QUALIFICATIONS
The following table is general carrier info. Pay attention to the qualifications listed in red at the top of the job info page for that job’s specific qualifications/requirements
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Pre-Qualifications |
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Minimum Age |
At least 21 years of age Must have held a driver’s license within the United States or U.S. territories for the last 12 consecutive months Current and valid Class A CDL issued by only one state |
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Minimum Experience (tractor Trailer/OTR) |
Experienced Drivers must have a minimum of 3 months’ experience in the last 36 months. For drivers with less than 6 months of experience, the driver can have no preventable CMV roadway accidents. -Drivers with less than 3 months of experience in the last 36 months, may qualify by passing an Extended Road Test if either (a) the driver has 6 months of verified tractor-trailer experience in the last 5 years or (b) 12 months of verified tractor-trailer experience in the last 10 years. -Drivers whose qualifying experience cannot be verified by the end of orientation will be required to successfully pass an expanded driving competency assessment. * For periods of driving self-employment used to achieve qualifying experience, driver must provide a valid DOT number and verifiable insurance for the entire period. * Unions are a membership organization, not valid employment. * Truck driving school/training doesn’t count as experience. * Experience must be T/T. Trailers must be greater than 40 feet. Will count local experience * If a Driver has a license in another state other than the state the job’s hiring area, they can apply and they have 30 days to switch their license over to that state. * Drivers CANNOT be under contract with another carrier |
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Moving Violations (max in 3 year period) |
No more than 2 MVs in the last 2 years |
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Policy on License suspensions |
Will review |
| Accidents |
Major: No preventable CMV key accidents in the last 5 years. Drivers with less than 6 months of subsequent safe driving are subject to safety review. No preventable fatality accidents in CMV or POV. Minor: No more than 1 minor preventable CMV roadway accident in the last 2 years. No more than 3 minor preventable CMV private yard accidents in the last 2 years. Major and Minor accidents cannot exceed 3 in the last 2 years. |
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Ticket / Accident / Incident Combo |
No more than 4 in the past 36 months |
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Maximum Major Moving Violation (in the last 3 years) |
No serious traffic violations in the last 12 months No Careless or Reckless driving in the last 12 months while holding a Class A CDL (POV or CMV) No Careless or Reckless driving in the last 6 months while holding a regular license No 15 MPH over in the last 12 months while holding a Class A CDL (POV or CMV) No 15 MPH over in the last 6 months while holding a regular license No Failure to obey has to be 12 months old while holding a Class A CDL (POV or CMV) No Failure to obey has to be 6 months while holding a regular license Leaving the scene of an accident must be outside of 2 years as long as the Driver did not hold a Class A CDL. Improper or erratic lane change outside of 12 months while holding a Class A CDL (POV or CMV) Improper or erratic lane change outside of 6 months while holding a regular license No following too close within the past 12 months while holding a Class A CDL (POV or CMV) No following too close within the past 6 months while holding a regular license Cell phone violations have to be over a year old if it occurred in a CMV and they need 6 months safe t/t driving. If they violate the cell phone policy we have in place here as a current driver, it’s a terminating offense |
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Max. Number of Jobs- in the last 3 years |
No more than 4 jobs in the last 12 months Drivers discharged for safety reasons by a prior employer require 6 months of verified subsequent safe driving in a CMV to be eligible for employment consideration Any military experience in the last 5 years must be listed on the application. If the experience is in the last 3 years, a copy of the DD214 is required. For periods of driving self-employment used to achieve qualifying experience, driver must provide a valid DOT number and verifiable insurance for the entire period. |
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Policy Against Unemployment- even if it is accounted for |
Will review |
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Terminated Applicants |
Drivers discharged for safety reasons by a prior employer require 6 months of verified subsequent safe driving in a CMV in order to be eligible for employment consideration. If discharged from a non-driving job, U.S. Xpress will attempt to verify experience and will request a statement from the driver listing all jobs in the last 3 years. The driver’s statement will be used for eligibility if a previous employer fails to provide reasons for discharge. If a Driver was termed for a non safety reason, it will be looked at case by case * Will review others |
| Felony Convictions – How old must they be? Based off the conviction date? What are the “silver bullets”? |
All felonies and misdemeanors relating to sex, drugs, violence, or theft will be individually reviewed by Corporate Security. U.S. Xpress reviews all convictions in a fair and unbiased manner, without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, national, origin, or any other protected class. Corporate Security will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether any convictions or pending charges make an individual unfit to drive for U.S. Xpress. * Criminal Background Process – There is now a security team that reviews any file with a criminal background. During this process, the driver may be asked to participate in an interview with the security team. The review typically takes about 24-48 hours. Please note that USX does not approve or deny criminal files, and recruiters do not have access to criminal reports. |
| Misdemeanors- How old must they be? Automatic DQ’s? |
