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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, Iowa

About this job



In this new long haul configuration, Schneider Over-the-Road truck drivers earn up to $0.52 per mile* starting pay. OTR truckers haul 95% no-touch freight, average 2,600 miles per week in the eastern 37 states and choose from different home time options. If you want to hit the open road, explore the country and rack up the miles, there's no better way than jumping behind the wheel as an Over-the-Road driver for Schneider. Start your OTR trucking career with Schneider's Van Truckload division today!

Eligible CDL Truck Driver Applicants: Experienced Class A CDL holders

Over-the-Road Truck Driver Pay

  • Up to $73,000 per year*

  • $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced drivers
  • Performance pay up to $0.04 per mile more, paid out weekly
  • $0.01 per mile automatic annual pay increase
  • Potential accessorial pay for detention, layover, hand load/unload
  • Higher pay: Inexperienced OTR mileage rates, for example, have increased 17% in the last two years
  • *Based on CDL driver experience, performance and location

Over-the-Road Truck Driver Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid orientation and time off
  • Up to $7,000 tuition reimbursement (paid at $200/month) for qualified drivers
  • Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship programs, plus more
  • Many more - see full list of

Over-the-Road Truck Driver Qualifications

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
  • Automated transmission CDL restriction allowed
  • Minimum 3 months of Class A driving experience
  • Hazmat endorsement preferred
  • Passport, FAST card or Enhanced CDL opens more opportunities

More Reasons to Choose Over-the-Road Driving at Schneider

  • Average fleet age less than 3 years, over 2/3 automated transmissions
  • Industry-leading, year-round nationwide freight base
  • 24/7/365 operations and maintenance support
  • Mobile apps to increase driver productivity, locate equipment, expedite access and more
  • No employment contract - we don't lock you in, but you'll want to stay
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Why Schneider?

Safety isn't a buzzword - it's a way of life at Schneider. Nothing we do is worth harming ourselves or others. Drivers love that, and it's just one more thing that's separated Schneider from the rest for over 80 years.

"I like that Schneider promotes safety all the time. The rules don't change from one person to the next. Schneider teaches you the correct way to operate a vehicle, without any shortcuts."David, Schneider driver

Join one of the top trucking companies. Call 800-447-7433 for more information about becoming an Over-the-Road truck driver with Schneider!

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Job Company Driver
Schedule Full-time
Sign On Bonus 5000