OTR CDL-A Truck Driver Job (Earn Top Pay / Consistent Miles)

OTR CDL-A Truck Driver Job (Earn Top Pay / Consistent Miles)


Company
US Xpress
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
CDL-A Truck Drivers: GREAT ROUTES AVAILABLE! Top Pay & Benefits OTR Drivers: Average 2,000+ miles per week. Bonuses may be available. Count on consistent miles and paycheck with flexible home time that works for you.Regional Opportunities: Drive regional and earn strong pay and dependable miles with the confidence of knowing you'll be home every week. Average 1,500 - 2,000+ miles per week. Bonuses may be available.Dedicated Routes: Drive dedicated and enjoy reliable schedules, predictable pay, and consistent routes. Earn up to $70,000 or more annually. Bonuses may be available.Team Drivers: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus /split with an average of 5,000 miles per week! $0.72 -$0.80 CPM split starting pay Teams take home an average of $225,000 per year . Don't have a team partner? We will help you find the right partner with our Team Match program. Or make your own team. Now's the time to bring on a family member or friend to be your teammate on the road.Benefits: Company Drivers: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance with prescription benefits for employees and dependents 401(k) Match Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Accident Insurance Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage Health Care and Flexible Spending Accounts Stock Purchase Plan Employee Assistance Program 24/7 Driver Support Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance Paid Orientation Home Times vary by location and route with this truck driving job Qualifications: Must have Class A License (CDL A) and 21 years or older. Must have 3 months of verifiable experience No more than 1 CMV on-road preventable accident in the last 2 years. No major CMV preventable accidents in the last 5 years. No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years. No DUI/DWI within the past 5 years, or 10 years if the offense occurred while holding a CDL. Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug test. No drug related conviction within the past 5 years, or 10 years if the offense occurred while holding a CDL. No positive/refused tests in the past 10 years with CDL-A/CLP. SAP drivers are not eligible for hire. Call or apply online!

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
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The U.S. Department of Labor sets the standard workweek at 40 hours with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate required after that threshold in 2026. Welders on federal contracts receive double time for hours over 48 in a workweek. Paid sick leave of up to 56 hours annually applies under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions.
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics states a high school diploma plus 6-12 months of postsecondary welding training or apprenticeship is required for 2026 entry-level positions. Three years of documented experience is mandatory for structural welding roles under AWS D1.1 standards referenced by DOL. Certification in SMAW or GMAW processes must be completed before hire.
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