- Company: U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location: Tennerton, Upshur County
- Salary: $88,400/yr
U.s. Xpress - OTR at a glance
usxpressotr.comJoin U.S. Xpress as a CDL-A Company Driver based in Tennerton, Upshur County. We're hiring experienced drivers for full-time, over-the-road positions operating modern dry van equipment. With competitive compensation, predictable home time, and a supportive team environment, this is your chance to earn solid income while building a stable career in transportation.
About the Role
We're seeking commercial vehicle operators with 1–5 months of verifiable over-the-road experience to join our fleet. You'll operate company-maintained dry van tractors on consistent long-haul routes, earning industry-leading compensation and enjoying built-in home time every two weeks. This is a full-time position ideal for drivers ready to commit to a stable schedule and professional operation standards.
What You'll Do
- Operate commercial vehicles safely and legally across interstate highways
- Deliver freight on assigned routes, meeting customer deadlines and delivery windows
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report maintenance needs promptly
- Maintain accurate logbooks and comply with Department of Transportation regulations
- Communicate professionally with dispatch, customers, and company leadership
- Manage vehicle equipment responsibly to minimize wear and fuel waste
What We're Looking For
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement
- 1–5 months of verifiable over-the-road truck driving experience
- Clean driving record and willingness to pass DOT medical examination
- Ability to commit to a 12-days-out, 2-days-home schedule
- Strong safety focus and respect for federal and state transportation regulations
- Professional communication skills and reliability
Compensation & Benefits
Drivers earn 57–64 cents per mile based on experience, with an average of 2,000 miles per week. We guarantee a $1,500 weekly minimum pay and offer a $4,000 sign-on bonus. Top performers in our fleet earn $1,700 per week or more. Team driver positions are also available, with enhanced sign-on bonuses and per-mile rates; we help matched drivers connect with their team partners.
About U.S. Xpress
U.S. Xpress operates a modern, well-maintained fleet and prioritizes driver satisfaction, safety, and work-life balance. Our over-the-road program is designed for drivers who value consistent pay, home time, and professional growth.
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- 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
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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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- Role CDL-A Company Driver – 1-5mo EXP Required – OTR – Dry Van – $1.7k per week – U.S. Xpress – OTR
- Employer U.s. Xpress - OTR
- Location Tennerton, Upshur County
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $88,400/yr
- Posted June 10, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-01
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (357 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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- Dev.to — Porting Gemma-4 (2B / 4B / 12B) to AWS Inferentia2
- 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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