CDL-A Truck Driver | Regional | Columbus, OH
$2,000 sign-on bonus available!*
Equip.Type: Dry Van
Home Time: Home Weekly
Exp. Level: Experienced (6+ Months OTR)
$62,000 - $90,000 yearly average for top performers
Description
At Knight Transportation we have one mission: Deliver More. We are committed to delivering more for our drivers. More Miles. More Pay. More Respect!
What does it mean to be part of the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier in the country? So much MORE.
Job Details:
Knight Transportation is looking for experienced CDL A truck drivers in Columbus, OH and the surrounding area to join the Columbus, OH terminal for regional routes.
- $2,000 sing-on bonus available!*
- $62,000 – $90,000 average yearly earnings for top performers
- $1,425 average weekly pay
- 5 days out, 34hr reset
- Average 2,400 miles a week
- Up to 12 CPM in monthly production and fuel bonuses*
*terms and conditions apply, ask your recruiter for details
Job Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Benefits for Employees and Family
401k Retirement Plan With Matching, Stock Purchase Plan
Short & long term disability offered
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Accident insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Reimbursement Account. Paid Time Off – 3 days after 90 days of service
Employee Assistance Program
Job Perks
Monthly Safety & Production Bonus Available
Automatic Pay Increases
27 Terminals Nationwide
24/7 Roadside Support
Late Model Equipment
Rider and Pet Policy
All Trucks Equipped With Inverter
CDL School Tuition Reimbursement
Free Showers Through Rewards Partners
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years old and hold a valid Class A license
- 6 months of Class A experience within the last year or 1 year of Class A experience within the last 5 years
- No DUI within 5 years or 10 years if CDL holder at time of DUI
- No more than 1 preventable accident in the past 2 years, no major accident within 5 years
- No more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years
- Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug tests
What Makes Knight
Different?
Route To A Million Miles is a reward system that is designed to celebrate a driving associate’s milestones with the company. Rewards include: company swag, stocks, and even a BRAND-NEW CUSTOM TRUCK.
TRU Pay, short for Transparent Reliable Understandable Pay, is a pay band structure that gives drivers pay increases that are based on individual production. Drivers can earn trip pay based on a calculation of dispatched miles that ranges from $.45 to $.62 CPM depending on route and experience.
Potential Monthly Bonus* – Drive safe miles and get up to a 12 CPM monthly bonus!
*Impacts OTR, TruPay company drivers only. Trainees not eligible for bonus under a team scenario. Dispatched Loaded Miles represent Knight’s most current version of the Rand McNally Household Goods Carriers Bureau Mileage Guide (the “Bureau Miles”) from the shipment origin point, via any intermediate points for required pickups or deliveries, to the final delivery point. Dispatched Empty Miles are the Bureau Miles for an empty trip authorized and approved by Knight. Contact Knight Driver Payroll for more info. Knight Transportation reserves the right to adjust the rules of our bonus programs as appropriate to respond to changes in business conditions.
Knight partners with BlueCross, Blue Shield and Delta Dental to give drivers’ and their families affordable health and dental insurance. Knight also offers drivers’ 401K with matching and an employee stock purchase plan.
Knight’s rider and pet policy gives drivers the opportunity to bring a companion on the road with them, whether they are a family member who is age 12 or older or a four-legged, furry friend.
Knight offers special programs, apprenticeships, and even CDL training scholarships for military veterans. Contact us to learn more about our Fleet of Heroes program and other benefits.
Knight Driving Associates have access to rewards and perks through our partners such as free showers, free drinks, food rewards, bonus points, and other offers.