All felonies and misdemeanors relating to sex, drugs, violence, or theft will be individually reviewed by Corporate Security. U.S. Xpress reviews all convictions in a fair and unbiased manner, without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, national, origin, or any other protected class. Corporate Security will conduct an individualized assessment to determine whether any convictions or pending charges make an individual unfit to drive for U.S. Xpress. * Criminal Background Process – There is now a security team that reviews any file with a criminal background. During this process, the driver may be asked to participate in an interview with the security team. The review typically takes about 24-48 hours. Please note that USX does not approve or deny criminal files, and recruiters do not have access to criminal reports. |
| DUI/DWI- What is the max number and what time frames do they need to fall outside of? |
No DUI/DWI within the past 10 years if the offense occurred while they held a CDL-A or Commercial Learners Permit. No DUI/DWI within the last 5 years if the offense occurred prior to getting a CDL-A or Commercial Learners Permit. No Multiple DUI/DWI’s. No DUI/DWI in a commercial vehicle. * Criminal Background Process – There is now a security team that reviews any file with a criminal background. During this process, the driver may be asked to participate in an interview with the security team. The review typically takes about 24-48 hours. Please note that USX does not approve or deny criminal files, and recruiters do not have access to criminal reports. |
| Is Haz-Mat Required? Is there a grace period for driver to obtain it? |
Varies by position |
| Reimbursed for Haz-Mat? | Will reimburse for Background Investigation that is needed for Hazmat |
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Automatic DQ’s |
No speeding in a school or construction zone in the last 6 months while holding a Class A CDL, Outside of 3 months if not holding a CDL More than three moving violations in the past three years More than two moving violation in the last 12 months Any license suspensions in the last 12 months related to moving violations Open container driver or passenger convictions in the last 3 years in a POV for both Experienced and Student Drivers Fleeing or evading law enforcement while operating a CMV or while holding a Class A CDL – 3 years if holding CDL, 1 year if not holding CDL Motor vehicle traffic control violation (other than parking violation) resulting in a fatality RR Crossing violations in a CMV – 6 months if holding CDL, 3 months if not holding CDL No Drivers under contract with another carrier Failed/Refused drug screen in a lifetime *** Fore more details on Pre-Qualifications, see the “Qualifications” tab on the Information Sheet! |
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Drug Screening |
Hair Follicle & Urine No conviction or violation related to the use of a controlled substance in the past 10 years if the offense occurred while the driver held a CDL-A or Commercial Learners Permit No conviction or violation related to the use of a controlled substance within the last 5 years if the offense occurred prior to the driver obtaining a CDL-A or Commercial Learner’s Permit. *** Will not use nail clippings |
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DOT Physical Requirements |
As of March 2025 all driver have to take new dot physical – This is required US Xpress no longer requires Drivers to take a PST (Physical Standards Test) Drug testing will be done in Orientation * Applicant must be able to perform the essential functions described in the job description, with or without reasonable accommodation. Hold a valid medical certification card. Pass a DOT Physical Examination. |
CHECK THIS LIST FOR THE TRUCKING SCHOOL YOUR DRIVER ATTENDED
If the trucking school your driver attended is on this list they will not qualify for US Xpress
BENEFITS
Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance. Available after 30 days of employment. The 401K retirement plan is also available to you after 6 months.
You’ll also get paid vacation, training and orientation. Vacation will be 1 week after 1 year of employment, 2 weeks after 3 years, 3 weeks after 7 years and 4 weeks after 15 years.
100% PAID TUITION FOR ANY 2 FAMILY MEMBERS!
NEXT, GO OVER EQUIPMENT INFO
EQUIPMENT INFO
The US Xpress fleet of Internationals, Freightliners and Kenworths averages just 2 years old and their Road Ready Promise consists of a 6-point seat checklist, weekly truck inspection, and courtesy shift cleaning to keep you running right. Every truck is equipped with 1250 watt inverters. Cameras are not driver facing. They will record the sound (no video) inside of the cab if a triggered event takes place that will cause the outside cam to start recording (hard braking, swerving, collisions, lane departures, etc). All the trucks are automatics, so they will take a driver with an auto restriction. Top Speed is 68 mph.
Pets and riders are allowed as long as it’s not a local route. Riders must be at least 10 years of age (If under 18, must have legal custody of child), cannot possess a valid CDL license and there will be a $27.00 per month fee for insurance. You’re allowed 1 rider at a time. Teams are not allowed to have riders. Pets are limited to 1 dog and 1 cat per truck, must not exceed 80lbs. Cats do not have to be declawed IF they have cat caps on and aggressive dog breeds are prohibited. There will be a $500.00 Non-Refundable maintenance fee and a $10.00/week charge which will be deducted from your paycheck, $50 a week for 10 weeks.
NEXT, GO OVER CARRIER INFO
CARRIER INFO
US Xpress offers a family atmosphere where extra work is available on your off days if you want to earn more money. Their office staff has over 60 years combined experience with USX, and almost all of them have driven a semi.
They’ve implemented the Road Ready Promise to make sure drivers have a clean truck that is ready to run, and are investing in the program in three ways:
- Trucks will receive a pre-seat 6-point inspection and cleaning before new Dedicated drivers are seated after completing orientation.
- We have a Road Ready Crew that will clean and inspect trucks at slip seat locations weekly.
- We’re asking slip seat drivers to do their part by making sure their slip seat truck is clean at the end of their shift.
