Driver - Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver - Class A CDL

Full Time Jackson, MS Schneider



Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver | Up to $2,500 Sign-on Bonus | Mississippi or Northern Louisiana-170193

Over-the-Road truck drivers in Schneider’s Van Truckload division earn up to $0.44 per mile* starting pay, haul 95% no-touch freight and average 2,200-2,800 miles per week. This CDL driving job is part of a new OTR long haul configuration in the eastern 37 states that allows you to choose from different home time options. Over-the-Road truckers with Schneider hit the open road, explore the country and rack up big miles. Start your Mississippi or Louisiana OTR trucking career in Schneider’s Van Truckload division today!

Eligible CDL Truck Driver Applicants: All Class A CDL holders


Mississippi and Louisiana Over-the-Road Truck Driver Pay
  • Up to $70,000 per year*
  • $2,500 sign-on bonus per experienced drivers
  • $1,000 sign-on bonus per inexperienced drivers
  • Up to $0.03 per mile quarterly performance bonus
  • Up to $0.02 per mile annual pay increase
  • Potential accessorial pay for detention, layover, hand load/unload
  • Higher pay: Inexperienced OTR mileage rates, for example, have increased 17% in the last two years
  • *Based on CDL driver experience, performance and location

Over-the-Road Truck Driver Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid orientation and time off
  • Up to $7,000 tuition reimbursement (paid at $200/month) for qualified drivers
  • Paid 3-day refresher course option for drivers restarting a driving career
  • Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship programs, plus more military benefits
  • Many more — see full list of benefits

Mississippi and Louisiana Over-the-Road Truck Driver Qualifications

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Live in Mississippi or northern Louisiana
  • Hazmat endorsement preferred
  • Passport, FAST card or Enhanced CDL opens more opportunities

More Reasons to Choose Over-the-Road Driving at Schneider

  • Nationwide facility network, many locations offering free showers, laundry, WiFi, exercise equipment, TV lounges, cafeterias and more
  • Nationwide parking network with 24/7 access to free and safe parking
  • Advantage Club — after five years with Schneider, you’ll be admitted to this exclusive club with a variety of unique opportunities paid for by Schneider
  • Discount program — enjoy year-round discounts and special offers from hundreds of national and local companies
  • Mobile communications platform — the latest in-truck technology with electronic logging, GPS navigation, web browsing and more
  • Learn more about Over-the-Road driving

Why Schneider?

Schneider has been an industry leader since 1935 because we understand one simple, profound truth: It’s all about people. The best combination of freight, money, equipment and home time is a byproduct of respecting each and every individual. You’ll be treated right from the moment you apply.

“I’m not a number at Schneider. I’m a person. When you have people that ask how you are or wish you a happy birthday or a happy anniversary, that means a lot.” Bill, Schneider driver

Join one of the top trucking companies in Mississippi and Louisiana. Call 800-447-7433 for more information about becoming an Over-the-Road truck driver with Schneider!

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Job Company Driver
Schedule Full-time
Sign On Bonus 2500

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