Wooster Motor Ways is hiring a dependable, safety-first Company Driver to haul freight across our regional lanes. We offer steady miles, a team that looks out for you, and a clear pay structure that rewards safe, experienced drivers.

PAY COMPENSATION

Mileage Pay (based on verifiable experience)

Starting rate (0-2 years) — $0.54 per mile

Experienced rate (2+ years) — $0.56 per mile

Quarterly safety bonus — +$0.04 per mile

Total with safety bonus —

Up to $0.60 per mile

Mileage is calculated on practical Zip-to-Zip miles (not hub miles). Pay increases take effect the week following your hire date anniversary.

Dry Van – Regional OTR

~ Freight Type:

Dry freight only

~ Routes:

Regional and OTR, traveling 400–500 miles from Wooster, OH

~ Restrictions:

No East Coast lanes, no long-haul lines, no touch freight

~ Compensation:

$1,350 minimum potential per week, with opportunity to earn more

~ Benefits:

~ Paid orientation

~ Weekly home time

~$1,000 transitional bonus paid over first 2 weeks

Additional Pay for all Driver Types

Additional stop pay

Short haul loads

Detention

Driver unload / assist unload

HazMat loads

Holiday pay

Trailer spotting / extra drop hook

Breakdown pay

Other Benefits:

~ Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

~401(k) retirement plan

~ Paid vacation:

~1 week after 6 months of employment

~1 additional week after 12 months

~3 weeks after 7 years

~4 weeks after 15 years

~8 paid holidays per year

~ WMW covers the full cost of your initial HazMat certification

~ All hourly work paid as straight time

~ Weight ticket reimbursements at face value

Equipment:

Our International LT trucks come fully equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, TV, premium drivers seat, and an auxiliary power unit (APU) for your comfort on the road.

WHAT YOULL DO

Operate Class A tractor-trailers to transport freight, general commodities, and specialized cargo.

Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections; report defects, accidents, or violations promptly.

Load, secure, and inspect cargo; follow special handling procedures for hazmat or temperature-sensitive freight.

Maintain accurate HOS logs and all required DOT/FMCSA documentation.

Verify bills of lading, collect signatures/receipts, and ensure all paperwork is complete and correct.

Plan routes and schedules to meet pickup and delivery windows.

Perform basic vehicle maintenance (fluids, minor repairs); keep trailer clean and ready.

REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class A CDL — required.

HazMat endorsement preferred not required.

High School Diploma or GED.

TWIC card preferred not required.

Must pass and maintain all DOT/FMCSA physical requirements.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

Reliable, accountable, and safety-conscious — you take this job seriously.

Strong time management — you plan ahead and meet your windows.

Clear communicator — professional with customers and easy to reach by dispatch.

Team player — respectful, cooperative, and positive on the road and in the yard.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.