Top Paying Trucking Jobs in 2022 (That aren’t ice road trucking)

In this video, Jimmy talks about the top paying trucking jobs in the industry right now - from heavy haul drivers and hazmat haulers to car haulers. He’ll talk about what you need to work in the field and how much you can expect to make.
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[@OverTheRoadATS]

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[@NA-dh3dn]

Poor sleep, rarely ever find parking, dot stress, traffic stress, pissing in jugs, crapping in bags in your truck and virtually every company is not particularly interested in your time off or the efficient of your schedule to make consistent good money.

[@TTVZicaZachh]

Facts

[@OverTheRoadATS]

👆

[@pakaspirusangrerifamos5163]

True.

[@j.m.b5441]

I work for an LTL company doing linehaul and make about 100K, home every day and hourly paid waiting time.

[@2MuchSoul810]

Say the name of the company

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Yeah, what company?!

[@j.m.b5441]

@@2MuchSoul810 Southeastern Freight Lines

[@streetkem]

Did you start there or go there after a main company

[@zevoni]

I drive for saia line haul and make 100k + a year. Great company to drive for.

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Very nice!

[@el_mexicano6311]

Hook me up with a job

[@ayoogo]

night shift sucks

[@robo1989]

@@ayoogo so you want a day shift job, 6 hours work and 150k + salary??? What you'll do?? Sit n have a pizza 🍕? Lol 😄

[@ayoogo]

@@robo1989 nah but night shift not it

[@bighof2581]

Good info. In my experience in the midwest these are the best paying...UPS feeders at top pay - 150k potential. Fedex road driver 120k. Fuel hauling at kwik trip and a couple other companies 100k. Many other linehaul opportunities are 100k... just gotta be willing to grind and work crappy shifts sometimes. Truckin takes 60-70 hrs a week for the big bucks.

[@christiancortes3766]

Ups sleeper teams can make up to 200k but they do runs over 6k miles. I've done some of those but I couldn't do it all year long lol

[@royorkesjr.8386]

I work for FedEx Ground solo dedicated run over 91,000 gross home every day

[@theweatherman980]

I live in Huntley, Illinois just finished CDL school; how can I get in?

[@EduardoAVilla]

What state is that in? I’ve been driving for 3 years now I’m 26 years old. I looked up the average salary in my area for fedex & it told me around $55k per year.

[@royorkesjr.8386]

@@EduardoAVilla Louisiana

[@royorkesjr.8386]

@@EduardoAVilla I never heard of any FedEx Cdl jobs paying less 70 thousand a year...the good thing is that FedEx Ground a contracted bussiness so you don't work for FedEx you work for the contractor and if that contractor only pays 55k a year find another contractor they are a few contractors in every city

[@EduardoAVilla]

@@royorkesjr.8386 ahh I see! Thank you for that info I appreciate it.

[@jcrowe3065]

Wow. This info is informative.

[@OverTheRoadATS]

That's fantastic to hear! Thanks for watching 😀

[@GA-uc2um]

I drive for Sunbelt aerial equipment division. Great money. Great hours. Monday through Friday. Home every night.

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Sounds great!

[@harryknutts8428]

That sounds like a good deal how much experience do you need to do work there

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hi Harry! You need to have at least six months OTR verifiable experience and meet DOT requirements. Get in touch at [e-mail] or 1-888-903-8377 and we can provide more info. Be sure to check out our website at www.drive4ats.com

[@truckdrivinginfo]

Oh, really?

[@ricoplatz5844]

Which country please?

[@millionmiler]

I pull dry van and gross 93600 minimum Guarantee annually driving 6 h a day At Smith Transport Inc

[@OverTheRoadATS]

That's some great earnings, thanks for sharing!

[@tracygrim2155]

What company

[@millionmiler]

@@tracygrim2155 smith transport inc

[@jchis9852]

No you don't, you're a recruiter.

[@lisahansel4216]

Holy WOW! Nice

[@AusWash]

ATS has driver facing cameras. No amount of pay is worth dealing with that. Edit. According to TTDC, ATS doesn't have driver facing cameras

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hey Austin, ATS does NOT have driver facing cameras. The company does not pay for the service to record the driver's cab and they supply a covering to further protect your privacy.

[@kenstewart7700]

Speak for yourself can watch me pick boogers fart and sneeze for all I care if it’s over 100k a year

[@blauer2551]

It’s not a big deal it may prove your innocence in a lawsuit. They only run while you are in motion. So you can’t talk on your phone or be distracted, you’re not supposed to do that stuff anyway.

[@plainman9887]

I agree, they claim it’s “for your protection” but those cameras can also be used against you regardless of fault. The cameras only need to face the road to catch people slamming on the brakes in front of us trying to get rear ended for insurance money and should be on the side mirrors to catch people sideswipping trucks NOT inward looking at the color of my shirt.

