Compensation
Getting started
Basics and bonuses
Starting pay for company drivers ranges from $0.45–$0.52/mile. Pay increases are given based upon performance.
New drivers are given credit for their experience and can be eligible for an experience bonus for an exemplary driving record and driving experience.
All drivers can qualify for a safety bonus of up to $0.05/mile by driving:
- Without incident or accident
- A minimum average of 10,000 miles/month
Starting
$0.45–$0.52
per mile
Compensation by driver type
Over-the-Road (OTR)
More than half our drivers are OTR, serving customers in a 22-state region (see map). Drivers at this level typically have higher mileage and income goals.
| Starting pay: | Rate per mile, starting $0.45–$0.52/mile |
| Pay period: | Weekly |
| Extras: | Safety bonuses (up to $0.05/mile) |
Regional
Kansas City, St. Louis, and DFW
One-third of our drivers make regional moves to areas around Kansas City, St. Louis, or Dallas, where we have drop lots.
| Starting pay: | Rate per mile, starting $0.45–$0.52/mile |
| Pay period: | Weekly (we sometimes guarantee weekly income) |
| Extras: | Safety bonuses (up to $0.05/mile) |
Owner Operator
Whether you own your own truck or want to purchase one through MWEX, we can make it work for you. Most of our owner operators drive OTR. If you’re interested in lease-to-own, we have many trucks to choose from.
| Starting pay: | Rate per mile, starting $0.99–$1.09/mile |
| Pay period: | Weekly |
| Extras: | Safety bonuses (up to $0.05/mile) |
See Home Time for home time and mileage for any of the above driver types.
Driver benefits
