Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers

BIG PAY. BIG START. BIGGER POTENTIAL

Earn up to $200,000+ per year

CHOICES THAT MOVE YOUR CAREER

Company, Owner Op, & Lease Purchase paths

ROLL EASY, RUN SMART

99% no-touch freight that keeps you moving

Next Step: Speak to Recruiter

Why Drive for Dart?

We’re bringing more pay, more paths, and more possibilities to your local area! Company seat or contractor, lease today or own tomorrow—Dart gives CDL-A truck drivers the freedom to choose the future they want.

Pick steady miles and stability, ride high as your own boss, or step into truck ownership with programs designed to reduce risk and increase earning power. Pair that with easy freight, strong support, and multiple fleet choices, and you’ve got a career that can run as far as you want it to.

Lease Purchase Job Details

Earn like an owner from day one. Top lease drivers gross $200,000+ per year, earning $1.12/mi loaded + FSC and $1.07/mi empty + FSC with steady, easy freight to keep your business moving.
Start with confidence — $0 down. Step into ownership with no financial barriers and predictable payments.
Affordable weekly payments keep you profitable. Expect reasonable weekly payments — $550 or less — plus a $1 balloon payment at lease completion, keeping your early costs low while you build your business.
Run newer trucks built for comfort & performance. Operate late-model Freightliners equipped with inverters, Bluetooth, SiriusXM, bunk heating/cooling, and more.
Build your business without the risk. Go all-in toward ownership with our lease purchase program, or limit risks with our lease operator model. Get ownership-style earning power with lower upfront costs, no plate fees, no service fees, and no out-of-pocket repair bills on all-inclusive leases.

Owner Operator Details

National Fleet – Predictable Pay, Proven Earnings

Mileage pay that delivers consistency. Earn $1.12/mi loaded + fuel surcharge and $1.07/mi empty + fuel surcharge, with top contractors grossing $200,000+ per year on steady, no-touch freight.
Support that keeps your business running smooth. Enjoy no forced dispatch or dispatch fees, on-demand settlements, free plates, fuel surcharge paid on all miles, plus layover, detention, Hazmat, and mileage incentives.
Bonuses built for long-term success. New contractors can earn a $2,000 maintenance bonus, plus ongoing rewards through Dart Diamond and a $3,000 referral bonus.

Open Network – Maximum Freedom, Maximum Control

Percentage pay with unlimited flexibility. Earn 75% of the all-in rate and book the loads you want—run the lanes, markets, and schedules that fit your business goals.
Low-cost setup that keeps more money in your pocket. Operate with no plate fees, no service fees, no forced dispatch, and instant settlements—just clean, contractor-friendly terms.
Rewards that stack up. Open Network contractors also earn Dart Diamond Rewards and a $3,000 referral bonus, giving you extra upside while running fully independent.

Company Driver Job Details

Strong weekly pay with benefits that kick in fast. Company drivers earn 55-61CPM with top performers making up to $80,000 a year, enjoy weekly paychecks, paid orientation, and a full benefits package starting after just 30 days.
Home time that keeps life in rhythm. Company drivers are typically home every 10–14 days, giving you predictable resets without slowing down your weekly earning power.
Easy-running freight across a wide, driver-friendly network. Run 80% drop-and-hook freight across Dart’s 30-state network, giving you miles you can count on and smoother weeks with less waiting and more earning.
Bonuses that boost your paycheck. $2,000 sign-on bonus available depending on your location, performance incentives, and referral rewards.

*All pay & bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details.

There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.