OTR drivers CDL A

Job Overview

Alabama is a vital area for some key customers of Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking. For drivers, that means we have some great opportunities out of Alabama, whether you're looking for frequent home time on a dedicated fleet or prefer regional or national OTR.

Salary:
Top 50% average $101,176 per year. CPM:
Starting pay $.66 to $.69 cpm.

Experience:

One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL.

We need safe, experienced drivers to meet the needs of our customers. Crete, Shaffer, and Hunt drivers are paid based on practical miles. This means drivers are paid for 3‑5 percent more total miles per year than companies that pay based on short route miles. Practical miles roll in faster now that we’ve raised our governed truck speed to 68 MPH on the cruise and 65 MPH on the pedal.

The most productive 50 percent of our Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking OTR drivers average more than $101,176 annually. That equates to over $1,945 weekly; $.66 to $.69 CPM. The top 50 percent of our Hunt Transportation drivers average $93,347 annually ($1,795 per week), with starting pay ranging from $0.65 to $0.68 per mile.

• Comprehensive and affordable health insurance
• 401k matching
• Profit‑sharing plan

Over the past 50 years, Crete Carrier has grown to one of the nation’s largest, privately owned trucking companies. With sister company Shaffer Trucking and wholly‑owned subsidiary Hunt Transportation, Crete Carrier Corporation operates as a truckload and flatbed carrier for virtually any commodity. Our drivers exceed the CSA score standards required by the US Department of Transportation. We are a Leading Pay Plus Carrier with industry‑leading benefits that include health insurance, dental, vision, life, 401K, and a profit‑sharing program.

Because of this, drivers typically stay with us three times longer than the competition. Some area restrictions apply.