Tread Truck Lines OTR
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Class A CDL Team Driver KY

Louisville, KY

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Weekly Pay
$2,050–$2,460
Home Time
3+ Weeks Out

Questions drivers ask

How much will I make each week?

You can expect to earn between $2050 and $2460 per week. Your pay is based on 82 CPM split, and you'll typically drive 5,000+ miles per week.

When do I get paid?

Paychecks are deposited weekly via direct deposit.

How often will I be home?

Most drivers are out for at least 3 weeks at a time. We make every reasonable effort to honor home time requests and encourage advance planning.

What kind of trucks do you have?

You will drive a brand-new Volvo VNL 860 sleeper. These trucks are fully equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, inverter, and Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™.

Will I have my own truck?

Yes, you will be assigned your own tractor, so there is no slip seating.

What kind of freight will I be hauling?

You will be hauling 53’ dry van trailers through the Forward Air network. It's primarily drop & hook with some live load/live unload.

What are the requirements to drive for Tread Truck Lines?

You need 1 year of Class A CDL tractor-trailer experience, a good MVR/safe driving history, and must pass a DOT drug screen. A Hazmat endorsement is preferred.

Do you offer benefits?

Yes, we offer health, dental, and vision insurance, with family plans available. You also get $10,000 in company-paid life insurance.

What happens during orientation?

Orientation is paid.

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What class is your CDL?

Years of driving experience

Less than 1 year 1–2 years 3–5 years 6–10 years 10+ years

Endorsements you hold

Hazmat Tanker Doubles/Triples

FedEx Ground contractor experience

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Class A CDL Team Driver KY

Reporting location
2630 Transglobal Dr, Ste 101, Louisville, KY, 40209, US
Employment
FULL TIME
Posted
Minimum experience
12 months

$2,050 - $2,460 per week

Description

Put your CDL experience to work with Tread Truck Lines! We’re hiring experienced Class A CDL drivers based in Louisville, KY, offering steady freight, competitive pay, premium equipment, and the opportunity to travel across the lower 48 states while running OTR.

WHY DRIVERS APPLY

Flexible Home Time

Most drivers stay out at least 3 weeks, but we recognize that life happens. We make every reasonable effort to honor home time requests while maintaining reliable service for our customers.

Drive the Best Equipment

Drive brand-new Volvo VNL 860 sleepers fully equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, inverters and Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™. Assigned equipment—no slip seating.

HOME TIME

  • Typically out 3+ weeks between home time

  • Home time scheduled around your needs whenever reasonably possible

  • We encourage advance planning so we can get you home when it matters most

PAY & EARNINGS

  • Get paid 82 CPM split

  • Potential to earn $2,050–$2,460 every week

  • Count on consistent freight year-round

  • Typically run 5,000+ miles each week

  • Enjoy convenient weekly direct deposit

  • Build a long-term career with stable W-2 employment

EQUIPMENT

  • Operate a brand-new Volvo VNL 860 sleeper tractor

  • Travel with convenient refrigeration, microwave, and inverter

  • Get your own assigned tractor with no slip seating

  • Maintain a clean, smoke-free environment in all company equipment

THE WORK (WHAT YOU’LL ACTUALLY DO)

  • Dispatch yourself through the Forward Air network

  • 53’ dry van trailers

  • Select available freight while maximizing miles and earnings

  • No forced dispatch — you choose the freight you want to run

  • Primarily drop & hook with some live load/live unload

  • Run only the lower 48 states

BENEFITS PACKAGE

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Family plans available

  • $10,000 company-paid life insurance

  • Paid orientation

WHY DRIVERS STAY HERE

  • Family-owned company with direct leadership access

  • Consistent year-round freight equals consistent paychecks

  • Premium equipment and a driver-focused culture

  • Dispatch support from people who understand life on the road

  • We treat drivers like professionals. If you communicate with us, we’ll communicate with you.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 1 year Class A CDL tractor-trailer experience

  • Hazmat endorsement preferred

  • Good MVR / Safe driving history

  • Pass DOT drug screen

LIMITED POSITIONS AVAILABLE

We’re hiring a limited number of OTR drivers based in Louisville, KY. These opportunities offer flexible home time, excellent earning potential and premium equipment. Positions fill quickly.

APPLY NOW

If you’re ready now for consistent freight, excellent pay, premium equipment, and a company that values its drivers, apply today and secure your spot with Tread Truck Lines.

Verified pay, from real settlements

Drivers averaged $1,375/week on 2,975 miles/week
Verified payroll data from recent settlement weeks. 9 active drivers.