Otr truck driving

What is OTR Trucking?

OTR, or over-the-road trucking, is a type of trucking that requires drivers to stay out for multiple weeks at a time. OTR truck driving sends truckers all across North America, which differs from regional and local trucking where drivers are limited to a particular area. Melton does not require drivers to have any previous OTR experience before applying for an OTR position.

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Over-The-Road Drivers Wanted: Experienced and Recent CDL Grads

Whether you are an experienced driver, recent grad, or transitioning veteran, if you want to start trucking OTR, we have OTR trucking positions available!

Average 2200-2500 miles/week
$0.52 cpm – $0.65 cpm – based on experience
US DOL & VA Apprenticeship Program
$100 Tarp Pay
Up to $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement
Fuel Bonus – up to $6,000 annually for meeting MPG requirements
Excellent Benefits – Medical, Dental, 401K, Telemedicine, and More
Late-Model Equipment
24/7 Driver Support
Flexible Home Time – Bank Unlimited Days!
Road Warrior Program – Choose Additional Home Time or Extra Cash
Qualifying Veterans Can Earn Up to an Extra $19,000 Within Your 1st Year
No Touch Freight
68 MPH Trucks

Pay and Bonuses

14 CPM per diem
$100 tarp pay – This translates to an additional $10,000 or more in annual compensation.
Extra stop/repower pay
6 CPM extra for Canada and hazmat loads
16 CPM extra for over dimensional loads
Fuel Bonus – up to $6,000 annually for meeting MPG requirements
Road Warrior Program – Extra layer of flexibility giving OTR drivers the option to choose an additional day of home time or extra cash based on the amount of time they are out on the road.
Numerous Career Path Options for drivers to earn additional cash – Road Recruiter, Road Dawg, Melton Influencer, Road Trainer, and Melton Mentor.

Learn More on our Pay PAge

Qualified Driving Experience	Base Pay per Mile
0-5 months	52 CPM
6-11 months	53 CPM
1-3 years	58 CPM
3+ years	60 CPM
After 120,000 Melton miles	60 CPM
After 240,000 Melton miles	61 CPM
After 360,000 Melton miles	62 CPM
After 600,000 Melton miles	63 CPM
After 900,000 Melton miles	64 CPM
After 1,200,000 Melton miles	65 CPM

Requirements for oTR Driving:

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Must be 21 years of age or older

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No BACs, DUIs, or DWIs in the last five years

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Must have a valid Class A CDL from the state you reside in

Need a CDL? Check out our CDL School Finder here and find one that’s right for you.

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Must meet all applicable DOT Regulations including a DOT physical and NIDA approved drug screen

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Must pass an integrity interview and meet Melton’s work attendance and availability requirements

Military Veterans Succeed at Melton

Melton honors military veterans and transitioning service members by offering VA apprenticeships, veteran resources, and so much more! Please check out our military page for more information.

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!

Melton offers a dynamic veteran’s resource group focused on supporting our veterans and military members transitioning into OTR work. Through our relationships with various veteran organizations, we have access to the resources necessary to aid in successful career outcomes for military members.

Driver Benefits and More

Health Insurance & Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Dental Insurance & Coverage

Vision Reimbursement

Melton’s 401(k) Program

Paid Vacation

On-Site Gym & Wellness Program

Pet & Rider Pass Program