- Company: U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location: Charleston, South Carolina
- Salary: $1,630/wk
U.S. Xpress - OTR at a glance
usxintranet.usxpress.comU.S. Xpress is an over-the-road (OTR) trucking carrier. Trade coverage highlights density, data, and digital tools for asset utilization (Trucking Dive) and a shift emphasizing contract freight (Journal of Commerce).
CDL-A Company Driver - OTR
Charleston, South Carolina
Full Time | No Remote
About the Role
This role involves driving a dry van in over-the-road (OTR) operations with 1-5 months of experience required. You will earn $1,630 per week and can choose home time that suits you. Solo OTR drivers typically cover an average of 2,000 miles per week and are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Pick up and deliver freight across the United States
- Maintain accurate records and logs as required by regulations
- Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety on the road
- Follow all company policies and procedures for safe driving practices
What We're Looking For
- A valid CDL-A license with a dry van endorsement
- 1-5 months of OTR driving experience
- A clean driving record
- The ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
More About U.S. Xpress - OTR
U.S. Xpress is committed to providing its drivers with competitive pay, home time flexibility, and opportunities for advancement. The company's teams average $260,000 annually, and top earners can make up to $300,000 per year. Solo OTR drivers have the potential to earn $1,625 weekly.
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- sign-on bonus
- A one-time payment offered to a new hire, usually paid shortly after starting, separate from regular salary.
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- Density, data, digital: US Xpress’ secrets to high asset utilization - Trucking Dive
- US Xpress reorganizes, emphasizing contract business - Journal of Commerce
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Working in Charleston, South Carolina
Note: US observes a public holiday on Sep 7 — Labour Day.
🇺🇸 Relocation safety for US: Exercise Normal Caution — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 2.0% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 206,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Be ready on CDL-A experience, OTR lifestyle fit, safety record, and how you handle fatigue, weather, and tight delivery windows on company equipment.
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- Role CDL-A Company Driver – OTR
- Employer U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location Charleston, South Carolina
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $1,630/wk
- Posted August 22, 2026
- Apply by September 21, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (241 words)
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