IMPORTANT NOTE: We get a lots of applicants – some days, too many. We need “A” stringers! Division 1 players. The market is bad and a lot of guys are looking to us to help save their livelihoods. By the end of this bad market swing we very well may be one of the few medium sized carriers left standing. If you need a decent job, we can help but; we are saying this right now: We don’t want unsafe drivers! We don’t want guys who will sit around and miss stops continually. We don’t want guys who are lazy and sit at truck stops all day. This wont be tolerated! If you are motivated and can run and are a good, honest, hard working honorable person, then we have a place for you – APPLY NOW! Otherwise, consider the Schneider’s of the world. This job is demanding and as long as you’re a professional, we have a place for you. We take this business seriously and we want serious drivers who will do the job to the best of their ability each and every day while on duty. What you make is directly related to your performance and its entirely up to you how well you do. Thank you kindly, DSL Express Recruiting Manager.
About the Job: DSL Express is now hiring OTR CDL Class A Single/Team Drivers! Company drivers with 2+ yrs of experience and a decent MVR/PSP score. Position available ASAP.
Regions: Lower 48 with primary focus is on Midwest, east, southeast, south, southwest and west regions. 100% Optional High paying Canadian loads are offered to qualified applicants. Dry Van and Refer available.
Estimated Gross Earnings: between $115,000 to $145,000 per year per driver for drivers who drive year around.
EDIT: Solo drivers now have option to drive for 30% gross line haul or by the mile. Drive less, make more.
- Solo Drivers: Up to 60 cents per mile (65 for manual) plus bonuses (Depends on experience, CSA, PSP, Driving Record Ect).
- Team Drivers: Up to 75 cents per mile plus bonuses (Depends on experience, CSA, PSP, Driving Record Ect).
* May consider a bit more is driving manual or after proving yourself.
What makes our company different?
- First and foremost, we are NOT a mega-carrier! You won’t get lost in the mix!!
- We have been in business nearly 20 years and we’ve seen it all. Experienced!!
- We have multiple offices in the US covering East, Midwest and West regions.
- We have 24 hour dispatch with 2nd and 3rd shift guys in 3 offices. Real guys all night.
- We keep our equipment in top shape! We have built in mechanic shops at the Chicago and Vegas depots.
- We have large Warehouses in Chicago and Vegas to accommodate drop and hooks.
- We do dedicated freight with Chicago area companies on a regular basis.
- We care about drivers. We have simple amenities for drivers that make a difference. Full Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, Showers, Lounge available at Chicago and Vegas Offices.
- We pride ourselves on your relationship with 4 other Chicago area Carriers. We are all family and help each other out. Mega carrier resources without being a mega carrier!
Perks:
- No forced dispatch!
- 24/7 Dispatch to help you out.
- No Touch Freight.
- Weekly Direct Deposit!
- Fuel Cards and Permits!
- EZ-passes provided.
- Professional Dispatch Teams with 24 hour support!
- Professional Dispatch Teams keep you moving!
- You are assigned a dedicated dispatcher who will get to know you!
Job Description:
- Must have Class A CDL. Additional Endorsements a bonus.
- Must Have 2+ yrs CDL Exp.
- Must Have Clean MVR and reasonable PSP report.
- Dry Vans or Refer work available!
- All No Touch Freight.. Some Drop and Hook!
- Doesn’t matter where you live.
- We offer Unlimited miles within ELD Compliance.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Weekly pay with direct deposit (no waiting on checks).
- Monthly bonuses depending on safety, delivery and communication.
- Hazard Occupational Insurance for lost wages and medical and a death beneficiary.
- Bonuses for passed DOT inspections.
- Gross Earnings between $115,000 to $145,000 per year per driver (depends on driver performance, bonuses, payscale and offsite).
- Preferred Percentage Based Solo Driver Pay:
- We are paying up to 30% line haul plus bonuses. In this post covid market, drivers drive less and make more on this.
- Average pay in dead season is usually between $1900 to $2100 with some rare best weeks of about $2400+ and a rare slow week of about $1500.
- Average pay in peak season is usually between $2100 to $2400 with some rare best weeks of about $2700+ and a rare slow week of about $1900.
- Average miles on percentage pay is reduced on purpose. We not only save fuel but our contracts make more by the mile. Its a win/win. Usually 2000 to 2500 miles in slow season and up to around 3000 in busy. You dont have to chase the dragons tail with miles or get burnt out to make more. Plenty of time to make your stops as well and fewer missed appointment times on drops and pickups. Its just a smarter way to do business.
- Standard Miles Based Solo Driver Pay:
- Every driver is given option to switch any time to up to 60 cents plus bonuses depending on EXP and MVR (Up to 65 for manual drivers).
- Average miles when doing miles pay is anywhere between 2500 and 3600 miles per wk. Some drivers do more than others.
- The average gross income is roughly $1600 to $2400 legal max per week. A bit less for automatic only drivers.
- Team Driver Pay (Miles Based Pay Only):
- Want to drive in a team provided you have a team member?
- Up to 75 cents per mile plus bonuses. Depending on the EXP and MVRs of the team.
- Average miles when doing miles pay is anywhere between 5500 and 7000 per wk. Middle to lower side recently.
- The average gross income is $4100 and $5200 per wk total split. Roughly $2000 to $2600 per week per team driver.
- Sorry – This is not a team market right now. Solos on percentage generally do better and especially when running by percentage.
Driver Requirements:
- Truck driving is a demanding job! You have to be healthy and able and willing to work!
- Must have at least 23 years old.
- Must have Minimum 2 years of driving experience.
- Must have a valid CDL Class A without pending suspensions.
- Must be able to work with modern ELD systems.
- Must be able to pass drug test. No acceptations!
- Must have valid medical card issued.
- Must have a stable work history and good references.
- Must have no more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents in the last 3 years.
- No failed or refused drug or alcohol test in the last 4 years.
- No DWI’s, DUI’s and BAC’s in the last 4 years.
- No reckless driving convictions in the last 3 years.
- No license suspension for points, unpaid tickets in the last 3 years.
- No more than 2 moving violations during the last year.
- Must provide no less than 3 years of work history, non-driving work history for the past 3 years will be also verified. Previous employers and references will be checked and must be verifiable.
We want good people today!
