Truck Driver Jobs in Indiana —
Earn up to $110,000/yr
Astel is a family-owned carrier with 18+ years on the road. Weekly pay, all miles paid on both loaded and deadhead legs, new Volvo trucks. Drivers stick around here.
Pay That Actually Delivers
The pay is transparent and consistent: no gimmicks, no hidden deductions. Indiana-based drivers gross $2,400–2,700+ per week on our West–Midwest lanes.
- ✅$0.80 per mile — flat rateEvery mile is paid, both loaded and deadhead
- ✅Guaranteed minimum $2,400 per weekYour income floor, every week, for drivers with 1+ year of experience
- ✅$2,000 sign-on bonusFor drivers with 1+ year of CDL-A experience
- ✅Airfare reimbursement up to $200We cover your flight to orientation
- ✅Guaranteed pay raises twice in your first year with us. Our top drivers make 90 cents.
Astel, a company drivers want to stay in. Join a team where your experience is respected.
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Weekly Direct PayNo delays, no holdbacks, straight to your account
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All Miles PaidZIP-to-ZIP calculation covers loaded miles and deadhead alike
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No Deposit for Experienced DriversA security deposit applies only with under 3 months of OTR experience
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Breakdown CoverageReplacement truck provided, keep rolling & earning
Why Indiana Drivers Choose Astel
Our owner used to drive a truck himself, and he built the company he wished existed back then. 18 years in, we're still growing, and we still treat drivers like people, not numbers.
Indiana Is the Crossroads of America, and Astel's Home State
"Crossroads of America" is Indiana's official motto, and it's literal. Six major Interstates cross the state. For Astel it's more than geography: our headquarters sits in West Lafayette, and our Chicago yard is right next door.
Major Indiana Freight Hubs
From the steel and intermodal belt of Northwest Indiana to the giant air hub in Indianapolis, freight is Indiana's family business. Ours too.
Indiana Climate & Reefer Demand
Four honest seasons, humid summers, snowy winters near the lake, and a food industry that never stops. That means steady reefer work in both directions.
Summer: Heat and humidity across the corn belt. Dairy, pork,
and produce distribution all run on refrigeration.
Winter: Lake-effect snow hits the northern counties along
I-80/94 and I-65. Winter driving skills pay a premium here.
Year-round: Indiana's meat and dairy processing, including some
of the largest dairy operations in the Midwest, feeds constant reefer volume
toward Chicago and beyond.
Your Indiana Lanes with Astel
Indiana is the middle of our map. The Chicago yard, with its rest area, sauna, laundry, and our own repair shop, is about an hour from Gary and two from Lafayette. Loads head west to Denver and the coasts, and drivers must be ready to run all 48 contiguous states.
Indiana Freight by the Numbers
Small state, giant freight footprint.
Indiana CDL Class A Requirements
Already hold your Indiana CDL-A? You're ready to apply right now. Not yet licensed? Here's exactly what the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) requires.
| Requirement | Details | Status for Astel Position |
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| Minimum Age | 21+ years for interstate (OTR) driving, required for all 48-state runs | Required |
| Valid IN Driver's License | Current, non-suspended Indiana driver's license | Required |
| Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) | Must hold CLP for minimum 14 days before the skills test | Pre-CDL Step |
| ELDT Training | Entry-Level Driver Training from an FMCSA-registered provider | Pre-CDL Step |
| DOT Medical Exam | Medical Examiner's Certificate confirming fitness to operate a CMV | Required |
| Knowledge Tests | IN General Knowledge, Combination Vehicles (Class A), Air Brakes | Pass to Obtain CDL |
| Skills Test | Pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, on-road driving evaluation | Pass to Obtain CDL |
| Reefer Endorsement | No special endorsement required for standard reefer freight in Indiana | Not Required |
| Clean Record | No DUI, no at-fault accidents, no serious traffic violations on record | Required by Astel |
| OTR Experience | 1+ year over-the-road experience preferred | Preferred by Astel |
Position Details
Driver Responsibilities
- Safely operate a CMV in full compliance with all DOT regulations
- Deliver reefer freight on time across West, Midwest, and all 48 contiguous states as assigned
- Maintain accurate HOS logs and complete trip documentation
- Handle BOLs and receipts, and complete the rest of the required paperwork
- Communicate clearly and professionally with dispatch throughout each run
- Monitor and maintain proper reefer temperatures throughout every load
- Perform basic on-road troubleshooting and complete pre/post-trip inspections
Broken Down in Indiana? You're Practically Home.
On I-65 near Lafayette or on the Borman Expressway through Gary, you're minutes from our own shop and mechanics. Astel gets you a replacement truck fast, and your paycheck never takes a hit.
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