CDL-A Local Truck Drivers - Houston, TX

CDL-A Local Truck Drivers - Houston, TX


Company
United Petroleum Transports
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
We are currently searching for Company Drivers for our terminal in Houston, TX!

Requirements:
• Minimum 22 Years of Age
• Hazmat and Tanker Required
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• 6 months of verifiable Class A tanker experience within the past 2 years, OR 1 year of verifiable Class A tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years
• All Military service driving experience will be considered, in accordance with DD214 and accompanied by the MOS record sheet or a letter of recommendation by the Commanding Officer.
• Must be able to pass Urine AND Hair Follicle Test
• No SAP Program members or graduates

We Offer:
• Average $82,000 Annually
• Local: Home Every Day/Night
• $1,000 Referral Bonus
• Additional Rack Card Bonus Available
• Tanker/Hazmat Reimbursement Available
• Flexible Schedule
• Free Recertification Physicals & Hazmat Renewals
• Uniforms Provided
• Quarterly Safety Bonus
• 401K with Company Contributions
• Paid Orientation and Tanker Training
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

CDL-A Company Driver Opportunities in Houston, TX

The top Company Drivers for United Petroleum Transports in the Houston area earn average of $82,000 per year. Our top-of-the-line fleet consists of Freightliners, Kenworths and Macks. At UPT, your career path is already paved with frequent opportunities for promotion. Apply today and start your journey on the road to success with UPT.

You can earn more every year with our Driver Career Path. As you gain experience, you progress to higher levels and increase your earnings:
• C1
• C2
• Senior
• Master
• Senior Master
• Grand Master
• Grand Master - 7 Years
• Grand Master - 10 Years
• Grand Master - 15 Years

Founded in 1966 in Oklahoma, United Petroleum Transports provide transport services to large oil companies, convenience store operators and petroleum marketers. While refined petroleum products are the primary products UPT transports, we also haul complementary products such as asphalt, lube oils, and petrochemicals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What is the federal minimum wage for commercial truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers in United States is $7.25 per hour as of January 2026. Drivers must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Q What work visa is required for non-US citizens to work as truck drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per USCIS, non-citizens need an employment-based visa such as H-2B for temporary non-agricultural work or EB-3 for permanent roles to work legally as drivers. Applications require a certified labor condition application and must be filed before the October 1, 2026 fiscal year start for H visas.
Q What experience and license are needed to qualify for entry-level driver jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A or B plus at least 1 year of verifiable driving experience within the last 3 years for most interstate roles. No formal education beyond a high school diploma is required for standard positions.
Q What documents are required to apply for driver positions through official US government channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a completed I-9 form, valid CDL, Social Security card, and driving record from the state DMV dated within 30 days. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are mandatory for hazmat endorsements.
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