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Over-the-Road (OTR) Van Truckload truck driver

Top drivers earn up to $78,000 | Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus

 Company-paid CDL training available

Average pay:
$1,060 - $1,300 weekly
Home time:
Every other week
Experience:
All CDL holders
Job ID:
240923
Company-paid CDL training:

CDL apprenticeship

Overview

  • Predictable power lanes with a high volume of freight.
  • Consistent freight allows for maximum drive time and less down time.
  • Dispatched in advance, allowing for improved planning.
  • 95% no-touch, mostly drop-and-hook freight.
  • Drive within the Eastern 37 states.

Pay and bonus potential

  • Mileage pay, plus hourly pay while on duty, not driving.
  • At least $1,000 in weekly guarantee pay during your first 180 days at Schneider.
  • An additional $.11 per mile, based on your productivity and performance.
  • $10,000 sign-on bonus paid over 12 monthly payments in your first year for experienced drivers.
  • $7,500 sign-on bonus paid over 12 monthly payments in your first year for inexperienced drivers.
  • Eligible for an annual bonus of up to 2% of annual gross pay.
  • Paid orientation.
  • Paid time off after 6 months, plus 6 days of holiday pay per year.

Qualifications

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • Valid Commercial Learner’s Permit (if interested in company-paid CDL training).
  • HazMat endorsement preferred.
  • Passport, FAST card or Enhanced CDL opens more opportunities.

Need CDL training? Explore our company-paid CDL training programs or call us at 800-447-7433, and we can talk you through it.

Additional benefits

  • Inexperienced drivers are given a coach to help them be successful during their transition from orientation to full-time driving.
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match.
  • Unlimited referral bonuses.
  • Company-paid CDL training options: tuition reimbursement ($250/month) or CDL Apprenticeship Training (paid five-to-six week training at a Schneider facility).
  • Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship programs, plus more military benefits.
  • Leading equipment and technology specs designed for driver comfort.
  • See full list of driver benefit package.

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