ABF Freight (ArcBest)
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL
Moderate Demand
Regional Truck Driver Jobs in Alaska
Browse regional trucking positions across Alaska with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$62,000 - $90,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Regional Trucking in Alaska
Regional routes from Alaska cover the West Coast and Mountain West, connecting port cities to inland distribution hubs. Produce season creates peak freight opportunities for regional reefer and van drivers. Regional driver demand in Alaska is moderate, with most positions offering weekly home time and steady freight.
Top Companies Hiring Regional Drivers in AK
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Amazon Freight
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Yard Jockey
Anderson Trucking Service
$65,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Averitt Express
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL, Dedicated, Truckload
Central Transport
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Alaska
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$69,500 - $98,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$71,500 - $101,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$73,000 - $103,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$73,500 - $104,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$75,500 - $106,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$77,000 - $108,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$80,500 - $114,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$53,500 - $76,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$66,500 - $94,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$68,000 - $96,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Regional Jobs in Alaska
Anchorage
Alaska
Fairbanks
Alaska
Juneau
Alaska
Wasilla
Alaska
Kenai
Alaska
Key Freight Routes in Alaska
1
Dalton Highway (Haul Road to Prudhoe Bay)
2
Alaska Highway (AK-2)
3
Parks Highway (AK-3 Anchorage to Fairbanks)
Requirements for Regional Driving in AK
- Valid CDL-A license
- 6+ months CDL-A experience (some carriers accept recent graduates)
- Clean MVR with no more than 2 moving violations in 3 years
- DOT physical card
- Willingness to travel multi-state routes within assigned region
- Pre-employment drug screen and background check
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Regional Trucking Jobs in Alaska — FAQs
How much do regional truck drivers make in Alaska?
Regional truck drivers in Alaska earn $62,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Alaska run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
How often do regional drivers in Alaska get home?
Most regional driving positions based in Alaska offer weekly home time, with many carriers guaranteeing at least 34 hours off each week. Some premium regional accounts get drivers home every weekend. The frequency depends on the carrier, account, and your home terminal location relative to the regional freight lanes.
Are trucking companies in Alaska hiring regional drivers in 2026?
Yes — regional driver demand in Alaska is moderate heading into 2026. The regional segment in Alaska is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in AK.