • Referral Bonus: Earn bonuses for referring new drivers.
Your Truck

You will be driving a late-model International LT625, fully automatic, with the following features:

  • SiriusXM All Access CB Radio
  • APU inverter
  • Refrigerator and optional TV mount
  • In-cab Wi-Fi
About Us

We are a family-owned business established in 1957 and now in our third generation. With a fleet of over 100 trucks, we focus on building long-term relationships with both our customers and drivers. This commitment is why many of our drivers choose to stay with us for years, with some having been part of our family for decades.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and a passenger and pet rider program.

Requirements
  • Valid CDL-A license
  • At least 6 months of driving experience (Van, Reefer, or Flatbed)
  • Consistent work history (no more than two employers per year)
  • Clean driving record (no more than four minor violations, one preventable accident, or DUI/SAP in the last three years)
How to Apply

The application process takes approximately five minutes. We will assist you with the necessary paperwork or guide you through it. If you apply after hours, we will reach out to you first thing the following morning.