Team Driving Jobs

Team driving puts two CDL drivers in one truck, allowing the rig to stay moving virtually around the clock. While one driver sleeps in the sleeper berth, the other drives. This doubles the daily mileage compared to a solo driver and enables time-sensitive freight to move faster across the country.

Team positions pay a premium because of the productivity gains. Each driver on a team typically earns $65,000 to $100,000 per year, with top teams exceeding six figures. Carriers like Covenant Transport, Knight-Swift, and Werner Enterprises run dedicated team fleets hauling expedited and high-value freight.

The biggest challenge of team driving is compatibility. You share a small living space with your co-driver 24/7 for weeks at a time. Successful teams are often married couples, siblings, or close friends who already know they can coexist in tight quarters. Some carriers will match solo drivers into teams, but chemistry is not guaranteed.

Team driving is ideal if you want maximum earnings and do not mind the social dynamics of shared space. Many carriers prioritize teams for their most lucrative dedicated accounts -- hauling electronics, medical supplies, and other time-sensitive freight that shippers pay premium rates to move quickly.