ABF Freight (ArcBest)
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL
Moderate Demand
Regional Truck Driver Jobs in New Mexico
Browse regional trucking positions across New Mexico with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$58,000 - $84,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Regional Trucking in New Mexico
New Mexico regional drivers cover the high-growth Southwest corridor, running freight between Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and surrounding states. Cross-border freight and energy sector loads add variety to regional lanes. Regional driver demand in New Mexico is moderate, with most positions offering weekly home time and steady freight.
Top Companies Hiring Regional Drivers in NM
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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 New Mexico
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$49,000 - $69,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$53,000 - $75,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$54,500 - $77,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$56,000 - $79,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$57,500 - $81,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$58,500 - $83,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$50,000 - $70,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$41,000 - $58,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$46,500 - $65,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$47,000 - $66,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$51,000 - $72,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$52,000 - $73,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$49,000 - $69,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$40,000 - $56,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Regional Jobs in New Mexico
Albuquerque
New Mexico
Las Cruces
New Mexico
Santa Fe
New Mexico
Farmington
New Mexico
Roswell
New Mexico
Key Freight Routes in New Mexico
1
I-40 (east-west through Albuquerque)
2
I-25 (north-south through Albuquerque)
3
I-10 (southern NM, Las Cruces to El Paso)
Requirements for Regional Driving in NM
- 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 New Mexico — FAQs
How much do regional truck drivers make in New Mexico?
Regional truck drivers in New Mexico earn $58,000 - $84,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. New Mexico'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 New Mexico get home?
Most regional driving positions based in New Mexico 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 New Mexico hiring regional drivers in 2026?
Yes — regional driver demand in New Mexico is moderate heading into 2026. The regional segment in New Mexico is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in NM.