Modern Volvo sleeper truck at a lit terminal at night

Company Drivers

Dry van or flatbed — your miles should pay

Dry van up to 32% of gross, flatbed up to 34% of gross. Dry van ~$0.75–$0.90 CPM. Flatbed $0.90–$1.15 CPM.

Company Driver Pay

Choose your freight. Choose your earning potential.

Dry Van or Flatbed. Different work, different earning potential. Choose the position that fits your experience and goals.

Dry Van

$0.75 – $0.90 Per Mile

Weekly
$2,500 – $3,300+ / Week
Monthly
Up to $13,000+ / Month
Miles
3,000 – 3,700 Miles / Week
  • 2023–2027 Volvo and Freightliner sleeper trucks
  • Brand new dry van trailers
  • 3,000–3,700 weekly miles depending on freight and schedule
  • Home-time options
  • OTR options
  • No escrow
  • Layover pay
  • Detention pay
  • Extra stop pay
  • Bestpass tolling and weigh station bypass technology
  • 24/7 operational / ELD support where applicable
Apply for Dry Van

Flatbed / Open Deck

$0.90 – $1.15 Per Mile

Weekly
Up to $4,200 / Week
Monthly
Up to $17,000 / Month
Miles
3,000 – 3,700 Miles / Week
  • Higher earning potential
  • Flatbed / open deck freight
  • Tarping pay
  • Extra stop pay
  • Layover pay
  • Detention pay
  • 2023–2027 Volvo and Freightliner sleeper trucks
  • Brand new flatbeds
  • 3,000–3,700 weekly miles depending on freight and schedule
  • Bestpass tolling and weigh station bypass technology
  • Home-time and OTR options
  • No escrow
Apply for Flatbed

Compensation and mileage are not guaranteed and vary based on experience, position, freight availability, rates, schedule, location, load requirements, performance and other operating conditions. Weekly and monthly figures represent potential earnings at qualifying mileage and compensation levels.

Dry Van vs Flatbed at Premium Express Trucking

Dry van offers strong mileage and competitive compensation without tarping requirements. Flatbed and open deck positions can offer higher earning potential because drivers take on additional securement and tarping responsibilities.

Premium Express Trucking offers both options so experienced CDL-A drivers can choose the type of freight and compensation structure that fits them best.

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Accessorial Pay

You should get paid when your time gets used

Miles matter. So does the time you spend waiting, tarping and handling additional stops.

$150

Layover Pay

$150 layover pay when qualifying layover conditions are met.

$25 / Hour

Detention Pay

$25 per hour for qualifying detention after the applicable free-time period.

$50 – $100

Flatbed Tarping Pay

Flatbed drivers receive $50–$100 for qualifying tarped loads depending on tarp/load requirements.

Extra Stop Pay

Additional stop compensation is available for qualifying multi-stop loads.

Sleeper truck running highway miles at dusk

Weekly Miles

Miles that actually move your paycheck

3,000 – 3,700 Miles / Week

Qualified drivers may run approximately 3,000–3,700 miles per week depending on freight availability, schedule, HOS availability, home time, weather, loading/unloading and operating conditions.

Bestpass + PrePass

Less time at the scale. More time moving.

Electronic tolling, toll management, weigh station bypass where eligible, less unnecessary stopping and easier highway operations.

Tolling

Electronic tolling and toll management through Bestpass.

PrePass

PrePass transponder technology for eligible highway operations.

Weigh Station Bypass

Weigh station bypass where eligible — less unnecessary stopping.

Approx. 90% Weigh Station Bypass Rate

Our fleet currently reports approximately a 90% bypass rate at eligible weigh stations using PrePass / bypass technology. Actual bypass authorization varies by station, vehicle, safety status, inspection requirements and other conditions.

Driver Benefits

What you get on the road

No Escrow

No escrow deduction — keep more of what you earn.

Modern Trucks

2023-2027 Volvo and Freightliner Cascadia sleeper trucks. Brand new flatbeds and dry van trailers.

