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DRIVE FOR GROUND UP CARRIERS
Become a part of the fleet that keeps America rolling. We’re proud to say that Ground Up Xpress Lines is one of the best places for truck drivers to work in the country. When you become a driver for Ground Up Xpress Lines, you can earn a living while seeing the beauty of the country from right outside your window. Whether you’re a new driver who needs CDL training or a more experienced driver we encourage you to become a part of the Ground Up Xpress Line’s family.
Why Join Us
Employees Matter
We know that our company's greatness comes from our employees. In the same way that you support us to be our best, we support you to be your best. From warehouse staff to contracted drivers, we lookout for all of our crew.
Top Level Benefits
From great health benefits and flexible scheduling, we provide what you need to feel great about going to work. Competitive benefits packages are just the start. Let's talk today about how being a part of our company can take you to the next level.
High Standards
Sure, we have high standards for our employees, but we have high standards for ourselves, too! We want to be a company that you are proud to be a part of. We pride ourselves on making ethical choices the center of our business plan
PROSPECTIVE TRUCK DRIVER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS
Ground Up Xpress Lines was truly built from the ground up - one truck, one trailer, one driver. Now we are looking up to scale up the company and we are always on the lookout for tough, dedicated drivers to join our team. If you are ready to take on a new kind of dry van, refrigerated, flatbed, and intermodal freight driving job, whether is local, regional or OTR continue reading to find out if you have what it takes to join the team at Ground Up Xpress Lines.
Pay and Benefits
The average truck driver salary at Ground Up Xpress Lines reaches $75,000 or more each year with our comprehensive pay and benefits package. If you run your clock efficiently and hit your on-time deliveries, the top 25% of our fleet is taking home $95,000 per year. In addition to our starting linehaul base rate of 25%, we offer additional transition and referral incentives, detention and accessorial pay, and individual performance and safety incentives.
DRIVER REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Given the involved nature of our freight and of the flatbed truck driving industry, Ground Up Xpress Lines requires the following qualifications for drivers looking to send in an application:
- At least 23 years of age
- Valid medical certificate
- Class A CDL
- Have a verifiable work history and references
- Be able to obtain U.S. Passport, TWIC Card and Hazmat Endorsement
- Have an acceptable motor vehicle record
- 2+ years of verifiable over-the-road (OTR) trucking experience
- No DOT-recordable/preventable accident in past 12 months
- No DUI
- Must be able to meet minimum medical qualifications set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
For those who do not have their Class A CDL or the required number of years for OTR driving experience, we sincerely thank you for your initial interest in driving with us. We would be more than happy to receive or reconsider your driver application once each of the initial requirements above have been met.
We're Hiring!
Join Our Hardworking Team
Looking for great drivers for full-time, dedicated positions that are ready to make a difference!
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