Central Transport
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL
Moderate Demand
Regional Truck Driver Jobs in Michigan
Browse regional trucking positions across Michigan with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$54,000 - $78,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Regional Trucking in Michigan
Regional trucking from Michigan covers the industrial heartland, with routes spanning from the Great Lakes to the Plains states. The Midwest's central position means regional drivers here often get home weekly while earning competitive miles. Regional driver demand in Michigan is moderate, with most positions offering weekly home time and steady freight.
Top Companies Hiring Regional Drivers in MI
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Dayton Freight Lines
$60,000 - $90,000Local, Regional, LTL
Holland (TFI International)
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL
PAM Transport
$48,000 - $78,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Automotive
ABF Freight (ArcBest)
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Michigan
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$56,500 - $80,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$59,500 - $84,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$61,000 - $86,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$62,000 - $88,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$53,000 - $74,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$43,500 - $61,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$49,500 - $69,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$50,000 - $70,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$54,000 - $76,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$42,500 - $60,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Regional Jobs in Michigan
Detroit
Michigan
Grand Rapids
Michigan
Lansing
Michigan
Kalamazoo
Michigan
Flint
Michigan
Key Freight Routes in Michigan
1
I-75 (Detroit to Mackinac)
2
I-94 (Detroit to Chicago)
3
I-96 (Detroit to Grand Rapids)
Requirements for Regional Driving in MI
- 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 Michigan — FAQs
How much do regional truck drivers make in Michigan?
Regional truck drivers in Michigan earn $54,000 - $78,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Michigan's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. 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 Michigan get home?
Most regional driving positions based in Michigan 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 Michigan hiring regional drivers in 2026?
Yes — regional driver demand in Michigan is moderate heading into 2026. The regional segment in Michigan is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in MI.