Hiring CDL-A Drivers

PAY THAT PERFORMS

Top earners make up to $120,000 per year*

ROLL MODERN. RUN COMFORTABLE.

2024 and newer trucks with APUs

REFER A DRIVER. EARN BIG.

Up to $5,000 per referral for eligible positions*

Next Step: Speak to Recruiter

Why Drive for Tucker?

When you’re driving with us, you’re part of the Tucker Freight Lines team. The owners, Sauny and AJ Tucker, have grown up around trucking and AJ drove on the road himself. They want those at Tucker Freight Lines to have a good experience, be successful, and be a part of something bigger: the Tucker team.

Join us today and experience the difference at Tucker Freight Lines!

OTR/Regional Open Deck Driver Overview

  • Top pay for skilled open deck drivers. Earn up to $104,000 per year, with top earners reaching $120,000 and weekly pay averaging $2,000–$2,300.*

  • Extra pay for the extra work. Earn 52CPM including bonuses, plus 20CPM on loaded miles for tarp and securement, with bonus opportunities and stop pay available.*

  • Freight that puts your skills to work. Haul a mix of flatbed, step deck, and RGN trailers.

  • Home time by location. Home time varies by location, with weekly options available in some areas.

OTR/Regional Dry Van Driver Overview

  • Pay with room to grow. Earn up to $88,000 per year with base pay of 52CPM, averaging $1,700 per week.*
  • Bigger miles pay more. Earn an additional 5CPM in safety and performance bonuses, plus $1.00 on every mile after 2,500 miles.*
  • Weekend earnings, maximized. Run as a Weekend Warrior and earn up to $2,050 per week.*
  • Home every week. Get home weekly for 34–48 hours, running primarily in the Midwest.
  • Less dock time. More drive time. More than 60% of loads are drop & hook, which keeps your week productive.

Local, Flex, & Dedicated Driver Overview

  • Home daily on local routes. Earn $22–$25 per hour depending on location and average $1,300 per week, with day and night shifts available.* 
  • Flex dry van with 3+ nights home. Earn $23–$25 per hour depending on location and average $1,400 per week, home 3+ nights per week.* 
  • Flex open deck with 3+ nights home. Earn $25–$28 per hour depending on location and average $1,400 per week, home 3+ nights per week.* 
  • Local and flex positions in select locations. Speak with a recruiter to confirm availability in your area. 
  • Bonuses that reward professionalism. Local and flex drivers can earn additional safety and performance incentives for maintaining high standards on the road.*
  • Dedicated refrigerated, home weekly. Run dedicated refrigerated freight out of McCook, IL; El Mirage, AZ; and Goodyear, AZ, averaging up to $2,000 per week with 66CPM including bonuses.* 
  • Dedicated extras that add up. Earn $20 per hour delivery pay, plus an extra $250 on loads delivering to the New York City and Newark, NJ metro areas.*

Company Driver Benefits

  • Modern trucks built for the road. Drive 2024 and newer Freightliners and Kenworths equipped with APUs and upgraded trim packages.
  • Referrals that pay off. Earn up to $5,000 for every driver you refer for eligible positions, with no limit on referrals.*
  • Coverage that backs you up. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a health savings account and company-paid life insurance.
  • Built for the long haul. 401(k) with company match, plus paid holidays and time off.
  • Bonuses that add up. Quarterly and clean inspection bonuses available.*
  • Paid to get started. Paid orientation helps you start strong from day one.
  • Bring your co-pilot. Pet and rider policies available.

Benefits & Perks

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*All pay and bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details.
There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Tucker
Wants YOU!

Driver Requirements

Active Hiring Areas

Open Deck Hiring Map

Dry Van Hiring Map

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1080 E 12th St., Dubuque, IA 52001