- Company: U.S. Xpress - OTR
- Location: Mertzon, Texas
- Salary: $1,200–$1,730/wk
U.S. Xpress - OTR at a glance
joinusxpress.comCDL-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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Working in Mertzon, Texas
🇺🇸 Relocation safety for US: Exercise Normal Caution — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
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
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- 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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