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Equipment & Technology
Freightliner
Cascadia
| Model: | Gen 2 New Cascadia |
|---|---|
| Engine: | Detroit Diesel DD15 |
| Transmission: | Detroit Diesel DT12 |
| Type: | Sleeper |
| Inverter: | Yes |
| Refrigerator: | Yes |
Additional Features
- Collision Mitigation
- Electronic Roll Stability
- Air Disc Brakes
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- TV Mount
KENWORTH
Next Gen T680
| Model: | Next Gen T680 |
|---|---|
| Engine: | Cummins X15 |
| Transmission: | Paccar Endurant 12 speed |
| Type: | Sleeper |
| Inverter: | Yes |
| Refrigerator: | Yes |
Additional Features
- Collision Mitigation
- Electronic Roll Stability
- Air Disc Brakes
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- TV Mount
volvo
VNL 860
| Model: | VNL 860 |
|---|---|
| Engine: | Volvo D13 |
| Transmission: | Volvo I-Shift |
| Type: | Sleeper |
| Inverter: | Yes |
| Refrigerator: | Yes |
Additional Features
- Integrated Parking Cooler
- Collision Mitigation
- Electronic Roll Stability
- Air Disc Brakes
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- TV Mount
- Reclining Bunk
- Aerodynamic Front End
International
LT 625
| Model: | LT 625 |
|---|---|
| Engine: | Cummins X15 |
| Transmission: | Eaton Endurant 12 speed |
| Type: | Sleeper |
| Inverter: | Yes |
| Refrigerator: | Yes |
Additional Features
- Collision Mitigation
- Electronic Roll Stability
- Air Disc Brakes
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- TV Mount
Truck Driving Jobs Near Columbus, OH
Location:Columbus, OH
Pay & Perks:$2,000 weekly average
At Knight Transportation we have one mission: Deliver More. We are committed to delivering more for our drivers. More Miles. More Pay. More Respect!
What does it mean to be part of the most profitable and fastest-growing truckload carrier in the country? So much MORE.
Job Details:
This driver assisted unload dedicated account is for truck drivers who have their Class A CDL. Drivers can expect regional routes with all loads out of Marengo, Ohio.
- $2,000 sign on bonus!*
- $100,000 average annual earnings
- $2,000 weekly pay on average
- Daily pay rate
- 6.5 days out, 1.5 days home
- Driver Assisted Unload
- Mostly round trip loads
*Terms and conditions apply, ask a recruiter for more details
Learn More about the 'CDL-A Truck Driver | Dedicated Regional | Columbus, OH' jobLocation:Columbus, OH
Pay & Perks:$2,000 AVG weekly settlement
Knight transportation is looking for experienced CDL-A truck drivers to contract with the team as an Owner Operator. Operate under Knight’s authority and gain access to Knight’s nationwide fuel network savings with a fuel protection program, maintenance program, and trailer pool.
- Average weekly net settlement of $2,000
- National freight network – Dry and Refrigerated
- Average 2,200+ weekly miles
- No forced dispatch
- Single source dispatch
- Fuel savings
Required Tractor Specifications:
- Tractor must be seven years or newer
- Wheelbase must be less than 265 inches
- Sliding fifth wheel height of 47.5″ or less
- 3-axle with sleeper
- Governed at 68mph cruise, 70mph pedal (Knight covers cost)
Don’t have your own truck? Knight Transportation offers a lease purchase program to make your dream of owning your own truck a reality.
- 2021 – 2023 models available
- No credit check
- $500 down payment
- Excellent rates
- Multiple term lengths
- Low weekly payments
- Average weekly net settlement of $1,550, after lease payment
- Professionally serviced late-model tractors available
Location:Columbus, OH
Pay & Perks: -
At Knight Transportation we have one mission: Deliver More. We are committed to delivering more for our drivers. More Miles. More Pay. More Respect!
What does it mean to be part of the most profitable and fastest growing truckload carrier in the country? So much MORE.
Job Details:
Knight Transportation is looking for experienced Class A CDL Truck Drivers in Columbus, OH and the surrounding area to run part-time. This is a slip seating position, meaning that the tractor is shared with another slip seating driver when you are on home time.
- $2,000 sign on bonus available!*
- Run 7 days out or more at a time
- Flexible schedule, depending on your needs
- 2,100 – 2,500 average weekly miles, depending on your schedule
*terms and conditions apply, ask your recruiter for details
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