CDL A Solo OTR Truck Drivers

Job Overview DSL Express and partners are hiring Class A CDL Solo OTR Truck Drivers for OTR and Teams to run our modernized fleet. We require company drivers with 2+ years of experience and a decent MVR/PSP score. We are hiring rightaway, seeking drivers from Ohio and the Springfield, OH area (and other states). Our nationwide OTR routes mean location is flexible. Pay is respectable; even low‑performing full‑time drivers earn at least $104,000 per year, with higher earnings for higher performance. Typical Pay Highlights 30% line haul + bonuses (most popular for solos) $1,900–$2,400 weekly average + bonuses Or switch anytime to mileage pay Up to 60¢ (automatic drivers) Up to 65¢ (manual drivers) Well over $104,000+ per year on percentage (up to $145k top end) No forced dispatch Pay Details Pay is performance based. We offer 30% of gross in percentage pay, with the option to switch to mileage pay anytime. Full‑time drivers typically earn $1,900–$2,400 per week during slow season and $2,100–$2,400 during peak, with occasional highs exceeding $2,700. Our data shows 87% of drivers chose percentage pay in 2025, and top performers earned up to $145,000. Preferred Percentage Based Solo Driver Pay Up to 30% line haul plus bonuses Average pay in slow season: $1,900–$2,100, rare best weeks about $2,400, rare slow weeks $1,500 Average pay in peak season: $2,100–$2,400, rare best weeks about $2,700, rare slow weeks $1,900 Average miles: 2,000–2,500 in slow, up to ~3,000 in busy; reduces mileage on percentage to save fuel Standard Miles Based Solo Driver Pay Option to switch anytime to up to 60¢ plus bonuses, up to 65¢ for manual drivers Average miles per week: 2,500–3,600 Gross income: roughly $1,600–$2,400 per week (automatic lower) Team Driver Pay (Miles Based Pay Only) Up to 75¢ per mile plus bonuses Average miles: 5,500–7,000 per week Gross income: $4,100–$5,200 total split; $2,000–$2,600 per team driver per week Note: This is not a team market currently; solos on percentage generally do better Job Description Must have Class A CDL. Additional endorsements are a bonus. Must have 2+ years CDL experience. Must have a clean MVR and reasonable PSP. Dry van and referral work available. No‑touch freight. Location is flexible. Unlimited miles within ELD compliance; we encourage reduced miles on percentage for safety and profitability. Driver Requirements OTR truck driving is demanding; must be healthy and willing to work. Minimum 2 years of driving experience. Valid CDL Class A without pending suspensions. Must be able to work with modern ELD systems. Must pass a drug test; no acceptances. Valid medical card issued. Stable work history and good references. No more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents in the last 3 years. No failed or refused drug or alcohol test in the last 4 years. No DWI/DUI/BAC convictions in the last 4 years. No reckless driving convictions in the last 3 years. No license suspension for points or unpaid tickets in the last 3 years. No more than 2 moving violations in the last year. Must provide at least 3 years of work history; non‑driving work history for past 3 years will be verified. Perks No forced dispatch. Modern trucks, mostly automatic, some manuals; fridges and inverters stocked. Can take trucks home on hometime; parking options provided. Dedicated dispatcher assigned. 24/7 dispatch support. No touch freight. Weekly direct deposit. Flexible and good home time. Fuel cards and EZ passes provided. Less miles to make more on percentage. More time for deliveries on percentage. #J-18808-Ljbffr MBOzaak