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Dry Trucking

Class A Company Driver - USPS Drop and Hook 2300wk OTR

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An Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver specializes in long distance routes, often away for days or even weeks at a time. Sometimes also referred to as Long Haul drivers. Commonly paid in cents per mile driven.

$67,039 / year median in Alabama

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

CDL Class A Company Driver - OTR Dry Van Red Trucking is actively hiring professional CDL Class A drivers for OTR dry van positions. Our drivers run stable, high-volume freight with consistent miles and dependable weekly pay. Approximately 80% of our freight consists of drop-and-hook USPS loads operating under government-contracted freight lanes, helping provide reliable year-round work and minimal downtime. We focus on keeping drivers moving with steady freight throughout the Midwest, South, and Southeast regions while offering modern equipment, paid orientation, performance bonuses, and a driver-first environment designed for long-term success. Position Details OTR Dry Van Position Full-Time Opportunity Consistent Government Contract Freight Approximately 80%
Drop & Hook Freight Majority No-Touch Freight USPS Freight Lanes Midwest, South & Southeast Coverage Stable Miles Week After Week Passenger-Friendly Trucks Pay & Bonus Structure Starting Pay:
$0.72 CPM + Bonuses All Practical Miles Paid (Loaded & Empty) Weekly Direct Deposit Performance Bonuses Stay Out 4
Weeks:
+0.01 CPM Stay Out 5
Weeks:
$250 Bonus Stay Out 6
Weeks:
$500 Bonus Additional Bonuses Clean DOT Level 1
Inspection:
$300 Clean DOT Level 2
Inspection:
$200 Clean DOT Level 3
Inspection:
$100
Driver Referral Bonus:
$800
Local Driver Referral Bonus:
$250 Equipment Modern Volvo & Freightliner Trucks Refrigerators Microwaves Inverters Well-Maintained Fleet Comfortable Sleeper Setups Benefits Flight Covered to Orientation Hotel Covered During Orientation Transportation Assistance Weekly Cash Advance Program (Up to $300) Fuel Card Program Passenger Ride-Along Program Consistent Contracted Freight Safety & Inspection Bonuses Reliable Miles & Dispatch Support Requirements Valid CDL Class A License Minimum 1 Year of Verifiable CDL Experience Clean Driving Record No FMCSA Clearinghouse Violations No DUI/DWI or Drug/Alcohol Violations Ability to Stay Out 3-4 Weeks for OTR Routes