Averitt Express
$55,000 - $85,000Local, Regional, LTL, Dedicated, Truckload
Very High Demand
Dedicated Routes Jobs in Tennessee
Browse dedicated trucking positions across Tennessee with top carriers hiring now.
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Demand Level
Very High
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Dedicated Trucking in Tennessee
Tennessee stretches from Memphis (FedEx hub and Mississippi River intermodal) along I-40 to Nashville and Knoxville, with strong automotive and retail distribution freight. Dedicated demand in Tennessee is very high, with fixed retail, grocery, and manufacturing accounts that use Tennessee DCs and plants as home bases.
Top Companies Hiring Dedicated Drivers in TN
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Covenant Transport
$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
US Xpress (Knight-Swift)
$52,000 - $82,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team
USA Truck (DB Schenker)
$50,000 - $75,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated
Driving job listings in Tennessee
These listings are not job offers from this website, and this site does not employ the driver. If a carrier is not named, the card is a description of a type of seat, not an offer of employment.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$60,500 - $85,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$62,500 - $88,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$63,500 - $89,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$66,500 - $94,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$70,000 - $99,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$56,500 - $80,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$46,500 - $66,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$53,000 - $74,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Truck Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver Driver
$58,000 - $81,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$45,500 - $64,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Dedicated Jobs in Tennessee
Memphis
Tennessee
Nashville
Tennessee
Knoxville
Tennessee
Chattanooga
Tennessee
Clarksville
Tennessee
Key Freight Routes in Tennessee
1
I-40 (Memphis to Nashville to Knoxville)
2
I-65 (Nashville to Alabama and Kentucky)
3
I-24 (Nashville to Chattanooga)
Requirements for Dedicated Driving in TN
- Valid CDL-A license
- 6+ months to 1 year CDL-A experience (varies by account)
- Clean MVR and safety record
- DOT physical card
- Reliability and punctuality (dedicated accounts have strict schedules)
- Customer service skills for shipper interactions
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Dedicated Trucking Jobs in Tennessee — FAQs
How much do dedicated truck drivers make in Tennessee?
This page does not publish a dollar pay band for dedicated drivers in Tennessee. The figure that used to appear here was an unsourced regional multiplier, and every state in the same region showed the same band. Ask the carrier for the rate. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
What dedicated accounts are available in Tennessee?
Tennessee has dedicated accounts with major retailers, grocery chains, and manufacturers. Large carriers like Schneider, J.B. Hunt, and Werner operate dedicated divisions in TN serving accounts including Walmart, Amazon, and regional grocery distributors. Dedicated positions in Tennessee typically offer weekly home time and consistent miles.
Are trucking companies in Tennessee hiring dedicated drivers in 2026?
Yes — dedicated driver demand in Tennessee is very high heading into 2026. Tennessee is one of the top hiring markets for dedicated drivers, with multiple carriers offering sign-on bonuses, increased CPM rates, and accelerated hiring processes. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in TN.