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Current Employee - Jun 7, 2026

Area of Operations: -I35 and East, unfortunately lots of NE USA -Rare options West of I35 on occasion Pay -Rookie OTR package was 0.55cpm with $1000 gross min guarantee per week -The pay period ends Saturday at midnight CST for company. They will split your current load and pay you every mile driven up until then and the rest on next check -Everything is paid for by fuel card or check. Reimbursement for paid parking available and reliable. Never had an issue Benefits -Average typical benefits you have to deduct each week like medical Freight type -Reefer freight Appointments -Day and Night often swapping during the week Forced dispatch -The buck stops with the driver. Communication is key but as a company driver they may need you to do things you'd rather not. Usually accommodating Equipment -Mostly Peterbilt but a few Kenworth and Cascadias. No internationals. (APU, Inverter, Fridge) -Motive camera and tablet. It is AI enabled outside facing only. Minimally invasive. Truly is the more reasonable option out of other systems Pets and Rider -Pet and rider policy. Pet can be 60lbs but is never checked. $1000 deposit total. $350 non-refundable after switching truck. Paid out $100/wk until collected from check Facilities -Full terminals in WI, IL, PA, OK, GA, FL Repairs/Maintenance -Company won't let you roll with issues. They are big on getting repairs as long as you report them Home time -OTR gets one day off per week out. Usually 3 weeks out. Example: Off truck afternoon on a Thursday. At home Fri, Sat, Sun night. Back on truck Mon morning. Always got home when asked Vacation / Sick Leave -10 vacation days per year can be paired with regular home time days -No sick leave to my knowledge Safety Team / Driver Managers -Company is small enough you will meet everyone and they are ready and willing to help you as a company driver. Safety isn't over bearing and there isn't any micromanage issues. I've never been bothered by phone unless it was improtant. No harassment for taking longer breaks. Just as long as you'll be on time. I was a rookie with a fresh CDL. I hired on and spent 3 weeks at the terminal training. 3 weeks with a trainer. Then 10 weeks on C-team phase where two cadets roll out together. When you start doing loads with your trainer then you are being tracked via ELD recorded miles to a 20-25k goal. You finish that goal on C-team and then test out solo. OTR trucking is always going to have places you don't like to go, appointments for reefer in the middle of the night, but this company has been fair to me.

Pros

On time home requests, pet and rider policy, 24/7 real phone support from your people not a third party, you can meet everyone in the company.

Cons

Typical OTR home time. One day for one week. Reefer freight with vast and wide appointment times. NE states suck in general. Doesn't appear to be much dedicated lines but some people are regional or in dedicated spots.

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Current Employee - Jun 4, 2026

All is great at wel depending on how you run been here 6 weeks never taken home less than 1700 got 2500 one week so yeah it's all good

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Current Employee - May 22, 2026

Working at WEL Companies has been a great experience thanks to their supportive management team and strong focus on employee success. The company fosters a positive, team-oriented culture where hard work is recognized, and growth opportunities are encouraged. It’s a reliable and professional environment where you feel valued and proud to be part of the organization.

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Supportive and approachable management team Strong focus on safety and reliability Team-oriented, respectful workplace culture Consistent work and dependable operations Opportunities to grow and develop skills internally Well-maintained equipment and resources Clear communication and expectations Company values employees and recognizes hard work

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Current Employee - May 22, 2026

Great company that cares about their drivers and you are not a number here. They treat you like family.

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Current Employee - May 22, 2026

Great place to work and get drivers that come in and need a great experience! Come to Wel Companies Inc they will take cart of you!!

