- Company: U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location: Mertzon, Texas
- Salary: $1,200–$1,730/wk
U.S. Xpress - OTR at a glance
joinusxpress.comU.S. Xpress hires CDL-A company drivers for over-the-road (OTR) freight. Industry coverage notes the carrier has reorganized with more emphasis on contract business (Journal of Commerce). Related equipment sales appear under U.S. Xpress Truck Sales.
CDL-A Company Driver - OTR
What This Role Involves
The role of a Class A CDL Company Driver at U.S. Xpress - OTR in Mertzon, Texas involves operating dry van trucks on long-haul routes. Drivers will be responsible for safely transporting goods across the United States and adhering to strict schedules.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate company-owned dry van trucks on over-the-road (OTR) routes
- Ensure timely delivery of cargo while maintaining safety standards
- Adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations regarding commercial trucking
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries and mileage
- Communicate regularly with dispatch for route updates and customer notifications
What You Bring
- A minimum of 1 to 5 months of experience as a Class A CDL holder
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Good physical condition, including the ability to lift up to 70 pounds and climb into the truck cab
- Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and dispatchers
- A clean driving record without any major violations in the past three years
About U.S. Xpress - OTR
U.S. Xpress - OTR offers competitive pay, a variety of routes, and a supportive company culture for its drivers. Solo OTR CDL-A Truck Drivers can earn between $1,200 to $1,730 per week, with the top 20% earning up to $1,725 weekly. The average annual earnings are around $83,200 for solo drivers and $260,000 for team drivers. U.S. Xpress - OTR provides a sign-on bonus of $7,500 for solo drivers and $10,000 for team drivers.
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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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Recent news
- Density, data, digital: US Xpress’ secrets to high asset utilization - Trucking Dive
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Working in Mertzon, Texas
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Texas is the most populous state in the Southern United States. It borders the American states of Louisiana to the east, Arkansas to the northeast, Oklahoma to the north, and New Mexico to the west. To the south and southwest, it has an international border with the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas, along a natural boundary formed by the Rio Grande. Texas has a coa
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.6% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 187,000 — 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
Unemployment rate in Texas: 4.3% — via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cost of living in Texas: 2.9% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Texas: $7.25/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Texas: $71,814 — via FRED
Home prices in Texas (year over year): +1.2% — via FRED
Median household income in Irion County: $58,125 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Irion County: 25 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Irion County: Drove Alone (79%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Irion County: 83% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Walkability: Below average walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,049/mo · $1,339/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
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Build the skills for this role
- Valid Class A CDL and clean/safe driving record
- Hours-of-service and ELD compliance
- Pre-/post-trip inspection and basic trailer work
- Dispatch communication and on-time delivery habits
- Why OTR company driving vs. local or lease-purchase
- Safety record, accidents, and violations history
- Comfort with multi-day runs and home-time expectations
- Questions on equipment age, routes, and pay structure (ask the recruiter—figures not in DATA)
Watch & learn
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Best fit if you hold a CDL-A, prefer company OTR miles with U.S. Xpress hiring channels, and can base from West Texas (Mertzon / Irion County). Thin public DATA on culture and pay—verify details on joinusxpress.com.
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Listing facts
- Role CDL-A Company Driver – OTR
- Employer U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location Mertzon, Texas
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $1,200–$1,730/wk
- Posted July 28, 2026
- Apply by August 28, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (302 words)
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