[@SC68170]

@@OverTheRoadATS Lol. So what do u guys call your cams? What name do u use? Lol

[@vicmed6088]

California is against truckers , with this AB5 law!California wants everyone to work for companies/unions, but lease on truckers don’t want to work for these people

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Thanks for watching!

[@cbijames7]

Wow I make 100,000 and I'm home every night and I only work 45 hours per week. I have to touch all my freight but the pay is real good.

[@OverTheRoadATS]

That's great!

[@trustedthemessiah1311]

Which company you work for ?

[@officialfranklin374]

Hey! I’m a new subscriber here from West Africa. Please how do I join the refrigerated goods drivers or the heavy haul truck drivers in the States. I’ve just got my university degree qualifications. I don’t know how to go about the whole process and I’d be so happy if you can put me through on the necessary steps I need to take. I don’t mind chatting you privately too. Thanks in anticipation

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hey, great question! You'll need to be authorized to work in the united states first. This article may help: www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-processes-and-procedures/employment-authorization-document#:~:text=Having%20an%20Employment%20Authorization%20Document,for%20a%20specific%20time%20period.&text=Are%20required%20to%20apply%20for,to%20request%20employment%20authorization%20itself.

[@officialfranklin374]

@@OverTheRoadATS thanks a lot...how do i get to chat you privately?

[@harryknutts8428]

intermodal pays real good too

[@OverTheRoadATS]

I bet!

[@benmouh9941]

Hello I am a North African citizen and don't have a trucking driving license yet. I would like to know if there're companies who provide training programs for foreigners and job opportunities? Thank you in advance

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hello! It's great to hear that you're interested in pursuing a career in trucking. I recommend checking out our article called "The 7 Best Trucking Companies for New Drivers in 2023." It provides information about reputable trucking companies that offer training programs and job opportunities for new drivers. blog.drive4ats.com/best-trucking-carriers-new-drivers

[@kylecannon5679]

UPS feeder driver out of Billings home every night 157000 last year

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Nice!

[@itsmitchnewton7670]

Could you do the same video but as the owner/operator 💪🏽

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Yes, that's a great idea!

[@Acebuildz]

Food service pays really good.

[@muammerjacobs3460]

How do I join a trucking company I’m from South Africa and very keen to work there?

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Do you have your CDL? And are you looking to stay where you are or come to the States?

[@JohnLee-qi9pl]

You outta let some CDL students in on these pay scales: They get out of school week b4, n they were told they would easily make 100k/yr, n 200k if they go o/o. All due to "driver shortage". c-mon man...

[@cremedepeche]

It’s on cdl drivers to do their research

[@OverTheRoadATS]

I recommend this article, it has a great list of companies that work with new drivers! blog.drive4ats.com/best-trucking-carriers-new-drivers

[@daviddonovan6235]

Yea, lots of lies. Then you get these guys defending the lies so they can get there cheap cut 👆 It’s just sad

[@calebwenz9132]

Don't forget about the oilfield trucking jobs. Easy 100k in every department out there.

[@DirtyBroke215]

💪🏽💯💯

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Thanks for watching!

[@domomuha3672]

Which companies have Hazmat drivers?

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hey, here's a list of the 10 best hazmat companies in the USA: www.fueloyal.com/10-best-hazmat-trucking-companies-in-u-s/

[@blauer2551]

Companies that haul hazmat

[@cremedepeche]

Covenant but you have to be in a team

[@blauer2551]

Marathon, Loves, Pilot, BP, any fuel hauler

[@truckingmoney485]

I drive private fleet 120k +

[@navoisabutler1st.719]

Where at

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Nice!

[@axadchaudhary5289]

How can I get Visa for truck driver job from Pakistan or saudia Arabia ..

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hey Axad, I actually don't know the answer to this one. Maybe this link could help: americanvisas.net/h-2b-visas-for-truck-drivers-how-to-apply/

[@cartninja6479]

Short haul cross border is great money . I make 2400$ a week during no more tha 7600 miles a month and home weekend and one day a week .

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Good stuff

[@jasonwilliams6794]

Sounds Great! What company?

[@prettyredgemini6494]

What company

[@pierrec5536]

When did seventy and eighty thousand dollars per year become good money. He doesn't mention the high cost of living over the road

[@OverTheRoadATS]

You've got a valid point there! When considering a trucking job, it's crucial to factor in the cost of living and lifestyle differences, like local routes versus long-haul. It's all about what works best for your unique situation and financial goals. Thanks for sharing your perspective - it's a valuable addition to the conversation! Here's an article we did that dives a little more into some factors influencing driver pay in 2023. blog.drive4ats.com/truck-driver-pay-factors

[@richardwaroga766]

Do you recruit drivers

[@OverTheRoadATS]

We do! What are you interested in hauling?

[@chaapahyahawadah2352]

I'm interested in Heavy Hauling!

[@Fer-jd5fh]

I do intermodal, easily make over 100k maybe 120-130k in Chicago

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Nice, thanks for sharing!

