- Company: U.S. Xpress - Dedicated
- Location: Colchester, Connecticut
- Salary: $1,500/wk
U.S. Xpress - Dedicated at a glance
usxpressdedicated.comSEC filings mentioning "U.S. Xpress - Dedicated": 6 — search EDGAR
U.S. Xpress is a U.S. truckload carrier headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and a Knight-Swift subsidiary since 2023. Its dedicated unit runs assigned freight for shippers; recent coverage includes leadership changes in dedicated, a turnaround under Knight, contractor program launches, and workforce cuts tied to a lower truck count.
569 Wikipedia views in July 2026 — a rough gauge of public visibility.
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CDL-A Company Driver - Dedicated
Colchester, Connecticut
Full Time - No Remote
The Opportunity
We are seeking experienced Class A CDL Company Drivers for our dedicated fleet at U.S. Xpress - Dedicated in Colchester, Connecticut. This role offers a competitive pay package with a $1.5k weekly bonus and a sign-on bonus of $2,500 to welcome you aboard. Our drivers enjoy home weekly routes delivering to NY, NJ, PA, CT, MA, RI, NH, VT, ME, and Long Island.
Key responsibilities include:
- Safe operation of dry van trailers
- Accurate documentation of deliveries and miles driven
- Punctual adherence to delivery schedules
- Maintaining a clean vehicle at all times
Core Duties
The core duties of this position include:
- Operating dry van trailers in a safe and efficient manner
- Accurately documenting deliveries, miles driven, and other relevant information
- Maintaining punctuality to ensure timely delivery schedules are met
- Ensuring the vehicle is clean and well-maintained at all times
- Adhering to company policies and procedures
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must:
- Hold a valid Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements <li(Have 1-5 months of driving experience)
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be able to work independently while following company guidelines
- Have a clean driving record free from major violations in the past three years
Working at U.S. Xpress - Dedicated
At U.S. Xpress - Dedicated, you'll experience:
- Consistent miles and home weekly routes for work-life balance
- No touch freight to simplify your job
- 24/7 driver support to ensure a smooth operation
- Paid vacation time to recharge and rejuvenate
- A reliable route network spanning multiple states in the northeast United States
Ready to Apply?
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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.
Explore U.S. Xpress - Dedicated online
What people say about U.S. Xpress - Dedicated
- "The Market for Martyrs" (Iannaccone 2003)
- Google Works on Launching Retail Stores
- Ask HN: Who is hiring? (June 2026)
- Lead Bullets
Recent news
- U.S. Xpress Launches Independent Contractor Program - Heavy Duty Trucking
- U.S. Xpress enacts broad layoffs amid ‘reduced truck count’ - Chattanooga Times Free Press
- Knight Transforming U.S. Xpress: Notable 5-Point Turnaround - Tank Transport
- US Xpress names new president of dedicated - Trucking Dive
- U.S. Xpress Announces Record Pay Hikes - Heavy Duty Trucking
Aggregated from public discussions and news; opinions are the authors’ own.
Working in Colchester, Connecticut
🇺🇸 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: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 197,000 — 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
- Valid Class A CDL and clean, hireable MVR
- Hours-of-service, ELD, and basic trip inspection discipline
- Drop-and-hook, securement, and customer-gate etiquette on dedicated stops
- Clear radio/app updates with dedicated dispatch
- Why dedicated (predictable freight) vs pure OTR
- How you manage HOS, fatigue, and weather on tight appointments
- Example of a safety call you made even under delivery pressure
- What home-time and route pattern you need to stay long-term
Strong match if you want company-driver dedicated work with assigned freight rather than load boards. Thinner fit if you need guaranteed pay figures, remote work, or office career tracks—this posting is seat time for a large dedicated truckload brand.
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Listing facts
- Role CDL-A Company Driver – Dedicated
- Employer U.S. Xpress - Dedicated
- Location Colchester, Connecticut
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $1,500/wk
- Posted August 1, 2026
- Apply by August 31, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (334 words)
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- Hacker News — "The Market for Martyrs" (Iannaccone 2003)
- Hacker News — Google Works on Launching Retail Stores
- Hacker News — Ask HN: Who is hiring? (June 2026)
- Hacker News — Lead Bullets
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