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Salary Surveys

Company Driver - 6-11 Months CDL Experience

Surveyed in on Jun 7, 2026

$1,000 per week

Current Employee

Yes

Owner Operator - 5+ Years CDL Experience

Surveyed in De Pere, WI on Jun 4, 2026

$2,308 per week

Current Employee

Yes

Owner Operator - ... CDL Experience

Surveyed in on May 22, 2026

$1,538 per week

Current Employee

Yes

Company Driver - 5+ Years CDL Experience

Surveyed in Bentonville, AR on Apr 13, 2026

$1,827 per week

Current Employee

Yes

Owner Operator - 5+ Years CDL Experience

Surveyed in De Pere, WI on Apr 13, 2026

$1,346 per week

Current Employee

Yes

Discussions

Wel Companies

YoungMotherTrucker

Jul 11, 2015

Wel Companies

How's it going drivers? I can tell you anything you'd ever want to know about WEL. I just left them on July 1st and it's been an experience I'll say that. I started orientation mid March and stayed til July and in that time it was a nightmare. First off, they claim to be a family oriented company with steady miles. Lol, that's far from the truth I promise you. I decided to go lease operator thinking what the hell it's a walkaway lease what do I have to lose. I did loads of Belgioiso Cheese from the terminal in De Pere,WI. going to Cranston, RI. Delivered and got stuck at the TA with NO available loads for 4 days. Co-workers stuck in Ohio and Texas for 4-5 days no loads. They're very inconsistent with freight and mess up your check regularly. Company drivers really only get about 600 miles a week and that's the truth. Lease...a 2014 Pete with 215,000 miles on it runs you $700.00 a week just for the truck. With insurance, people net, etc. You are at $1,100.00 a week in the hole and we still haven't included fuel, maintenance acct. You have to PAY YOUR OWN TOLLS, no reimbursement and it will average $650.00 per week in tolls out of your pocket. All in all, end of week comes and your check is $335.61 after running all over the east coast. Learn from my mishaps and stay away. Hope this helps anyone considering WEL Companies.

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How is WEL Companies?

Bubba15

Jun 22, 2015

How is WEL Companies?

WEL Companies came to my school today and they seem like a decent company. Anyone drive for them and have any good things to say?

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WEL Companies Regional and OTR opportunities

lazygecko

Jan 16, 2015

WEL Companies Regional and OTR opportunities

WEL Companies is currently hiring for OTR and Regional Positions for both experienced and entry level drivers.

OTR Positions start at 43 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)

Hiring out of most areas east of I-3514 days out / 2 days home - additional home time for longer time out48 state runs, primarily east of I-35Late model Kenworth and Peterbilt tractors with Tri-pac APUPet and Passenger PoliciesMedical Insurance, Paid Vacation and Holidays, 401kAnnual raises



Midwest or Illinois Regional starts at 45 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)

Hiring within 100 miles of Green Bay, WI or 60 mile of Joliet, ILHome every weekendRuns primarily within the midwestLate model Kenworth and Peterbilt tractors with Tri-pac APUPet and Passenger PoliciesMedical Insurance, Paid Vacation and Holidays, 401kAnnual raises


East Coast Regional starts at 49 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)

Hiring within 125 miles of Allentown, PARuns Primarily in the NortheastHome Every WeekendLate model Kenworth and Peterbilt tractors with Tri-pac APUPet and Passenger PoliciesMedical Insurance, Paid Vacation and Holidays, 401kAnnual raises


Regional North starts at 45 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)

Hiring WI, IL, IN, OH, PA, NY, CT, NH, VT, RI, MARuns primarily in the states listed aboveOut 7 days / Home 1 dayLate model Kenworth and Peterbilt tractors with Tri-pac APUPet and Passenger PoliciesMedical Insurance, Paid Vacation and Holidays, 401kAnnual raise


Student and Intermediate Level Driver Opportunities

Hiring out of most areas east of I-35Certificate of Completion from qualified driving school requiredClass A License Requiredup to 4 1/2 weeks of paid training (length of training DOE)Qualified trainers with late model equipmentExcellent starting pay, with rapid advancement


Lease Purchase Program available

No down payment, no buyout fee or balloon payment2007 to 2014 tractors available for lease


Call (800) 387-0088 Mon- Fri 07:00-17:00 CST to speak with a recruiter
You may also submit an employment application at www.drivewel.com

WEL Companies is a 500 truck refrigerated carrier. Family owned and operated since 1975. We are based in Wisconsin and also have terminals in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Georgia, and Florida

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Wel Companies Orientation 09/24/2012

Jbkrash

Sep 19, 2012

Wel Companies Orientation 09/24/2012

Hey everyone I guess it really is official! Recruiter just called me with my confirmation # for my bus ticket this Sunday! I'm very excited and nervous. First OTR company I've been with in about 6 years. Time to turn my world upside down. Anyone else on here going to this orientation? Figured I'd start a new thread and let everyone know how it goes with me and Wel. I live near Chicago I'll be taking a Grey Hound there. Yukie I hate buses I guess I don't have much choice though. I was thinking of having my wife drive me, but I don't want her driving 4 hours back by herself. What I think I know so far. I'll be a regional driver out of the Joliet yard / terminal getting .40 cpm should be home most weekends 2000+ miles a week (so they say). I'm going to bring my dog (Monty) with me, after my first week driving. They seem to have good benies. I'll find out more next week. I hope everyone is having a safe week! I'll keep in touch

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