CDL-A Flatbed Student Truck Driver - $0.52 to $0.65 per mile in North Chicago, IL - Melton Truck Lines

CDL A OTR Flatbed Drivers Wanted: Experienced and Recent Grads – Veterans Encouraged to Apply!

Melton welcomes recent CDL school graduates and drivers that have not had any over-the-road (OTR) driving experience. Start earning 52 CPM as an entry level driver and rise to 58 CPM within your first year with Melton – Don’t forget about their $100 tarp pay per load, for an additional $10,000 or more annually for all drivers, new or experienced.

Whether you are an experienced driver, recent grad, or transitioning military veteran, we have a place for you!

• Average 2,200 - 2,500 miles/week
• $0.52 cpm - $0.65 cpm – Based on Experience
• US DOL & VA Apprenticeship Program
• Up to $10,000 in Tuition Reimbursement
• $100 Tarp Pay
• Excellent Benefits – Medical, Dental, 401k, Telemedicine, and More
• Late-Model Equipment
• 24/7 Driver Support
• Flexible OTR Hometime – Bank Unlimited Days!
• Qualified Veterans Can Earn up to an extra $19,000 within their 1st year
• No Touch Freight
• 68 MPH Trucks

Pay:

0-5 months   -   52¢ per mile

6-11 months -  53¢ per mile

1-2 years   -   58¢ per mile

3+ years   -   60¢ per mile

After 120,000 Melton miles   -   60¢ per mile

After 240,000 Melton miles   -  61¢ per mile

After 360,000 Melton miles   -   62¢ per mile

After 600,000 Melton miles   -   63¢ per mile

After 900,000 Melton miles   -   64¢ per mile

After 1,200,000 Melton miles   -   65¢ per mile

** Veterans with military driving experience could qualify for an additional 6 cpm in starting pay! **

Home Time:

• Flexible Home Domicile
• Bank unlimited Days
• Drivers are out a minimum 2-3 weeks at a time depending on home domicile.

Military Veterans:

Melton honors military veterans and transitioning service members by offering VA apprenticeships, veteran resources, and so much more!

• Qualifying veterans could receive up to an additional $19,000 of tax-free BAH within their first year. If they opt to remain in the program for the full 24-months, they could receive over $29,000 of tax-free BAH!

Equipment:

Melton Truck Lines has some of the newest equipment in the industry. The average age is 1.7 years old! We assign trucks to individual drivers which means the truck stays with YOU even on home time.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Free on-site health clinics and dental exams
• 401(k) retirement program
• On-site gym, workout facilities, and personal trainer
• Dedicated driver services team
• 24/7 safety helpline
• Telemedicine – Professional medical assistance from your phone.
• Flexible home domicile
• Pet Program – 90 lbs or less dog or cat
• Rider Program – 18+ years old year-round, 10+ years old during summer months

Based out of Tulsa, OK, Melton Truck Lines has been running for nearly 70 years with a reputation of excellence and stability in the trucking industry. We take pride in our driver-focused culture of safety, professionalism, and family. 

With multiple career path options, extra pay for tarping, fuel bonuses, per diem plans, and more - Melton’s pay and benefits package can’t be beat!

Melton aims to remain ahead of the competition with free on-site clinics and dentists, 24/7 driver help desk, rider and pet programs, and much more. We are looking for the next driver to call Melton home. Is that you?

• Must Have a Valid CDL-A
• Minimum 21 Years Old
• No BACs, DUIs, or DWIs in the last 5 years
• Must meet all applicable DOT Regulations including a DOT physical and NIDA approved drug screen administered by a Melton Truck Lines physician
• Must pass an integrity interview and meet Melton’s work attendance and availability requirements