Why drivers like this job
- APU (no-idle heat and A/C) – Inverters/APU on most trucks
- Riders – Authorized adult passengers allowed with a signed passenger agreement
- Paid orientation – Paid once you are hired
- Solid average pay – About $1,500–$2,000 on average, as reported by the carrier
- Publicly traded carrier – Large, established company with training and support
The job
Home timeEvery Three Weeks
Experience6+ months
FreightLive Load / Live Unload
Where loads goAll loads start in Laredo, TX. After delivery the smaller tractor and trailer will be piggy backed and both drivers go in one tractor to return to Laredo, TX for next load. Sometimes reloading on the return.
ScheduleBOTH DAY/NIGHT
EquipmentFlatbed
Hiring areaLaredo, TX, Gary, IN Houston, TX Lancaster, TX Kansas City, KS
Good to know
- Long time the carrier dedicated customer with solid freight flow. Drivers can stop at their house on the way back to Laredo, TX if there home is enroute. At the point of returning they are teaming with their Stack Team Mate and are empty.
Keep in mind: Most dealerships are not open after hours to receive.
Pay, benefits and extras
Average pay: $1,500–$2,000 a week (reported by the hiring company; results vary)
- Transmission: 10-speed manual and automatic
- No-idle heat and A/C: Yes
- Assigned truck: Yes
- Pets: One approved dog under 40 lbs allowed
- Riders: Yes
- Paid orientation: Yes
- Benefits: Eligible for benefits after 30 days
- Paid time off: Paid vacation that grows with tenure: 5 days after 1 year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years
- Retirement: Yes
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL
- 6+ months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience
- At least 21 years old
- Current DOT medical card and a clean drug screen
- Driving record: no more than 2 MV’s in the last 2 years
How to apply
Tap Apply and send the short form, or call or text (307) 218-3831. A recruiter calls you, answers your questions and confirms the current terms in writing before you apply. Recruiting is paid by the hiring company.
Better Today LLC is an independent recruiting company, not the employer. Pay figures are averages reported by the hiring company, not guarantees. Requirements and terms are set by the hiring company and change often. Ref 3647e09c.