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Trucking Jobs in Des Moines, IA: CDL-A Driver Jobs

Explore current Regional and Monday–Friday OTR CDL-A driver opportunities serving Des Moines and Central Iowa. Compare schedule, recurring home time, expected weekend home time, freight and hiring requirements before applying. Browse trucking jobs and CDL-A truck driving jobs from participating motor carriers.

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Current Des Moines CDL-A openings

Openings and assignments can change. Select a position to review its current details and submit your information.

REGIONAL · ONE NIGHT OUT

Regional CDL-A Driver

Typically one night out followed by one to three nights home

Primarily 53-foot, drop-and-hook, no-touch freight

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OTR · FIVE-DAY ROTATION

Monday-Friday OTR CDL-A Driver

Five days over the road with expected weekend home time

Primarily 53-foot, drop-and-hook, no-touch freight

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The local market

Driving opportunities around Des Moines

Des Moines is a central Midwest freight and distribution market with direct access to I-35 and I-80. These openings are for qualified Class A drivers who can report reliably in the Des Moines metro and operate safely on regional or multi-state routes.

Common reporting area: Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Altoona, Urbandale, Clive and surrounding Central Iowa communities.

Common minimum requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL and DOT medical card
  • Age 21 or older
  • At least three months of experience or qualifying CDL school
  • Ability to pass required background and drug screening
  • Safe, reliable operation of a 53-foot tractor-trailer

The participating motor carrier determines final eligibility. Requirements may vary by opening.

What drivers can expect

Clear schedules

Compare local, regional and OTR rotations before you apply.

Qualification guidance

A recruiter helps explain documentation, screening and onboarding steps.

Direct application

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Frequently asked questions

What trucking jobs and CDL-A truck driving jobs are available in Des Moines, IA?

Current Des Moines openings include Regional and Monday-Friday OTR. Availability can change as participating motor carriers fill driver seats.

Which communities are included in the Des Moines hiring area?

The common reporting area includes Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Altoona, Urbandale, Clive and surrounding Central Iowa communities. Final reporting locations are confirmed by the participating motor carrier.

What license and experience are required for Des Moines CDL jobs?

Applicants must hold a valid Class A CDL. Many openings seek at least three months of tractor-trailer experience or qualifying CDL-school completion, subject to the carrier's final requirements.

What freight do Des Moines drivers haul?

Most listed opportunities involve 53-foot trailers with primarily drop-and-hook, no-touch freight. Confirm the exact assignment with recruiting.

Does submitting an application guarantee employment?

No. CDL Driver Hire and Roger That Recruiting coordinate recruiting. The participating motor carrier makes all final qualification and hiring decisions.

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