Heartland Express
North Liberty, IAFleet: 5,000+ trucks
About Heartland Express
Heartland Express is a major irregular-route truckload carrier focused on short-to-medium haul lanes. Known for getting drivers home more frequently than typical OTR carriers, Heartland operates primarily in the eastern two-thirds of the U.S.
Key Information
Pay Range
$55,000 - $80,000
Min Experience
1 year CDL-A preferred (some recent graduate programs)
Fleet Size
5,000+ trucks
Headquarters
North Liberty, IA
Job Types Available
OTRRegionalDedicated
Driver Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid orientation
- Late-model Freightliner equipment
- Weekly home time options
Pay & Benefits
Overall Pay
$55,000 - $80,000
Pay Schedule
Weekly direct deposit
Sign-On Bonus
Up to $5,000 for experienced drivers
Heartland Express Driver Review
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