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Growing Demand

Team Driving Jobs in New York

Browse team trucking positions across New York with top carriers hiring now.

Average Pay

$73,000 - $112,000

Demand Level

Growing

Top Carriers

5+ Hiring

Key Cities

5+ Markets

Team Trucking in New York

Team drivers based in New York run time-sensitive freight along the I-95 corridor and beyond, hauling expedited loads for retailers, medical supply companies, and technology firms across the Northeast. Team driving demand in New York is growing, with carriers offering premium mileage rates and sign-on bonuses for qualified driver pairs.

Top Companies Hiring Team Drivers in NY

Covenant Transport

$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
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US Xpress (Knight-Swift)

$52,000 - $82,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team
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Forward Air

$60,000 - $90,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Expedited, Owner-Operator
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PAM Transport

$48,000 - $78,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Automotive
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CRST International

$48,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Flatbed
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Top Cities for Team Jobs in New York

New York City

New York

Syracuse

New York

Rochester

New York

Buffalo

New York

Albany

New York

Key Freight Routes in New York

1

I-87 (NYC to Albany, Thruway)

2

I-90 (Albany to Buffalo, Thruway)

3

I-95 (NYC to Connecticut)

Requirements for Team Driving in NY

  • Both drivers must hold valid CDL-A licenses
  • 1+ year CDL-A experience for each team member
  • Clean MVR for both drivers
  • Ability to sleep in a moving truck
  • Compatible driving schedules and communication skills
  • DOT physical cards for both drivers

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Team Trucking Jobs in New York — FAQs

How much do team truck drivers make in New York?

Team truck drivers in New York earn $73,000 - $112,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in New York run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses of $3,000 to $15,000 are common at major carriers actively hiring in NY.

Which carriers hire team drivers in New York?

Major carriers with team driving programs recruit in New York, including national fleets running expedited and time-sensitive freight. Team positions based in NY typically run coast-to-coast or to specific high-demand corridors. Most carriers offer team-specific sign-on bonuses and assigned late-model trucks with team amenities.

Are trucking companies in New York hiring team drivers in 2026?

Yes — team driver demand in New York is growing heading into 2026. The team segment in New York is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in NY.