CDL-A Company Truck Driver
CDL-A Company Truck Driver
Weekly home time hauling dry freight on regional and OTR lanes with no-touch freight, paid orientation, a $1,000 transitional bonus, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and equipped International LT trucks.
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 – Regional & OTR
Freight Type: Dry freight only
Routes: Regional and 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
Propane/Butane – Company Driver Pay Scale
- 30% of Line Haul Revenue
Pneumatic Drivers – Local, Regional & OTR
Freight Type: Powdered cement
Local Routes: Home daily | Average pay $1,300–$1,600 per week
Regional Routes: Home every weekend | Average pay $1,500–$2,200 per week
OTR Routes: Home every weekend | Competitive pay
Benefits: Daily or weekend home time depending on route, stable freight, and professional work environment
- Starting Compensation: 25% of Line Haul
- 90 day Increase to: 28% of Line Haul
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.