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
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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.
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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