CDL A OTR Truck Drivers

Job Description Job Description Wooster Motor Ways is hiring a dependable, safety-first Company Driver to haul freight across our regional lanes. We offer steady miles, a team that looks out for you, and a clear pay structure that rewards safe, experienced drivers. PAY COMPENSATION Mileage Pay (based on verifiable experience) Starting rate (0-2 years) — $0.54 per mile Experienced rate (2+ years) — $0.56 per mile Quarterly safety bonus — +$0.04 per mile Total with safety bonus — Up to $0.60 per mile Mileage is calculated on practical Zip-to-Zip miles (not hub miles). Pay increases take effect the week following your hire date anniversary. Dry Van – OTR Freight Type: Dry freight only Routes: OTR, traveling 400–500 miles from Wooster, OH Restrictions: No East Coast lanes, no long-haul lines, no touch freight Compensation: $1,350 minimum potential per week, with opportunity to earn more Benefits: Paid orientation Weekly home time $1,000 transitional bonus paid over first 2 weeks Additional Pay for all Driver Types Additional stop pay Short haul loads Detention Driver unload / assist unload HazMat loads Holiday pay Trailer spotting / extra drop hook Breakdown pay Other Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan Paid vacation: 1 week after 6 months of employment 1 additional week after 12 months 3 weeks after 7 years 4 weeks after 15 years 8 paid holidays per year WMW covers the full cost of your initial HazMat certification All hourly work paid as straight time Weight ticket reimbursements at face value Equipment: Our International LT trucks come fully equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, TV, premium driver's seat, and an auxiliary power unit (APU) for your comfort on the road. WHAT YOU'LL DO Operate Class A tractor-trailers to transport freight, general commodities, and specialized cargo. Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections; report defects, accidents, or violations promptly. Load, secure, and inspect cargo; follow special handling procedures for hazmat or temperature-sensitive freight. Maintain accurate HOS logs and all required DOT/FMCSA documentation. Verify bills of lading, collect signatures/receipts, and ensure all paperwork is complete and correct. Plan routes and schedules to meet pickup and delivery windows. Perform basic vehicle maintenance (fluids, minor repairs); keep trailer clean and ready. REQUIREMENTS Valid Class A CDL — required. HazMat endorsement preferred not required. High School Diploma or GED. TWIC card preferred not required. Must pass and maintain all DOT/FMCSA physical requirements. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Reliable, accountable, and safety-conscious — you take this job seriously. Strong time management — you plan ahead and meet your windows. Clear communicator — professional with customers and easy to reach by dispatch. Team player — respectful, cooperative, and positive on the road and in the yard. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.