CDL A OTR Truck Drivers(all trailers) – $2,200–$3,000/Week

CDL A OTR Truck Drivers(all trailers) – $2,200–$3,000/Week

Houston, United States

Company
Whale Logistics LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
2K–3K a week
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
CDL-A Drivers – Solo & Team Positions Available

Join a company offering strong pay, consistent miles, and modern equipment.

Average take-home: $2,200 – $3,000 per week

Solo Drivers
• Dry Van & Reefer: $0.65 – $0.72 CPM
• Flatbed: $0.85 CPM!!!
• 3,000 – 3,500+ miles per week

or
• 30% of gross
• average Gross $10,000

Team Drivers
• $0.90 – $0.95 CPM
• 5,500 – 6,500 miles per week
• or $2,500 per driver (flat rate)

Requirements
• Solo: minimum 8 months CDL-A OTR experience (varies by trailer type)
• Team: minimum 6 months CDL-A OTR experience

Position Details
• OTR only (typically 2–4 weeks out, depending on location)
• Weekly pay
• 1099 position
• 2022–2026 Volvo, Freightliner, Mack, and Peterbilt
• Fully equipped, well-maintained trucks

Apply today to get started!

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Job Type: Contract

Pay: $2,000.00 - $3,000.00 per week

Benefits:
• Paid toll fees
• Passenger ride along program
• Pet rider program
• Referral program

Experience:
• CDL A OTR: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: On the road
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As per the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026, applying to all non-exempt drivers including delivery and light truck drivers. Drivers paid by mileage or commission must earn at least this amount for all hours worked, with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. 29 states plus DC have higher rates, such as $16.00 per hour in California.
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As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $57,800 as of May 2025 data projected for 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $41,200, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $82,900. Annual wages range from $45,000 for entry-level to $75,000 for experienced drivers with CDL endorsements.
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As per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, no postsecondary education is required, but a high school diploma or GED is preferred by most employers. A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is mandatory, with many jobs requiring 1-2 years of experience or 160-hour training program completion. Interstate drivers must pass DOT medical exam every 24 months.
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