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 federal minimum wage and overtime rate for truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour in 2026 with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Most interstate truck drivers must also follow FMCSA hours-of-service rules limiting driving to 11 hours per day. Employers must pay at least this rate regardless of state variations.
What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as commercial drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign drivers typically need an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work or a TN visa under USMCA for Canadian or Mexican citizens with a valid CDL. Applicants must have a job offer from a U.S. employer who files Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee as of 2026. The visa allows stays up to 3 years with possible extensions.
What are the exact eligibility requirements including age and license for interstate truck driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, drivers must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class A CDL, and pass a DOT physical exam valid for 24 months. They also need to complete entry-level driver training of at least 30 hours behind the wheel before 2026. No felony convictions in the past 7 years for certain offenses are allowed.
What documents are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license for driver jobs in 2026?
As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, applicants must submit proof of identity with a birth certificate or passport, Social Security number verification, and a valid medical examiner's certificate dated within the last 24 months. They also need to provide proof of residency and pass both knowledge and skills tests at a state DMV. The application fee averages $75 depending on the state.
