CDL A Truck Driver Job - Western US

Company: Heartland Express
Location: Silver City
Posted on: February 11, 2025

Job Description:

Heartland Express is an award winning industry leader for on time service. We hire the the best drivers in the industry. Our drivers are some of safest, most experienced drivers on the road today. We're looking for drivers to join our fleet to help us service some of the top shippers in America. Join our team and know you're amongst the best the industry has to offer! Job Details for running OTR in western US:

• Average Weekly Pay: $1,307 a week (Top Earner made $1,940 per week)
• Average Miles: 2,300+ per week
• Home expectations - every other week
• Annual Pay range - $67,000 to $100,000 Driver Pay Protection Plan - Your safety net for when things beyond your control happen.
  • Drivers will earn a minimum of $1,250 per week (subject to qualification)
  • This equals $65,000 annually minimum pay
  • 80% of our driver earn more than this - a lot more Driver Bonuses include
    • Additional $.05 per mile in the Green Zone
    • Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus
    • Additional $.01 on all miles for Hazmat endorsement (not required) Benefits of Joining Heartland Express:
      • MANUAL TRUCKS AVAILABLE
      • Latest Kenworth, Freightliner and International Tractors
      • We buy new and keep it while under warrantee to have better uptime for you to keep rolling.
      • We have shops across the country to service your truck
      • Our trucks run 68 MPH
      • 20 Years of Driving Experience Recognized and Rewarded - More Experience Earns More!
      • Scheduled Wage Increases for up to 20 Years Experience
      • All Dry Van Freight
      • 48 State Operating Area
      • Drop and Hook
      • No Touch Freight
      • Paid Orientation/Training
      • Detention/Breakdown Pay - $16 per hour
      • Newly Remodeled Coast-to-Coast Terminal Facilities
      • Clean Driver Facilities -
      • Free Showers
      • Free Laundry
      • TV, Food and much more
      • Driver Appreciation events at all our terminals throughout the year with food, prizes, and giveaways, with management and vendors there to get our driver's feedback and show that our driver are who really makes Heartland Express what we are.
      • Assigned Driver Manager who will help you and Heartland be a success Heartland Express is committed to success for our drivers, employees, and customers. We have been around for over 45 years as one of the most profitable companies in the industry. We are here for you now and in the future. You will have a place to call home, a family to help you achieve your goals, and a place you can be proud to be a part of. Give us a call at (800) 441-4953. Apply today to join our team! Pay Range: 67000.00-100000.00 per_year, General Benefits: Full Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage Care packages with prescription benefits (Single, Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Family). Flex Spending accounts. 401(k) with company match, Paid Vacation, Driver Bonuses - Additional $.01 to $.03 per mile Safety Bonus and Additional $.01 on all miles for Hazmat endorsement (not required). Paid Orientation/Training Qualifications:
        • Class A CDL
        • 12 months of tractor-trailer driving experience (training available)
        • 21 Years of Age
        • Good work history and MVR
        • Safety First Attitude, With a Proven Driving Record

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