Tractor Trailer Driver - Sign-on Bonus (LOUISVILLE)

Coverage Tractor Trailer Driver

Receive a $5000 bonus and join a great team. Drivers begin their UPS driving careers as a Coverage Tractor Trailer driver supporting transportation needs. Drivers in this role support transportation operations and may include local solo routes, long haul trips with nightly returns, on property shifting, or sleeper team assignments. Flexibility in adjusting to various assignments is essential. As seniority increases, you’ll have the opportunity to bid a route.

What you’ll need?

• Ability to report to the facility within one hour of being notified

• Availability for days, nights, and weekends, with duties ranging from local routes to long haul trips lasting 4–6 days
• Valid Class A CDL in your home state

• Doubles/Triples endorsement
• No “O” restriction – Must be able to operate a Class A tractor-trailer using a fifth-wheel connection
• Ability to couple a trailer
• Satisfactory driving history
• Pass the DOT physical
• Successful completion of the UPS driver test
• Reliability and responsibility

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Compliance with UPS appearance guidelines and wearing the company-provided uniform

Industry-Leading Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• $5,000 bonus
  • 60 days: $2,500
  • 90 days: $2,500
• Growth opportunities
• Reliable, well-maintained trucks
• Loading and unloading handled for you
• 401(k)
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Medical, dental, and vision after waiting period
  • $0 healthcare premium
• Paid vacation
• Paid Sick and Family and Medical Leave time as required by law
• Paid holidays
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance Program

This job posting includes information about the minimum qualifications (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines), locations, shifts and operations within the locations which may consider your application. An applicant or employee may request an exception or change to, or an accommodation of, any condition of employment (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines) because of a sincerely held religious belief or practice.

The temporary seasonal payrate for this position is $34/hour effective until January 16, 2027. At that time, the pay rate will revert to $26/hour.

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.