CDL A Truck Drivers

CDL A Truck Drivers

Houston, United States

Company
USA Truck
Location
North Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
USA Truck is Hiring Company Drivers, offering Lease Options, and Contracting Owner Operators

Lease Purchase Opportunities Available

The Elite Company
HIRING
Elite Drivers

Company Driver Benefits:

Earn up to $114,000 per year Earn up to $1,300 - $1,980 per week, performance-based 1st year earnings average $80,000 - $90,000 Dedicated accounts available with flexible home time options Weekly paychecks Lease purchase opportunities available OTR and regional routes available

Owner Operator & Lease Purchase benefits:

Earn competitive pay: 70% of line haul and fuel surcharge. Talk to recruiting for details. Up to $1,500 in Down Payment Assistance for Lease Purchase. Self Dispatch option available after 90 days Book up to 5 loads in ADVANCE with exclusive access to our load board Paid Orientation Generous fuel discount program (up to $.60 cents per gallon off at select stops) No unexpected trailer fees or hidden fees Free E-ZPass Paid Lumpers, when needed We'll help you start your business with base plates and permits covered, no charge-back

USA Truck Benefits:

Comprehensive health care 7 paid holiday opportunities Paid orientation Paid parental leave program College Advantage 529 plan International SOS Travel Assistance Employer-paid short-term disability, life, and AD&D Many voluntary benefits are available CDL Defender, Family, and Identity Defender 401K with generous company match Earn up to $3000 referral bonus for qualified referrals Rider/pet policy, pet insurance Trucks equipped with a 1500-watt to 1800-watt invertor 100% automatic transmissions The latest in-truck technology with electronic logging, GPS navigation

Requirements:

Valid Class A CDL At least 21 years of age or older At least 6 months of verifiable CDL A experience

About USA Truck

At USA Truck, we're 100% committed to a positive driver experience. Choose from various CDL A career options including dedicated, teams, owner operator/lease, and OTR/regional.

We offer a long list of unique advantages no other carrier can beat! Connect with us to get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for heavy truck drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $59,400 as of May 2026. The 10th percentile earns $42,000 annually, while the 90th percentile reaches $79,800. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours per week under the FLSA.
Q What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as truck drivers in the US in 2026?
Nonimmigrant foreign workers can apply for H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural driver jobs, with a statutory cap of 66,000 visas for FY2026. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required for most interstate CDL positions. Submit Form I-129 to USCIS with labor certification from DOL.
Q What are the eligibility requirements for getting a CDL for driver jobs?
Applicants must be at least 21 years old for interstate driving, 18 for intrastate, and able to read English-speaking regulations. No formal education is required, but a valid non-CDL driver's license and passing a DOT medical exam valid for 24 months are mandatory. Background checks for disqualifying offenses like DUI are conducted.
Q What documents and steps are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license?
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency, Social Security card, two proofs of residency, and a DOT medical examiner's certificate. Apply at state DMV with fees of $50 to $100, pass written exams ($15 each), and skills test ($100-$200). Complete 20-160 hours of training from an FMCSA-registered school costing $4,000-$8,000.
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