US XPRESS offers free college for company drivers and their children. With their full ride program they will pay 100% of the college tuition for two family members at a time; either 2 dependent children or the driver and one dependent.
Learn more at usxfullride.com
NEXT, GO OVER ORIENTATION INFO
| Presentation | See Hiring Map Link |
| Driver Types | Solos – Not hiring for Students Teams – Pre-Made ONLY Lease Purchase |
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Types of Runs |
OTR Dedicated |
| Type of Freight | Dry Van |
| Type of Equipment | 3 years or newer; Freightliners * No Fridges * Double Bunks for Team Trucks Only * Cameras are not driver facing. They will record the inside of the cab if a triggered event takes place that will cause the outside cam to start recording (hard braking, swerving, collisions, lane departures, etc). By record the inside of the truck, that just means the noise/sounds, no camera. |
| Transmission Type | All Automatics *** Will take a Driver with an Automatic Restriction On Their License! |
| Average age of tractor | 2 years old or newer |
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Is truck permanently assigned to the driver? |
Yes |
| Truck Speed | 68 mph |
| Can truck be taken home for time off? | Yes |
| Is truck equipped with Invertors / APU’s? | Trucks are equipped with 1250 watt inverters No APU’s |
| % of Drop and Hook | 85% |
| % of No Touch | 99% (See job info pages for specific details) |
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% are Haz-Mat Loads |
Varies |
| Detention Pay | $12.50 an hour after the second hour |
| Layover/Breakdown Pay | $100 a day except for Sunday and as long as the driver is not within 75 miles of their home or a terminal |
| Pay | See Hiring Map link above |
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Lease Purchase Pay |
Sliding pay scale $.84-1.20 per mile Long Haul pays less Short hauls pay more |
| Type of Driver Pay | Rand Mcnally |
| When are drivers paid? | Weekly |
| How are drivers paid? | Check Direct Deposit Comdata |
| Pay Increase | Yearly |
| Primary Running Areas | East of I-35 |
| Average Miles per wk. | 2500 miles per week |
| Average Length of Haul | 550 miles |
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Home Time / Days Out |
10-14 out and 2 off for OTR Regional – Home weekly |
| Average Weekly Pay | $950 week (depends on the run) |
| Driver Vacation Info | 1 week |
| How is Driver Vacation Calculated? | 52 week average |
| Per Diem | https://www.usxjobs.com/per-diem-advantage-pay-calculator/ |
| EZ Pass provided | Yes |
| Pre-Pass Provided | Yes |
| Toll Cards Provided (Which toll cards?) | Yes |
| Type of Fuel Card | Trans Card |
| New York City | Non forced |
| Rider Policy | Must be at least 10 years of age (If under 18, must have legal custody of child) Riders cannot possess a valid CDL license $27.00 per month for insurance Only 1 rider allowed at any given time Teams may not have a rider in the truck Once A Driver is solo, they may have a rider *** Drivers can have riders as long as it is not a local account |
| Pet Policy | There is a $500.00 Non-Refundable maintenance fee and a $10.00/week charge Deducted from the Driver’s Check – $50 a week for 10 weeks Limited to only 1 Dog or 1 Cat per truck Must not exceed 80 lbs Cats – The Cat DOES NOT have to be declawed IF they have the cat caps on Dogs – Aggressive breeds are prohibited |
| Is there 24 hour dispatch? | Yes |
| Does driver have routing / fuel stop flexibility? | No |
| Qualcomm Provided | Driver Tech is used instead of Qualcomm |
| Paid Orientation? | See Orientation accordion |
| How Long Is Orientation? | 3 Days |
| Orientation Is Held Where? | See Orientation accordion |
| What Day(s) Does Orientation Start/End? |
Starts: Monday’s & Wednesday’s Ends: Wednesday’s & Friday’s |
| Lodging Provided (Where will the driver be staying?) |
US XPRESS Rooms are double occupancy Driver can get a single room for $30 – 40 per night paid by the Driver Please see the “Orientation” tab on the Information sheet for more info |
| Meals Provided (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | Breakfast – Hotel Lunch Dinner |
| Travel Provided (Bus / Plane /Car Rental) |
US Xpress Bus |
| Benefits | Starts after 30 days *** See Benefit Guide in the info sheet |
| 401k | Yes Will match up to 5% |
ORIENTATION INFO (USXORT)
Orientation consists of one day of in-classroom training in which you’ll receive $50 and 2-3 days of ride-along training at $100 per day.
| How Long Is Orientation? | · 3 Days |
| Orientation Is Held Where? | Use code ‘USXORT’ in Mapping |
| What Day(s) Does Orientation Start/End? |
Starts: Monday’s & Wednesday’s Ends: Wednesday’s & Friday’s |
| Lodging Provided (Where will the driver be staying?) |
· Rooms are single occupancy |
| Meals Provided (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | · Breakfast – Hotel · Lunch · Dinner |
| Travel Provided (Bus / Plane /Car Rental) | Bus |
UPON COMPLETION OF THE PRESENTATION RETURN TO THE CLOSE