- Company: U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location: Mount Gilead, Ohio
- Salary: $1,700/wk
U.S. Xpress - OTR at a glance
usxintranet.usxpress.comU.S. Xpress is a large U.S. truckload carrier. Recent coverage highlights asset-utilization work around density, data, and digital ops (Trucking Dive) and a reorganization that puts more weight on contract freight (Journal of Commerce). Public site: xpress.com.
CDL-A Company Driver - OTR
Mount Gilead, Ohio
Full Time, No Remote
What This Role Involves
This position offers solo over-the-road (OTR) driving with a focus on dry van transportation. Drivers will be responsible for delivering goods across the United States, averaging 2,000 miles per week. The role comes with a generous sign-on bonus of up to $7,500 and a weekly minimum pay of $1,500. Top performers can earn as much as $1,700 per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive company-owned dry van trucks across the U.S.
- Average 2,000 miles per week with potential to increase earnings based on performance
- Ensure safe and efficient delivery of goods
- Follow all company policies and procedures
- Adhere to DOT regulations and maintain a clean driving record
Qualifications
- Holds a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- 1-5 months of OTR driving experience is preferred but not required
- Avoidance of accidents and a strong safety record are essential
- Possess excellent communication skills for interacting with customers and team members
About U.S. Xpress - OTR
U.S. Xpress is a leading transportation company that offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. As a solo driver, you will enjoy the flexibility of working independently while still being part of a larger team. The company guarantees a weekly minimum of $1,500, with top 20% drivers earning up to $1,700 per week.
Next Steps
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Terms used in this posting
- 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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Recent news
- 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 Mount Gilead, Ohio
Note: US observes a public holiday on Sep 7 — Labour Day.
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
Build the skills for this role
Must-haves center on a valid Class A CDL, clean driving record, HOS/ELD fluency, and trip planning. No certification cost list was supplied for this posting.
- Walk through a recent OTR week: miles, dwell, weather, and how you protected HOS.
- Explain pre-trip and DVIR habits that catch defects early.
- Ask how this OTR seat balances freight mix, home time, and detention support.
Watch & learn
Video via YouTube.
Best fit for CDL-A drivers comfortable with multi-day OTR company miles who want a large-fleet dispatch environment rather than local-only routes.
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Listing facts
- Role CDL-A Company Driver – OTR
- Employer U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location Mount Gilead, Ohio
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $1,700/wk
- Posted August 23, 2026
- Apply by September 22, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (281 words)
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