CDL-A Truck Driver - Dry Van OTR - NY
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
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
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.
