Eastern Regional Fleet

Join Melton’s eastern fleet – Regional Routes with otr miles!

Limited Positions Available – Call Our Recruiting Team to Verify Availability.

$0.52 cpm – $0.65 cpm – based on experience
Average 1,750-2,200 miles/week
Run in Central/Eastern time zones
US DOL & VA Apprenticeship Program
Up to $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement
Excellent Benefits – Medical, Dental, 401K, Telemedicine, and More
Late-Model Equipment
24/7 Driver Support
No Touch Freight
Fuel Bonus – up to $6,000 annually for meeting MPG requirements
Flexible Hometime – Bank Unlimited Days!
- - On average this fleet allows drivers to get through the house 1-2 more times a month in addition to home time requests!

requirements:

Must live in the following areas: NE, KS, IA, MO, AR, IL, IN, OH, KY, WV, VA, PA, NY, MA, RI, CT, NJ, MD, DE, East NC, North FL, West TX, and far southern WI and MI.
Minimum OTR Experience: 6-12 months
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a valid Class A CDL from the state you reside in
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

Military Veterans:

With over 30% of employees that have served in the Military, Melton understands that transitioning back to civilian life can be challenging and overwhelming. Melton honors military veterans and transitioning service members by offering VA apprenticeships, veteran resources, and so much more! Please visit 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 transitioning military members. Through our relationships with various veteran organizations, we have access to the resources necessary to aid in successful career outcomes for military members

Extra Pay & 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
Driver referral bonus: $750 – $1,000
CSA inspection bonuses
Driver Trainer/Safety Trainer/Mentor/Road Recruiter Pay
Competetive Layover/Detention Pay
Fuel Bonus – up to $6,000 annually for meeting MPG requirements
Numerous Career Path Options for drivers to earn additional cash – Road Recruiter, Road Dawg, Melton Influencer, Road Trainer, and Melton Mentor.

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