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Posted 15 August, 2026

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

Bellavance Trucking
Waterbury, 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.
  • Consistent Home Time: Spend two consecutive nights at home each week—guaranteed, or opt to stay out longer if you wish.
  • Competitive Pay: Average starting salary of $1,680 per week (for those with 2+ years of experience) with dedicated freight.
  • Assigned Truck: Drive a late-model vehicle (average fleet age: 2 years).
  • Personalized Dispatch: Our dispatch team knows you by name and is always available to assist.
Why Choose Us?

We understand the frustrations that come with unreliable home time and unresponsive dispatch. At our organization, we prioritize your needs and ensure you receive the respect you deserve as an experienced driver.

Home time should be predictable. If we miss your scheduled home time due to no fault of yours, we will add $350 to your next paycheck—no questions asked.

Driver Testimonial

Here’s what one of our drivers has to say:

“The dispatch team is exceptional. Whenever I have a question or need assistance, they answer promptly and personally. Any issues I encounter are resolved quickly, and the service department is equally impressive—they prioritize getting my truck back on the road without delay.” — Oliver H., Van/Reefer Driver

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).
  • Additional Pay: Compensation for picks, drops, detention, and layovers.
  • Merit Pay: Eligible within the first 60 days of employment.
  • Longevity Pay: Increases annually.
  • Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for bringing new drivers on board.
Your Vehicle

Drive a late-model International LT625 (average fleet age: 2 years) equipped with:

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

We are a family-owned business established in 1957, 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 (PTO), 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 2 employers per year).
  • Clean driving record (no more than 4 minor violations, 1 preventable accident, or DUI/SAP in the last 3 years).
How to Apply

The application process takes approximately 5 minutes. We will assist you with the necessary paperwork or guide you through it step by step.

If you apply after hours, we will reach out to you first thing the following morning.