OTR Driver Position with Open Deck Freight Opportunities
Jobs
Transport
Eastern Shore
Daily Express is currently hiring OTR Drivers, including Owner Operators and Company Drivers, to secure and transport large machinery and heavy equipment. Our fleet offers opportunities for Owner Operators, Company Drivers, and Lease Purchase Drivers using 3- and 4-axle trailers for open deck freight such as wind turbines and mining equipment. Drivers receive competitive compensation including Paid Tolls, Tarping Pay, and Referral Bonuses.
Company Drivers at Daily Express can park near their home on their day off and have seven consecutive days on the road. With weekly payments, Company Drivers earn an average of $85,000 per year along with benefits such as Paid Vacation, Health Insurance, and 401K. Additional perks include Safety Bonus, Detention Pay, Layover Pay, and Multi-Stop Pay. Owner Operators enjoy even higher average earnings at $275,000 per year, along with benefits like Paid Permits, Liability and Cargo Insurance, Detention Pay, Multi Stop Pay, and 100% Fuel Surcharge.
Minimum requirements for all drivers include being at least 23 years of age, holding a Class A CDL, having at least 1 year of OTR experience, 6 months of open deck experience, and ELD compliant tractors. Additional requirements for Company Drivers include no more than 3 Recordable/Preventable Accidents, no alcohol convictions in the last 10 years, and no drug convictions/issues in the last 5 years.
Daily Express has been a leader in heavy haul and specialized transportation services since 1931, offering an open deck freight network that allows drivers to grow in their careers. Company Drivers can work towards becoming Lease Purchase Drivers and eventually Owner Operators by taking advantage of the opportunities available at Daily Express.