<img height="1" width="1" style="display:none" src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=413659065748505&amp;ev=PageView&amp;noscript=1">

What drives you?

No matter what type of driving you prefer, Averitt has an opportunity for you.
Averitt Team Driving

Prefer a career off the road?

Non-driving careers to support our driving force

Benefits that go on for miles

Averitt is a premier carrier with top-notch perks

Top Pay

If you're looking for top pay packages, Averitt has what you're looking for, and then some.

Pay Packages

Top Benefits

We think we have the best team in the world, and we set up our benefits to show it.

Top Benefits

Top Equipment

Professional equipment with state-of-the-art safety tech for our driving force.

See the Fleet

Top Facilities

100+ safe, secure facilities in 21 states. Your home away from home.

Facility Network

Training for your Career

Need some guidance to step up to your future goals? We can help.
Ready to get started but don't fully meet the requirements? We have training programs for you!
Training Programs
Start on the dock and our experienced trainers will help you earn your CDL-A.
Dock-to-Driver
Averitt's current leaders started right where you are now. Get started today!
Promote From Within
What to expect when getting started with Averitt's orientation and onboarding.
Orientation Overview

Who is Averitt?

A 50-year company of professional, caring associates

The Averitt Story

winnerscircle

A career opportunity over 50 years in the making. Through it all, Averitt has been growing and thriving. Here's why.

Averitt's 50+ Year Story

Culture

Our culture of professionalism and giving is part of who we are on a deep level.

Our Culture

Over 20 Team

Nearly 17% of our teammates have found a home at Averitt for 20 years or longer. 

Over 20 Team

Averitt Giving

We believe in generously giving back to the communities we serve.

Averitt Giving

Uniforms

Setting the professional standard in the transportation industry. Red looks good on us!

Averitt Uniforms

Career Resources

Watch, read and learn about life at Averitt and on the road.

Life on the Road (BLOG)

Averitt's blog about Life on the Road, with tips and experiences from real team members.
Life on the Road

Videos

Check out our video library to hear from actual associates and drivers about their experiences at Averitt.
Video Library

Averitt News

News about new developments at Averitt, including services, facilities, policies and personnel.
Averitt News

Library

A library of documents and downloads that can help you as you research your future career.
View the Library

Online reviews: Click below to read real reviews from Averitt drivers and associates.

indeed-logo-300x78-1
glassdoor-logo-1-300x60-1
Facebook-Logo-PNG-Clipart-1
Averitt reviews on Google

Ready to get started?

We are! Let's get connected!

Call Us Now

Our staff of recruiters is available to call Monday-Saturday. Give us a call now!
Call 1-888-AVERITT

Live Chat Now

Chat now with our recruiter team to get the answers to your questions.
Live Chat Now

Get Pre-Qualified

Answer a few quick questions to determine where you best fit at Averitt.
Get Pre-Qualified

Frequent Questions

Get the answers to our most frequent questions - or ask your own!
See the FAQ

Averitt Salutes You

Whether your last day serving was yesterday or a decade ago, you've earned the right to be at ease.

Averitt Salutes You

Whether you’re current or former military, there’s a place for you on the Averitt team.
Be At Ease

Military Friendly

Averitt has been named as a Military Friendly Employer in an independent survey.
Learn more

Life on the Road

3 min read

How to find the highest paying truck driving jobs

Apr 1, 2019 11:30:00 AM

When it comes to looking for a truck driving job, what do you look for the most? Many drivers would say that how much money they’ll be able to make is the most important factor they consider when they’re looking at a potential new employer. While your income opportunity is definitely one piece of a job search, it’s important to remember that a driving job is more than the cents per mile you can earn.

“Instead of looking at CPM as the priority, drivers should look at the carrier as a whole and evaluate whether the company will give them enough to support their family,” says David Broyles, director of driver services for Averitt. “Consider the value each potential employer has to offer you, your career and your personal life.”

We get it - it’s easy to understand why more pay is beneficial. However, it’s not the only factor that contributes to making a potential employer a great place for associates. Here are some of the other available benefits you should look at when evaluating different carriers:

Insurance options

It’s important that you take a look at the cost of all the insurance options a potential employer is offering, as well as the coverage you’ll get. Find out if the carrier only offers medical plans or if they provide dental and vision benefits as well. Don’t forget to ask about prescription coverage, life and disability insurance, and whether or not you’ll have access to telemedicine for routine issues while you’re on the road. At Averitt, our insurance coverage includes free annual health screenings that can lower your premiums, annual stress tests, hearing aids, and discounts on coverage for non-smokers.

Equipment, training & facilities

See if the potential employer has multiple service centers or terminals available for drivers. These are convenient places to stop along your route - and give you the opportunity for a free shower! They’re also a safer alternative to truck stops. Averitt associates enjoy access to more than 100 locations where they can stop and rest with exercise facilities, showers, Wi-Fi and laundry available.

In addition to great equipment and the latest technology, you’ll also want to find out if the carrier covers any education or certifications. For instance, Averitt covers annual Hazmat renewals and background checks, which saves you $100-$125.

Additional pay opportunities

It’s not just about your pay per mile – carriers often provide other opportunities to increase your income. For some carriers, it can be as simple as paid orientation, paid time off, holiday pay, profit sharing, referral and reward programs, and minimum mileage pay (short haul pay). Averitt offers all of those plus $100 stop-off pay, $200 layover pay and per diem pay. Make sure you find out whether the carrier charges an admin fee for per diem pay. We’re proud to say that Averitt does not, which allows you to increase your weekly take-home pay by about $100 and reduce your taxable income.

Flex spending accounts

Flexible spending accounts, like those available at Averitt, are a great way to pay for some of your out-of-pocket health care costs. Since your contributions to this account are tax free, you can make your money go further in places where it’s most important.

Uniforms

Uniforms save drivers money because they eliminate the need to purchase additional clothes for driving. Averitt provides our drivers $150 annually for uniform purchases.

Overall culture and communication

Although company culture and communication are not fiscal advantages for your job, they are two of the most important things you’ll want to consider when looking for a driving job. Ask around about the carrier and do your research online to see what other people are saying about the culture.

At Averitt, we’re very proud to offer all of these great advantages. It’s one of the aspects of the company we’re most proud of. It’s also a big part of why so many Averitt associates stay for the long haul – nearly 15 percent of our associates are members of our Over 20 Team, those who have been with Averitt for at least 20 years. As a responsible employer and corporate citizen, Averitt and our associates take community involvement to a higher level by supporting various charities and community causes. Through Averitt Cares for Kids, which is 100-percent funded through associate contributions, we give to programs like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital that save the lives of children every day.

Wherever you decide to make your career home, we wish you the best on your job search. If you’re interested in learning more about an Averitt career, one of our recruiters would be happy to chat with you.

See All Open Positions and Apply

Topics: pay benefits

Averitt Careers
Written by Averitt Careers

Post a Comment

Featured