CDL-A Truck Driver - Dry Van OTR - NY

CDL-A Truck Driver - Dry Van OTR - NY

New York, United States

Company
Swift Transportation Co. of Arizona LLC
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Job Description:
Swift Transportation'sSyracuse, NYterminal is now hiring OTR drivers out of Ithaca,New York. Driving OTR can take you coast-to-coast with a wide variety of load options and high earning potential.
• Top 25% of OTR drivers at the Syracuseterminal average $1500 weekly
• Drivers can earn trip pay based on a calculation of dispatched miles that ranges from $.43to $.58cpm depending on route and experience
• Weekly paychecks
• Over 30 terminals in 25 states
• Great benefits package
• Career growth
• Monthly Performance Bonus

Hometime:
• Monthly

Skills:
• Exceptional backing

Responsibilities:
• Possible holiday work

Job Requirements:
• Must be at least 21 years old and hold a valid Class A license.
• No DUI within 10 years if CDL-A holder, none within 5 years if Non CDL-A holder.
• No more than 1 on-road or DOT preventable loss in the last 2 years. No more than 3 preventable accidents in the last 2 years. No major preventable accidents in the last 5 years.
• No serious traffic violations in the past year. No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug test. No drug related conviction in the last 5 years. No use of illegal drugs, positive/refused tests in the past 10 years with CDL-A/CLP.

Wage Range: 0.43 - 0.58 per mile
General Description of Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Benefits for Employees and Family
Basic and Suppllemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Accient Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage
Health Care & Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts
401k Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contributions, Stock Purchase Plan, Education Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance
Wellness Program with Incentives
Vacation Pay Starting at $800 After One Year of Service
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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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