CDL Class A Driver - Company Team Driver

CDL Class A Driver - Company Team Driver


Company
ROCKET TURTLE TRUCKING LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
3K–4.5K a week
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter

Job Description
About Us
At Rocket Turtle Trucking, we’re building a driver-first fleet. Our team comes from backgrounds as drivers, owner-operators, and dispatchers, so we know what it takes to keep drivers moving. We provide 24/7 in-house dispatch, top safety standards, and the support you need to run hard and get home.

The Role

Team up and run OTR together. As a Team Driver, you’ll enjoy higher weekly earnings, steady freight, and a schedule that lets you maximize your time on the road. Work together to cover long distances safely while keeping deliveries on schedule.

What You’ll Do
• Operate late-model Freightliner Trucks (2023–2026) hauling 53’ dry van freight nationwide
• Share driving responsibilities with your co-driver while maintaining safe delivery schedules
• Conduct pre/post-trip inspections and maintain accurate ELD logs
• Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding load status or equipment issues
• Uphold Rocket Turtle’s safety and professionalism standards

Pay & Earnings
• $0.75 – $0.80 CPM per team setup
• Or 30% – 33% of gross per team
• 14,000–16,000+ weekly gross per team
• Weekly direct deposit — every Friday
• Steady high-mile routes for both drivers

Requirements
• Valid Class A CDL for both drivers
• Minimum 1 year OTR experience
• Strong safety record — no major violations in past 3 years
• Reliable, self-sufficient, and able to work as a team
• Basic English communication required

Benefits
• No forced dispatch
• Layover pay and detention pay
• Referral bonus program
• Home Time: 3 weeks out / 3 days home
• Pets and passengers allowed
• Steady miles with minimal downtime
• 24/7 dispatcher support
• Lease-to-own truck program available

Apply Today

If you and your co-driver are ready to run strong miles, earn high weekly pay, and enjoy a driver-first environment, call or text: +1 (689) 358-2107 to get started.

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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.
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Q What experience and license are needed to qualify for entry-level driver jobs in the United States?
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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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