[@demondb9926]

What company?

[@theweatherman980]

I also live in Chicago what’s the company information

[@Fer-jd5fh]

@@demondb9926 forward Intermodal

[@truckdrivinginfo]

Congratulations!

[@J-Bird679]

Hazmat should be higher but idk just saying

[@OverTheRoadATS]

All companies pay differently. This is based off of the industry average. Some will certainly pay higher than what's said in the video.

[@8split2]

Reached out for the training information. Its not hands on training.

[@jmsmeier1113]

Cryogenic tanker, easily six figures per year.

[@faisalmehmood8474]

Hi I am 39 year old and my experience is 20 years truck driver job I need

[@faisalmehmood8474]

I'm from Pakistan

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hello, to work in the United States as a driver you would need a work visa and a CDL.

[@rickboucher9329]

Hazmat not anymore

[@OverTheRoadATS]

What do you mean?

[@l.a.b-likeabosstrucking6617]

I think your numbers are off on this I do refer and I make 125-150 in my second year of driving your numbers are way off

[@OverTheRoadATS]

These numbers are based on industry average. Glad to hear that you're earning great pay!

[@vicmed6088]

As a owner op, you can make up to 200k a year, why would you want to work for a company/union 👎👎👎

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Owner operator isn't for everyone. At ATS we provide options for company drivers and owner-operators!

[@pierrec5536]

They're looking for Hungry rookies

[@vicmed6088]

I don’t agree with anything this guys is saying, I been trucking for over 20yrs, working for companies/unions, is not the way to truck drive,

[@OverTheRoadATS]

That's okay, thanks for watching!

[@questtech7148]

Who would anyone haul gasoline around for 60k/year especially in metropolitan area's. that's like storming the beach in Normandy with a flame thrower on your back.

[@OverTheRoadATS]

We’ve seen plenty of drivers haul fuel for years with no accidents or incidents so if they are happy with the pay and being home frequently we think it’s perfectly good profession to be part of.

[@SafeTrucking]

Fuel haulage is one of the safest jobs in trucking. Because the loads are obviously hazardous, the standards that the companies adhere to are well above any other part of the industry, with the possible exception of refrigerated. Drivers are also generally much better trained and experienced, which means more cautious. Hotheads and wannabe racers don't haul fuel. Trucks and trailers are better maintained; nobody wants a seized brake causing a tyre fire, or a brake failure causing a collision, or fuel leaking from a busted hose or valve. It's not for everyone, but it's definitely not unsafe. When things do go wrong, they go very badly wrong, but that's rare.

[@daviddonovan6235]

That’s what I was thinking, awful pay for driving around with a bomb on your back

[@questtech7148]

@@SafeTrucking I hauled Heating oil, Diesel, and gasoline for Eastern petroleum back in the late 90s and early 2000s the equipment was junk I was put out of service at a rest area for leaking gasoline. And there has be many cases of tankers flipping over and igniting. Not to mention the heath affects of breathing in fumes all day. 100k a year should be the absolute minimum pay for that job.

[@SafeTrucking]

@@questtech7148 Sorry to hear that, brother. I'm talking from the perspective of fuel haulage here in Australia, where our regulation is very strict on dangerous goods. I can't recall the last time there was a serious incident in fuel haulage. One of the things that you folks allow which we stopped years ago is unbaffled (smoothbore) tanks. Our have to run baffles every couple of metres, which means no large problem with surge or sloshing and a much smaller risk of rollover. The only tanks that are unbaffled are food products, like milk, and milk tankers have one of the highest rates of rollover of any class of truck. Fuel drivers are among the best paid, as well. Nice to get your perspective mate, thanks.

[@BANANAHAMMER420]

Car haulers must be patient and and pay attention to detail on securing their loads?? 😂....he must not be aware of how those crazy fools operate.

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Regardless of what you've run into on the roadways, these drivers do need to be precise and patient to excel at this job.

[@veritasjustus8543]

We get that money and we earn every penny. Dont be scared

[@diddlebug7241]

Another ATS commercial and I’m not buying it . When you have any trucking company promising you the moon and the green cheese it is made out of, run the other way as fast as you can. I have been moving hazmat for 10 years, been disillusioned and burn out for five years and have been looking for a way out of trucking for the last five years. My health is not worth it to stay in trucking. The pay is not worth it to stay in trucking. No I did not finish watching the video.

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Hey diddlebug, this video has nothing to do with ATS. If you watched it, you'd see that this is all about different types of trucking jobs that pay well.

[@el_mexicano6311]

Am in Fort Worth tx and am getting tired of living in a motel full of 🪳 and only on a weekend at home

[@OverTheRoadATS]

Whew, that's no good 🙃 If you'd like to take a step up, apply here: intelliapp.driverapponline.com/m/anderson?uri_b=mob_ia_anderson_1680475246