CDL Jobs FAQ

Cypress Truck Lines is built for drivers looking for Southeast regional CDL jobs with guaranteed home time. As a family-owned and operated company since 1972, we focus on long-term careers, steady freight, and treating drivers with respect.

Our regional flatbed drivers are home every weekend, guaranteed, with consistent freight and reliable weekly miles across the Southeast. This means you can count on both strong pay and time at home.

If you prefer to run longer, our OTR drivers are home every other week, with the option to stay out longer and increase earnings.

We also support drivers at every stage of their career. Cypress provides paid flatbed training, and for those getting started, Cypress CDL School allows you to earn your CDL while getting paid.

At Cypress, you get more than a driving job. You get a schedule you can depend on and a company focused on long-term driver success.

Pay at Cypress Truck Lines is built around strong, consistent weekly earnings.

Our regional flatbed drivers earn $1,400 to $1,800 per week with reliable miles and guaranteed weekend home time. For drivers who prefer to stay out longer, our OTR drivers earn $1,800 to $2,000 per week, with the opportunity to increase earnings by running additional weeks.

In addition to weekly pay, drivers have access to:

At Cypress, you are not just earning a paycheck. You are building a stable, long-term career with consistent income and real growth opportunities.

Home time at Cypress is built around consistency and predictability.

Our regional flatbed drivers are home every weekend, guaranteed, with established Southeast freight lanes that allow for reliable schedules week after week.

For drivers who choose to run OTR, home time is every other week, with the option to stay out longer and increase earnings.

During training, home time may vary based on your assigned route and trainer, but once you are running your own truck, you can count on a schedule you can plan around.

Cypress Truck Lines operates a modern fleet of automatic trucks, including Peterbilt, Freightliner, and International models. All trucks are assigned to drivers.

Approximately 90% of our loads are pre-tarped and ready to go. When tarping is required, drivers receive additional pay.

Cypress offers a range of CDL-A opportunities, including:

No. We welcome both new and experienced CDL drivers.

If you do not have flatbed experience, Cypress provides paid flatbed training to teach you everything you need to know, including load securement, tarping, and safe flatbed operation. Training typically lasts 1 to 7 weeks, depending on your experience and progress.

If you already have flatbed experience, you may be evaluated during orientation and assigned your own truck more quickly, allowing you to start earning sooner.

We also offer a direct path for those just getting started. Cypress CDL School allows you to earn your CDL while getting paid, then transition into a full-time driving position with Cypress.

You don’t need experience or a CDL to start.

Many of our drivers started the same way, with no CDL and no experience.

If you do not have a CDL, you can get started through Cypress CDL School.

Cypress CDL School allows you to earn your CDL while getting paid, with hands-on training and a direct path into a full-time driving position with Cypress Truck Lines.

Yes. Cypress offers sign-on bonuses based on your experience:

For drivers who recently completed CDL school, we also offer:

Our recruiting team will review your experience and help determine which option you qualify for.

Cypress Truck Lines hires CDL drivers throughout the Southeastern United States, where our regional freight network is based.

We are actively hiring in states including:

Drivers who live within our hiring area benefit from consistent regional miles and guaranteed weekend home time.

If you are unsure whether your location qualifies, our recruiting team can help determine your eligibility.

No additional endorsements are required. However, a TWIC card may be needed for port access and can be obtained during onboarding.

Yes. Even if it has been years since you last drove, you may still qualify.

Drivers with a valid CDL can be eligible to apply, and depending on your experience, Cypress may provide refresher training to help you get back on the road safely and confidently.

Our team will review your background and work with you to find the right path forward, whether that means a short refresher period or a faster transition back into a full-time driving position.

The best way to find out is to apply and speak with a recruiter, 1-800-545-1351.

We do not currently hire owner-operators or teams. Most of our freight is regional and does not require team driving.

Orientation is held at our terminals in Jacksonville, FL, Smyrna, GA, South Pittsburg, TN, and Abilene, TX. It typically lasts one full week.

Yes. If you live more than 50 miles from the terminal, we can provide transportation to orientation.

Yes. Lodging is provided for drivers who live more than 50 miles from the terminal. Meals are not included.

Drivers are paid $100 per day during orientation, up to $500 per week.

During training, experienced drivers can earn up to $1,000 per week. Pay is based on experience and training progression.

Yes. Drivers without flatbed experience will train with an experienced driver trainer for several weeks. The length of training depends on your experience and performance.

Cypress Truck Lines operates a network of terminals across the Southeast to support our drivers and keep freight moving efficiently. You can view all locations on our Terminal Locations page.

Our terminal locations include:

Drivers do not need to live near a terminal to apply. Our regional routes are designed to support drivers across our hiring area while still providing consistent miles and dependable home time.

This terminal network allows us to provide consistent regional freight, reliable miles, and strong support for drivers throughout our hiring area.

Yes. Drivers may take their truck home if they live more than 50 miles from a terminal and have a safe place to park.

Yes. All trucks are equipped with electronic logs.

Drivers are paid weekly via direct deposit or check.

Yes, per diem pay is available.

No, we do not offer a lease purchase program.

Applying is quick and easy. Whether you already have your CDL or are just getting started, our team will help you find the right path.

Most applications are reviewed within 24 hours, so you can move forward quickly.

You can call our recruiting team at 1-800-545-1351 to confirm your application status. Most applications are reviewed within 24 hours.

For questions or to get started, call 1-800-545-1351 or email recruiting@cypresstruck.com.