Truck Driver - Dedicated, Regional & OTR

The opportunity to enjoy unequaled freedom and autonomy as well as an exceptional earning potential with an organization that is strong, solid and successful enough to give you all the support you need--that’s what it's like to be a truck driver with Swift Transportation. We're the nation's largest, publicly-held truckload carrier with $3.2 billion in revenue, over 20,000 drivers and 32 terminals in 27 states. At Swift, you'll have nothing but wide-open roads ahead of you and nobody looking over your shoulder.

There are many career options for dedicated and regional routes available to you at Swift Transportation:

EXPERIENCED DRIVERS
For those who think that truck driving is a one-dimensional job, think again. With a trucking career at Swift, you’ll be able to build a solid career with many different opportunities for growth, job stability and financial success.

First, there is the great variety of trucking jobs themselves that are available--especially at a company as large and diverse as Swift. Dry van, reefers, flatbed and heavy haul are among the options for company drivers.

In addition to what you drive, there are choices as to how you drive. You can drive solo or as part of a team. In fact, Swift currently has over 750 driving teams on the road. Our teams generally run long-haul freight, coast-to-coast or any other load that has to travel 1,000 miles or more. Some of Swift’s most successful teams are husbands and wives who enjoy both companionship on the road and tremendous financial rewards.

Dedicated Drivers
Once you’ve established yourself as a reliable, safe and courteous truck driver--generally after at least six months of continuous work--other opportunities will be open to you. This includes the chance to be part of a “dedicated” fleet.

Working on a dedicated fleet allows you to haul loads for the same company (well-respected companies such as Target, Home Depot and Wal-Mart) on consistent and predictable routes. It also means you’ll consistently enjoy more time at home. As you can imagine, such positions are reserved for the top drivers in the fleet.

Mentors
But being an experienced company driver on a dedicated run is not the end of the road. Truly exceptional drivers can move up to take on the role of mentor. A mentor is responsible for working with recent graduates from CDL schools and helping them become capable, confident truck drivers. Student drivers will typically spend six to seven weeks on a mentor’s truck actually hauling loads, delivering freight and taking care of customers’ needs.

The driver mentor role can be extremely rewarding with the mentor enjoying the satisfaction of knowing that he or she has equipped a new driver to begin a great new career.

At Swift, prospective mentors must complete an extensive mentor certification program. They must also be patient and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Flatbed Drivers
Swift has a growing fleet of over 500 flatbed trucks, including a wide variety of trailer configurations. This division is becoming an increasingly important part of our overall operations and demands a special kind of driver with skills beyond those of traditional dry van driving. These drivers are required to have the physical abilities to secure and tarp loads. They will also be given extra training in tying down loads.

ENTRY LEVEL & INEXPERIENCED DRIVERS
A career in trucking offers tremendous opportunities for financial rewards and professional growth. Whether you’re just out of school or you’re in a dead-end job, whether you’re retired or even if you’re looking for a job you can do with your spouse or partner, this could be the ideal career for you. The best part is that even if you don’t have previous experience, Swift can help jumpstart your career as a truck driver.

To get your career in trucking rolling, a Swift Driving Academy is the place to start. Tuition for the comprehensive 23-day course is $3,900 and is financed by Swift. There is a non-refundable sitting fee of $150.00 due on your first day of class. Your tuition includes the following:
207-hour course
Student housing
Bus transportation to and from the Academy
All study materials and testing
Physical, Workwell and drug-screen testing
All license fees

For those who have recently completed their coursework and have obtained their commercial driver's license, we offer an extensive six-week training program with training pay that increases every two weeks. And with our consistent growth and financial strength, Swift is a place that will be there for you wherever your career goals may take you.
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify to become a Swift company truck driver, YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OLD and possess:
Class A CDL
Clean driving record
High standards for honesty and integrity
Positive, team-oriented attitude
Minimum of six months OTR experience for experienced drivers

For those candidates who do not possess a Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL), we offer a 23-day course at our Swift Driving Academy. Training is also available for drivers with less than six months of experience.

Whether you're just getting started in trucking or you're an experienced pro, our company drivers enjoy such benefits as:
Competitive pay rates, consistent miles and generous bonuses -- mileage pay based on verifiable OTR experience
Training pay available
A benefits package that is worth an additional 9.5 cents per mile
Ride-along programs for family members
A commitment to having you home as much as possible
Industry-leading 401(k) and stock programs


To learn more about Swift Transportation, please click the “apply now” button to submit an application.

Or to find out about our dedicated, regional and OTR runs, please call us at 866-736-4081.

Swift is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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