Class A OTR Drivers - High Miles,Top Pay

Class A OTR Drivers - High Miles,Top Pay


Company
Climate Express Inc.
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Description:

Team-Driven Culture

We treat drivers like family. Low driver-to-supervisor ratios, open communication, and one facility for everything—yard, payroll, shop, dispatch, recruiting, and safety—so the help you need is in one place.
• One Facility: Yard, payroll, shop, dispatch, recruiting, & safety under one roof.
• Respect & Communication: Weekly/bi-weekly feedback channels—your voice matters.

Growing & Hiring

We’re expanding and looking for safe, loyal, hard-working drivers who want to grow with us and make great money.
• Large percentage of customer based freight
• Consistent miles year-round
• Safety-first operations

Freight & Loads

Refrigerated & Dry Van, Strong central shipping lanes
• Drop-and hook or 1 pick /1 drop
• No Touch Freight

Home every other weekend for 2 days off in most hiring areas.

Job Requirements:

Valid Class A CDL

Clean Driving Record

1-year OTR tractor-Trailer experience or 2 + years local experience considered.

Wage Range: 0.55 - 0.60 per mile

General Description of Benefits: Drivers are Paid Premier Practical Route Miles, while under dispatch, loaded & empty.

Annual raises, Safety & Performance bonuses.

Detention & layover

Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Short term disability, Paid vacations, 401k w/employer match

Pay

Pay per mile (PC miler practical miles, loaded or empty the same)

Start pay based on experience and work record

Raises for committed runners

Weekly direct deposit

Coaching & communication

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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