- Company: U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location: Nashville, Berrien County
- Salary: $89,960/yr
U.S. Xpress - OTR at a glance
usxpressotr.comU.S. Xpress is hiring experienced CDL-A truck drivers for full-time over-the-road (OTR) positions based in Nashville, Berrien County. If you hold a valid CDL-A license and bring one to five months of professional driving experience, we're looking for you to join our team of reliable company drivers.
About the Role
This is a full-time position operating dry van equipment on long-haul routes across the United States. You'll manage your driving schedule while hitting consistent mileage targets—solo drivers average 2,000 miles per week, while team drivers operate at approximately 5,000 miles weekly. Most drivers work a 12 days out / 2 days home rotation, ensuring regular time to rest and be with family.
What You'll Do
- Operate dry van commercial trucks safely and professionally on over-the-road assignments
- Adhere to all DOT regulations and company safety standards while managing freight
- Deliver cargo on schedule while maintaining strong fuel economy and equipment care
- Coordinate with dispatch to meet delivery deadlines and route requirements
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and basic equipment maintenance
What We're Looking For
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A)
- One to five months of verifiable truck driving experience
- Clean driving record and passing background screening
- Strong commitment to safety compliance and regulatory adherence
- Professional communication and ability to manage extended time on the road independently
Compensation & Incentives
Solo drivers earn 54 to 60 cents per mile based on experience, with a guaranteed weekly minimum of $1,200. Top-performing drivers in our fleet earn up to $1,725 per week, averaging approximately $83,200 annually. Team drivers split 72 to 80 cents per mile with 5,000 weekly miles. Qualified applicants receive sign-on bonuses: $2,000 for solo drivers and $5,000 split for team driver positions.
About U.S. Xpress
U.S. Xpress operates a nationwide fleet of over-the-road dry van carriers serving major shippers across the country. We support our drivers' long-term careers through competitive compensation, consistent work, and an operational culture built on safety and reliability.
How to Apply
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
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Listing facts
- Role CDL-A Company Driver – 1-5mo EXP Required – OTR – Dry Van – $1.73k per week – U.S. Xpress – OTR
- Employer U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location Nashville, Berrien County
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $89,960/yr
- Posted July 1, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-01
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (343 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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- Dev.to — A lot of good points here https://antirez.com/news/169
- Dev.to — Building an Agentic FinOps Platform — Development Environment Setup, Google Antigravity, MCPs and Skills, and ADK Bootst…
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