Old Dominion Freight Line vs UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
The best LTL carrier vs the best-paying feeder position. Old Dominion offers profit sharing and premium LTL. UPS feeder offers Teamsters wages and the highest total comp in driving.
Old Dominion Freight Line
- Pay
- $65,000 - $100,000+
- Fleet
- 10,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.5/5
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
- Pay
- $80,000 - $120,000+
- Fleet
- 18,000+ tractor-trailers
- Rating
- 4.5/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Old Dominion Freight Line
ODFL pays $65K-$100K+ with profit sharing.
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
UPS feeder earns $80K-$120K+ with overtime.
Home Time
Old Dominion Freight Line
City daily; linehaul weekly.
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Home daily on hub-to-hub routes.
Benefits
Old Dominion Freight Line
Profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase.
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Teamsters health, pension, overtime, stock -- best in trucking.
Training/Support
Old Dominion Freight Line
1 year required. Selective.
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Almost exclusively filled internally from package car.
Equipment/Technology
Old Dominion Freight Line
Modern fleet, 250+ terminals.
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Massive, well-maintained fleet.
Our Verdict
UPS feeder pays more but is nearly impossible to get without years of UPS package car experience. Old Dominion is accessible with 1 year CDL experience and pays exceptionally well with profit sharing. For realistic career planning, target Old Dominion. For the ultimate driving job, UPS feeder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just apply to UPS feeder?
External hiring is rare. Most feeder spots go to UPS package car drivers with seniority.
Is ODFL the more realistic target?
Yes. With 1 year CDL experience, you can apply to Old Dominion. UPS feeder requires a different path.
Which has better retirement?
UPS with Teamsters pension. ODFL's profit sharing + stock purchase is also excellent.