Regional, Class A – 1099 Contract Driver, Home Weekends

RTF EXPRESS is hiring a dependable Regional, Class A - 1099 Contract Driver based out of Saint Paul, Ramsey County, with weekends at home and steady, predictable refrigerated freight.

About the Role

This is a solo, 1099 contract driving position running refrigerated regional routes for RTF EXPRESS in Saint Paul, Ramsey County. You can expect roughly five days out on the road followed by two days of home time, so your weekends stay your own. Starting compensation is set at $0.60 per mile, with average gross weekly earnings ranging from $1,100 to $2,000 and typical weekly mileage between 1,800 and 2,300 miles. There is no line haul work, and no driver load or unload is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a Class A vehicle safely on refrigerated regional routes as a solo contract driver.
• Transport temperature-controlled freight on schedule while protecting load integrity.
• Average 1,800 to 2,300 miles each week across regional lanes.
• Maintain accurate logs and stay compliant with all applicable DOT and safety regulations.
• Complete trips without line haul duties or driver load/unload responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL).
• Comfortable operating as an independent 1099 solo contractor.
• Willing to spend approximately five days out per cycle with two days of home time.
• Clean, safety-focused driving record and a reliable, professional work ethic.

Compensation Growth

• Starting pay of $0.60 per mile, with a performance evaluation at 30 days.
• Pay raises available after 90 days, plus ongoing, consistent pay increases.
• Holiday and performance bonuses for committed drivers.

About RTF EXPRESS

RTF EXPRESS is a refrigerated trucking company serving regional lanes from Saint Paul, Ramsey County. We value drivers who show up reliably, and we reward that commitment with consistent pay raisers, holiday and performance bonuses, and a route structure that keeps you home on weekends. Our goal is to give contract drivers steady miles, fair earnings, and a schedule that respects work-life balance.

How to Apply

If you are a Class A driver ready for a regional 1099 contract role with RTF EXPRESS in Saint Paul, Ramsey County, we want to hear from you. View the full listing and apply here to start the conversation and put your weekends back on the calendar.