U.S. Xpress

Founded in 1985 by Max Fuller and Patrick Quinn, U.S. Xpress grew from 48 trucks into one of the largest truckload carriers in North America. In 2023, U.S. Xpress joined the Knight-Swift family of brands (NYSE: KNX) — the industry''s largest full truckload carrier — bringing together unmatched network reach, technology investment, and freight volume. Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, U.S. Xpress operates approximately 7,000 tractors and 15,000+ trailers across all 48 contiguous states, with 18 full-service terminal and shop locations nationwide. Drivers covered over 433 million miles and delivered more than 1 million loads in a single year. Equipment averages 18 months old or newer — one of the newest fleets in the industry.

Driving opportunities at U.S. Xpress:

Dedicated Drivers — Consistent home time (daily or weekly depending on account); consistent stops and freight; stop and unload pay; sign-on bonuses may be available; avg $70,000+/year; up to 80 CPM + up to $15,000 sign-on on select accounts; 98% no-touch freight
OTR Solo — All 48 states; 2,000+ miles/week; flexible home time (no set home time policy — you choose your balance); avg $1,140–$1,410/week; late-model Freightliner Cascadias
OTR Team — Avg 5,500+ miles/week; teams avg $200,000/year combined; $5,000 sign-on bonus (split); top shop and load priority; doubles endorsement earns extra pay on every double load
Regional Drivers — Home weekly; predictable schedule; consistent lanes; Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, and Southwest regions available; avg $1,000–$1,200/week depending on region
Lease Purchase — No money down, no credit check; avg $100,000+/year after expenses; sliding pay scale based on length of haul; 100% of fuel surcharge; no forced dispatch; 98% no-touch freight
Owner Operators — No forced dispatch; 100% fuel surcharge; maintenance discounts; 98% no-touch freight; strong freight network backed by Knight-Swift volume
Student / New CDL Drivers — Earn $650/week during PDOP training; 2 pay raises in first year; 4-phase training curriculum with Driver Development Specialists; full-time employee from day one with benefits; tuition assistance/reimbursement available through partner schools
Driver Trainers — Supplement income by up to $20,000/year training new students; requires CDL-A with clean record
Veteran Programs — Post 9/11 GI Bill® Apprenticeship Program with advanced rate of pay; active military outreach and support

Why drivers choose U.S. Xpress:

One of the newest fleets on the road — trucks averaging 18 months old with late-model Freightliner Cascadias; self-shifting transmissions; forward-facing event recorders
18 terminal/shop locations nationwide — open 24/7 for maintenance, showers, and driver support
24/7 Driver Support team — experienced pros available anytime for load, breakdown, or routing help
Million Miler Program — celebrates drivers who reach 1M, 2M, and 3M safe miles
Driver Referral Program — earn $1,500 for every experienced company driver you refer
Benefits package: health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) — all available after 60 days of employment
Rider and pet policy for OTR and regional drivers
HazMat endorsement reimbursement up to $100
Knight-Swift backing means freight volume, stability, and career growth opportunities across a family of brands

Pay and benefits are subject to change. Contact a recruiter for current details: (866) 646-5886.