company truck driver careers

Join the team at Speedy Chicken Transportation as a Company Truck Driver. This role involves operating commercial vehicles — including tractor-trailers and refrigerated trailers — on regional and over-the-road routes throughout the Eastern and Midwestern United States.

You will navigate assigned routes using GPS, follow FMCSA and DOT standards, handle freight safely, and complete pickup and delivery activities accurately. This is an opportunity for motivated drivers who want to build a career in regional OTR driving and short-haul transportation.

Driver Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer on assigned regional and over-the-road routes.
• Pick up and deliver loads on time, following all dispatch instructions and delivery windows.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections according to FMCSA regulations.
• Complete and submit accurate Hours of Service logs through the J.J. Keller ELD.
• Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding load status, delays, or other issues.
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance while operating assigned company equipment.
• Comply with all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety policies at all times.
• Handle food-grade freight with care — including temperature checks, seal verification, and paperwork accuracy.
• Represent Speedy Chicken Transportation and its clients professionally at every pickup and delivery.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Hold a valid Class A CDL issued in your state of residence.
• Have at least one year of verifiable OTR or regional tractor-trailer experience.
• Maintain a clean MVR with no more than two moving violations during the past three years.
• Have no DUI, DWI, reckless driving, or drug and alcohol violations during the past five years.
• Be able to pass a DOT physical examination and pre-employment drug screen.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The following experience is preferred but is not listed as a non-negotiable qualification:

• Experience hauling refrigerated or food-grade freight
• Familiarity with electronic logging devices
• Previous J.J. Keller ELD experience
• Over-the-road driving experience

This position requires the ability to:

• Sit for extended periods while operating a Class A vehicle.
• Load, unload, or assist with freight weighing up to 50 pounds where required.
• Climb into and out of the cab.
• Hook and unhook trailers and perform coupling and uncoupling.
• Meet all DOT physical examination standards.
• Drive during nighttime and in a variety of weather conditions.

No Touch Freight: this position does not involve touch freight. The driver may assist with loading and unloading.

Speedy Chicken Transportation offers weekly pay ranging from $1,300 to $2,600 per week, depending on the assignment. Driver pay varies by assignment.

Compensation and Paid Benefits

• Competitive short-haul rates
• Competitive cents-per-mile rates for long-haul and OTR routes
• Overnight pay during required Hours of Service breaks
• Detention pay after four hours
• Paid weekly with direct deposit
• Paid orientation and training
• Paid toll fees
• Safety equipment provided
• Company-assigned, late-model equipment

Driver Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Paid toll fees
• Safety equipment provided
• Company-assigned, late-model equipment
• Regular home time on regional runs
• Direct deposit with weekly pay

This is an in-person transportation position. Drivers report to the designated company location and operate assigned regional or over-the-road routes.

The position involves:

• Regional and short-haul assignments
• Long-haul and over-the-road assignments
• Overnight breaks when required by Hours of Service regulations
• Nighttime driving
• Driving in varying weather conditions