How to Maximize Your Truck Driver Pay at Melton
Melton Truck Lines is known for its commitment to drivers, offering competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities to earn more. Our base pay is one of the highest in the industry for new drivers, but that’s not all we offer. If you’re looking to maximize your paycheck while driving for Melton, here are five ways to maximize your earning potential:
1. Take Advantage of Tarp and Securement Pay
Flatbed trucking involves additional responsibilities like tarping and load securement. At Melton, drivers earn extra pay for tarping and securing loads, so don’t shy away from these tasks. It’s not just an added responsibility; it’s an easy way to boost your paycheck. This adds up to thousands of additional dollars per year, on top of our base pay.
2. Participate in the Referral Program
Melton has a generous driver referral program. If you know someone interested in the flatbed trucking industry, refer them to Melton. Each successful referral could mean a nice bonus in your pocket, offering up to $1000 for experienced drivers, and $750 for new drivers.
3. Capitalize on Fuel Efficiency Bonuses
Fuel-efficient driving not only benefits the company but also your wallet. Melton offers a Fuel Bonus program to drivers who maintain optimal fuel usage. Learn and implement strategies to drive more efficiently directly from our fuel bonus experts, who can share multiple best practices and personalized adjustments you can make to achieve those criteria. Want to learn more about how you can conserve fuel as a truck driver? Check out our tips to increase your MPG blog.
4. Take on the Road Warrior Program
Our OTR drivers are on the road for weeks at a time. Because of that, Melton offers the Road Warrior Program – every 3 weeks a driver is on the road, drivers have the option to choose between an extra day of home time or some extra cash.
5. Train to Become a Road Trainer
Melton drivers with at least 12 months under their belt can apply to become Road Trainer, earning additional pay for mentoring new recruits. If you have a passion for teaching and want to help in ushering in the next generation of Melton Drivers, this is a fantastic way to add to your income.
Earning more at Melton isn’t just about the miles, as many of the opportunities we offer could launch you on a bigger career path. From bonuses to specialized pay, there are many ways to boost your pay, all from the comfort of your cab. Curious what your earning potential could look like at Melton Truck Lines? Try out our truck driver pay estimator here.