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 minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Q What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
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Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
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Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
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