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 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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