UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division) vs Walmart Transportation
The two highest-paying CDL positions in America. UPS feeder offers Teamsters union wages and daily home time. Walmart offers the highest guaranteed base pay with weekly home time. Both are aspirational positions.
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
- Pay
- $80,000 - $120,000+
- Fleet
- 18,000+ tractor-trailers
- Rating
- 4.5/5
Walmart Transportation
- Pay
- $87,000 - $110,000+
- Fleet
- 12,000+ trucks
- Rating
- 4.7/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
UPS feeder earns $80K-$120K+ with overtime potential.
Walmart Transportation
Walmart pays $87K-$110K+ guaranteed with safety bonuses.
Home Time
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Home daily on hub-to-hub routes.
Walmart Transportation
Home weekly on regional DC routes.
Benefits
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Teamsters health, pension, overtime, stock purchase -- the best in trucking.
Walmart Transportation
6% 401(k) match, stock purchase with 15% discount, full health.
Training/Support
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Most positions filled internally. Extremely competitive.
Walmart Transportation
30 months verifiable experience required.
Equipment/Technology
UPS (Tractor-Trailer Division)
Large, well-maintained fleet.
Walmart Transportation
One of the newest private fleets in America.
Our Verdict
UPS feeder has the highest ceiling with overtime, daily home time, and the best benefits in trucking. Walmart has a higher guaranteed base and is slightly more accessible to outside applicants. Both represent the pinnacle of driving careers. Most drivers would be thrilled to land either position.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is harder to get?
UPS feeder. Most positions go to internal UPS employees with years of seniority. Walmart hires externally but requires 30 months experience.
Which has better benefits?
UPS. Teamsters health and pension are the gold standard in trucking.
Can I earn $120K+ at either?
UPS feeder can with overtime. Walmart drivers with max safety bonuses can approach $115-120K but $120K is less common.