Regional Company Driver
Company
America First Logistics
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
Job Description:
• Looking for Class A CDL Truck drivers who are ready to join our team as a Company Driver!
• Orientation Pay: $500.00 - Eligibility requires drivers to join within 2 week of being approved for orientation and coming on the date they originally confirmed as their desired orientation date.
• Automatic Transmissions
• 50% Drop & Hook
• 95% No Touch Freight
• Safety bonuses are paid quarterly
• Orientation Location: El Paso, TX, Nashville, TN, Laredo, TX
• Lodging, Meals (except dinner), and travel is provided
Job Requirements:
• 6 months in the last year of OTR/Regional experience with Tractor-trailer with a trailer of 40’ of more.
• 12 months in the last 3 years of OTR/Regional experience with Tractor-trailer with a trailer of 40’ of more.
• Houston Drivers MUST have 2 years in the past 3 years of OTR/Regional experience with Tractor-trailer with a trailer of 40’ of more. *** This DOES NOT apply to local Houlton routes!
• Military experience is verified at 50% - If a driver has a year of military service with an 88M or 14T, they count that as 6 months
• Must have a current valid Class A CDL, not licensed in a monopolistic state (ND, OH, WA, WY, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands)
• If A Driver has a license in a different state other than where they live: If in Nebraska, they can proceed. They will have to sign a letter of intent that they will work on changing their license to TX within 30 days. The only states will not allow are Washington, Wyoming, North Dakota and Ohio.
• No more than 4 jobs in the past 3 years or No more than 2 jobs within the last year
• Looking for Class A CDL Truck drivers who are ready to join our team as a Company Driver!
• Orientation Pay: $500.00 - Eligibility requires drivers to join within 2 week of being approved for orientation and coming on the date they originally confirmed as their desired orientation date.
• Automatic Transmissions
• 50% Drop & Hook
• 95% No Touch Freight
• Safety bonuses are paid quarterly
• Orientation Location: El Paso, TX, Nashville, TN, Laredo, TX
• Lodging, Meals (except dinner), and travel is provided
Job Requirements:
• 6 months in the last year of OTR/Regional experience with Tractor-trailer with a trailer of 40’ of more.
• 12 months in the last 3 years of OTR/Regional experience with Tractor-trailer with a trailer of 40’ of more.
• Houston Drivers MUST have 2 years in the past 3 years of OTR/Regional experience with Tractor-trailer with a trailer of 40’ of more. *** This DOES NOT apply to local Houlton routes!
• Military experience is verified at 50% - If a driver has a year of military service with an 88M or 14T, they count that as 6 months
• Must have a current valid Class A CDL, not licensed in a monopolistic state (ND, OH, WA, WY, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands)
• If A Driver has a license in a different state other than where they live: If in Nebraska, they can proceed. They will have to sign a letter of intent that they will work on changing their license to TX within 30 days. The only states will not allow are Washington, Wyoming, North Dakota and Ohio.
• No more than 4 jobs in the past 3 years or No more than 2 jobs within the last year
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for commercial driver jobs in the United States as of January 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour as of January 2026, with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. Many states mandate at least $16.50 per hour for CDL holders operating interstate routes.
What work visa is required for non-U.S. citizens applying to driver jobs in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, H-2B visas for non-agricultural drivers are capped at 66,000 for fiscal year 2026 with applications due by March 2026. Applicants must hold a valid foreign driver's license and pass a medical exam before petition approval.
What experience and license are needed to qualify for truck driver positions in the United States?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and have completed 120 hours of training including 40 hours behind the wheel by 2026. No formal education beyond high school is required.
What documents are required when applying for driver jobs through official U.S. channels in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a valid CDL, Social Security card, proof of citizenship or work authorization, and a completed DOT medical certificate dated within the last 24 months. Background checks via FMCSA are mandatory before hiring.
