CDL A Truck Driver - OTR

Job Description :

CDL A Truck Driver - OTR

Immediate Openings for CDL-A OTR Truck Drivers

AD is a family-owned enterprise based in Canton, Michigan, managing a fleet of approximately 500 trucks. Our company is distinguished for its exceptional equipment quality, impressive mileage records, and family feel across the company. With more than a quarter of our drivers having driven over a million miles with us, and an average tenure surpassing five years, each driver holds significant value to us.

While our terminal is centered in Michigan, we operate nationwide and welcome applications from candidates across various locations. Our primary operational regions lie to the east of the Mississippi River and within the Midwest. (Please note that we do not offer mandatory dispatch services to the islands and boroughs of New York.)

Why Drive for AD?

0.60 CPM (cents per mile)

80.00 / day per diem

Average $1,400-1,800 / week

2,500-2,800 miles / week

Guaranteed home-time

75% drop-&-hook

No-touch freight

Weekly pay (on Wednesdays, pay period is Sunday-Saturday)

Health insurance (see below for more information)

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

One-day orientation (paid $150 on first dispatch)

Additional pay information :

Michigan's daily per diem rate is $80.00.

In quarter four of 2024, this is what our fleet averaged :

Top 5% averaged 3,880 miles

Top 10% averaged 3,404 miles

Top 25% averaged 2,925 miles

Top 50% averaged 2,640 miles

20% of our fleet is made up of drivers who have surpassed one million miles with our company, and 7% have surpassed 2 million.

Bonuses & Benefits

Get paid for clean DOT inspections!

Clean inspection for general commodity = $50.00 bonus

Clean inspection for Hazmat freight = $100.00 bonus

Have a Hazmat endorsement?

Hazmat placarded loads = $100.00 bonus for each load

Please note that a Hazmat endorsement is not a prerequisite for employment.

Get a $2,000.00 bonus for referring a qualified over-the-road driver!

45 days of employment = $250.00

90 days of employment = $750.00

150 days of employment = $1,000

Paid Holidays and PTO

Paid holidays

Eligible after 90-day probationary period

Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas

PTO (paid time off)

Eligible after one year

One week (prorated)

PTO days increase with tenure

Medical Benefits

Eligible first of the month following 60 days of employment

Insurance provider is Priority Health Insurance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Rider Policy

Free Rider Policy

Rider must be 18 years of age or older

Must show valid state ID

Must sign Rider Waiver Form

Orientation

One day long, from 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 00 PM

Available Monday through Friday

We cover travel and lodging for those outside of commuting distance

Lunch is on us!

150.00 pay for orientation upon your first dispatch

Trucks :

Kenworth T-680s (2024 and newer)

Standard idle

1,800-watt inverters

Household electrical outlets

GPS operated through Platform Science

Microwave cubby

Double bunks

TV mount

68 MPH govern

Swivel passenger seat

Swivel table

High-rise 73'' sleeper

Cummins ISX15 engine with ultra-shift 12-speed automatic

LED headlights

Passenger-side blind spot sensor

Fully digital & customizable dashboard

Brand new, never used mattress

Freightliner Cascadia s (2024 and newer)

Efficient idle optimization

1,800-watt inverters

Household electrical outlets

GPS operated through Platform Science

Microwave cubby

Double bunks

TV mount

LED headlights

Fifth-wheel release for uncoupling

68 MPH govern

High-rise 72'' sleeper

Detroit Diesel DD15 with DT12

Passenger-side blind spot sensor

Brand new, never used mattress

Driver Testimonials :

They have treated me like family since I joined last December"

It's a company that let's a driver be a driver, less micro-management more independence. A good place to start, and a great place to evolve from a mega carrier!"

Great place to work. Great people great dispatch great maintenance."

I love driving for this company"

I have work here for 13 years. Good people, great equipment, and excellent owners of the company.."

Great people all around the best equipment"

I been working here for 12 years and I love it here"

Excellent company one of the best. Great people top equipment. 10 star service..."

Everyone I have dealt with has been absolutely amazing. They are more than willing to answer any questions you have."

It's truly a great company to work for"

Love working for AD"

Wage Range : 1400.00 - 1800.00 per week

General Description of Benefits : Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Several Tiers Available Employee Eligibility Begins the 1st of the Month Following 60 Days of Employment

Requirements :

One year of 53' trailer experience

Pass risk management review

No open Clearinghouse violations

Must be able and willing to drive at night (about 50% of the time)

Must be willing to drive in northeast region (no forced dispatch into the islands and boroughs of New York)

Criminal background is handled on case-by-case basis