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Company Truck Driver – OTR

U.S. Xpress - OTR · Richlands, Tazewell County

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Interview prep

Expect practical safety and lifestyle questions: HOS and fatigue, handling weather or breakdowns, communication with dispatch, and readiness for OTR time away from home. Ask how U.S. Xpress - OTR assigns freight, home-time patterns, and equipment standards. Cite only what recruiters confirm—not third-party pay or review sites.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you want company OTR work with a large trucking brand and can sustain multi-day runs, routine inspections, and dispatch-driven schedules. Weaker fit if you need fixed local hours or remote office work (this listing is not remote).

Day in the role

As a Company Truck Driver – OTR for U.S. Xpress - OTR, a typical stretch centers on long-haul freight rather than local day cab work. Days often mean pre-trip inspection, HOS-compliant driving, fuel and rest stops, safe loading/unloading coordination, and electronic logs and dispatch updates while living out of the truck for multi-day or multi-week runs. Company-driver status usually means operating carrier equipment on assigned loads, with home time and routes set by the fleet’s OTR network—not by inventing fixed schedules beyond what the role title implies.

Skills to emphasize

Useful strengths for this OTR company-driver role include safe highway driving, HOS discipline, basic mechanical awareness for pre-trips, clear radio/phone communication with dispatch, and comfort with ELDs and route/app tools. No cert family or priced training resources were supplied in the data set; do not assume CDL or endorsement costs here.

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing is for a Company Truck Driver – OTR with remote set to off; work is on the road for U.S. Xpress - OTR.

What does “company” OTR mean here?

It points to driving as a company driver for the carrier’s OTR operation rather than a generic office job—long-haul freight under U.S. Xpress - OTR branding.

Where can I verify the company online?

Start with www.xpress.com/en and the sign-in portal at usxintranet.usxpress.com; confirm pay, home time, and requirements only with the employer.

Company facts (cached)

Website: usxintranet.usxpress.com

Public cache only — not an employee review.

Role overview (listing rewrite)

Truck Driver Company - 1-5mo EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - $1.7k per week - U.S. Xpress - OTR Role Overview U.S. Xpress - OTR is seeking experienced solo over-the-road (OTR) CDL-A truck drivers to join their team in Richlands, Tazewell County. Drivers will earn a weekly minimum pay of $1,500 and have the potential to reach up to $1,700 per week based on performance. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Pickup and delivery of dry van cargo across the U.S. Maintain accurate logs and records as required by regulations. Ensure safe driving practices at all times to prevent accidents. Adhere to company policies, safety guidelines, and DOT regulations. Qualifications 1-5 years of OTR driving experience is preferred but not required. Hazmat certification is a plus. A valid CDL-A license with appropriate endorsements. Good physical condition and ability to lift up to 70 pounds. Working at U.S. Xpress - OTR As a solo driver, you can expect an average of 2,000 miles per week with the potential for higher earnings based on performance. The company offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus to new hires and guarantees a weekly minimum pay of $1,500. Top 20% of drivers earn up to $1,700 per week. For team drivers, the sign-on bonus is $10,000 split between two drivers with an average of 5,500 miles per week. Starting pay is competitive at $0.72 - $0.80 CPM (cents per mile), and teams can earn up to $260,000 annually on average, with the potential for top teams earning over $300,000. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. Please ensure all required information is accurate and up-to-date for a smoother application process.

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