Fueling at TA / Loves

Fuel up at TA and Loves truck stops nationwide.

Home Weekly Option

34-hour restart at home weekly.

OTR Option

Stay out longer when you want to maximize miles and earnings.

Bestpass & PrePass

Electronic tolling and weigh station bypass where eligible.

Accessorial Pay

Layover, detention, tarping and extra stop pay on qualifying loads.

Consistent Miles

3,000-3,700 miles per week depending on freight and schedule.

24/7 Support

Operational and ELD support where applicable.

See more on CDL-A jobs in Illinois or review our owner operator program.

Referral Program

One good driver can pay you for a year

Refer a qualified driver to Premium Express Trucking Inc. and receive referral bonuses paid throughout the driver's first full year with the company.

Referral eligibility, payout schedule, and program terms apply.

$3,000

Up to $3,000 Per Driver

Dry Van or Flatbed. Your move.

Flatbed / Open Deck

$0.90–$1.15 CPM

Up to $4,200/week

Apply Flatbed

Prefer to talk first?

Call 773-524-1043

Recruiting / Office Hours

Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
Saturday
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT
Sunday
Closed

Or email info@pextinc.com

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Driver Pay FAQ

Questions about driver pay

Percentage pay, per-mile estimates, weekly miles and accessorial pay. Home time, equipment and hiring questions are answered on the full FAQ page.

How much can a Dry Van driver make with Premium Express Trucking?

Dry Van company drivers are paid up to 32% of truck gross revenue, which currently typically works out to approximately $0.75 to $0.90 per mile depending on freight rates, miles, schedule and available loads.

Earnings are generally around $2,500 to $3,300+ per week, with potential up to $13,000+ per month, running approximately 3,000 to 3,700 miles per week.

Because pay is percentage-based, no specific per-mile rate is guaranteed and actual earnings vary.

Dry Van Driver Jobs

Is Dry Van company driver pay CPM or a percentage of gross?

Dry Van company driver pay is percentage-based: drivers are paid up to 32% of truck gross revenue on the loads the truck runs.

At current freight rates that typically works out to approximately $0.75 to $0.90 per mile, but the per-mile figure is an estimate rather than a fixed rate.

Actual earnings vary based on freight rates, miles, schedule and available loads.

How much can a Flatbed driver make with Premium Express Trucking?

Flatbed and Open Deck company drivers are paid up to 34% of truck gross revenue, which currently typically works out to approximately $0.90 to $1.15 per mile depending on experience, freight, tarping requirements, schedule, position and mileage.

Potential earnings can reach up to approximately $4,200 per week or $17,000 per month at qualifying compensation and mileage levels.

Because pay is percentage-based, no specific per-mile rate is guaranteed and actual earnings vary.

Flatbed Driver Jobs

Which pays more at Premium Express Trucking: Dry Van or Flatbed?

Dry Van company drivers are paid up to 32% and Flatbed / Open Deck company drivers up to 34% of truck gross revenue. Flatbed / Open Deck positions generally have higher earning potential because drivers may take on additional securement and tarping responsibilities.

Dry Van: up to 32% of truck gross revenue, typically about $0.75–$0.90 per mile and $2,500–$3,300+ per week.

Flatbed / Open Deck: up to 34% of truck gross revenue, typically about $0.90–$1.15 per mile and up to $4,200 per week.

The best option depends on the driver's experience, preferred freight type, schedule and willingness to handle flatbed responsibilities.

How many miles can Premium Express Trucking drivers run per week?

Qualified company drivers may run approximately 3,000 to 3,700 miles per week depending on freight availability, schedule, hours of service, home time, weather, loading and unloading times and other operating conditions.

Mileage is not guaranteed.

Does Premium Express Trucking pay detention?

Yes. Premium Express Trucking offers $25 per hour for qualifying detention under the company's detention policy.

Qualification and applicable free-time requirements apply.

See every answer on the CDL-A driver FAQ page, or view the dry van job details and flatbed job details.

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