Top Trucking Companies in America
Choosing the right trucking company can make or break your career. Here are the top carriers based on pay, benefits, equipment, and driver reviews.
Top 10 Large Carriers
- Schneider National - Great training program, modern equipment, $55K-$90K
- J.B. Hunt - Excellent benefits, intermodal opportunities, $60K-$100K
- Werner Enterprises - Good training, consistent miles, $50K-$80K
- Swift Transportation - Largest CDL training program, $45K-$75K
- Knight Transportation - Modern fleet, regional options, $55K-$85K
- Heartland Express - Great pay per mile, home time, $60K-$90K
- Prime Inc - Training program, flatbed/reefer/tanker, $50K-$85K
- CRST - Team driving specialist, training, $55K-$80K
- Roehl Transport - Excellent training, $55K-$80K
- Maverick Transportation - Flatbed specialist, $60K-$95K
What to Look For in a Carrier
- Pay structure (per mile vs. percentage vs. salary)
- Home time policy
- Equipment age and quality
- Benefits (health, dental, 401k)
- Training and career development
- Company culture and driver treatment