Amazon Freight
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Yard Jockey
Moderate Demand
Dedicated Routes Jobs in North Carolina
Browse dedicated trucking positions across North Carolina with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$52,000 - $76,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Dedicated Trucking in North Carolina
North Carolina's growing warehouse and distribution landscape makes it a hotspot for dedicated routes. Amazon, Walmart, and major grocery chains operate extensive dedicated fleets serving the Southeast. Demand for dedicated drivers in North Carolina is moderate, with many accounts offering weekly home time and consistent weekly pay.
Top Companies Hiring Dedicated Drivers in NC
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Averitt Express
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL, Dedicated, Truckload
Covenant Transport
$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Heartland Express
$55,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in North Carolina
Each of these is a live posting with the pay, home time and requirements set out in full. Applying takes about a minute.
Dump Truck & Hotshot Flatbed Driver
Based on experience · Discussed on the call
OTR Dry Van Driver
$51,500 - $72,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$57,500 - $81,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$60,500 - $85,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$64,500 - $91,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$43,000 - $61,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$49,000 - $69,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$49,500 - $69,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$51,500 - $72,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$42,000 - $59,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Dedicated Jobs in North Carolina
Charlotte
North Carolina
Raleigh
North Carolina
Greensboro
North Carolina
Winston-Salem
North Carolina
Durham
North Carolina
Key Freight Routes in North Carolina
1
I-85 (Charlotte to Greensboro to Virginia)
2
I-40 (Raleigh to Winston-Salem to Asheville)
3
I-77 (Charlotte to Virginia)
Requirements for Dedicated Driving in NC
- Valid CDL-A license
- 6+ months to 1 year CDL-A experience (varies by account)
- Clean MVR and safety record
- DOT physical card
- Reliability and punctuality (dedicated accounts have strict schedules)
- Customer service skills for shipper interactions
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Dedicated Trucking Jobs in North Carolina — FAQs
How much do dedicated truck drivers make in North Carolina?
Dedicated truck drivers in North Carolina earn $52,000 - $76,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in North Carolina is near the national average, the lower cost of living means take-home pay stretches further than in coastal states. 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.
What dedicated accounts are available in North Carolina?
North Carolina has dedicated accounts with major retailers, grocery chains, and manufacturers. Large carriers like Schneider, J.B. Hunt, and Werner operate dedicated divisions in NC serving accounts including Walmart, Amazon, and regional grocery distributors. Dedicated positions in North Carolina typically offer weekly home time and consistent miles.
Are trucking companies in North Carolina hiring dedicated drivers in 2026?
Yes — dedicated driver demand in North Carolina is moderate heading into 2026. The dedicated segment in North Carolina is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in NC.