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$370 - $6,808/week

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Equipment and Maintenance

Dispatchers and Managers

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$370 $1,398 $6,808
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Current Employee - Apr 13, 2026

ive currently been driving for this company the last 2 years and im also part of the best of the best class of 2025 drivers by far this has been the best company i have ever worked for they are very family oriented and its nice to be able to talk to each individual department for any concerns you have while on the road. this company is all about team work but so far in the 2 years ive been here ive enjoyed every minute of it highly recommend working for this company to any one that has experience or not. i was also a trainer with them which they have a great training program for new drivers coming into the industry. The owners are good hearted people, always willing to talk to each and every driver that comes thru the door at the main office. cant wait to see what great things they come up with in the future for drivers

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Current Employee - Apr 13, 2026

Working for this company has been a great experience. I've been here for 2 and a half years, it changed my life and I'm grateful for that. The best thing is that they keep you running and honor your home request. Equipment is well maintained and loads are consistent. The key to earning a decent weekly pay comes down to managing your 70-hour clock.

Pros

Communication, equipment, and family-oriented .

Cons

None at the moment

Home Time
Equipment and Maintenance
Dispatchers and Managers

Current Employee - Apr 7, 2026

The best company I’ve worked for, great staffs, great equipment, they know you by name and not a truck number..

Pros

Home time, pay, pet friendly, more like a family vibe

Cons

Can’t think of one.. I’m still currently employed here and I love it

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Equipment and Maintenance
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Former Employee - Feb 27, 2026

Worst company i ever work for Very bad cumumcation Takes over 2 hours to get though by phone or email Lie to you about pay Don't getvtruck to shop when needs to be looked at Mileage didn't match table or the truck . Red flag DOT KNOW now of if

Pros

None

Cons

Bad communication skills

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Equipment and Maintenance
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Current Employee - Aug 28, 2025

Great company! Trucks are clean and equipment id top tier compared to other carriers. Zero issues with office staff

Pros

Equipment, Office staff

Cons

Home Time
Equipment and Maintenance
Dispatchers and Managers

Response from WEL Companies

Thank you for the five-star review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

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Salary Surveys

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

Company Driver - 5+ Years CDL Experience

Surveyed in De Pere, WI on Jun 11, 2025

$808 per week

Current Employee

No

Company Driver - 5+ Years CDL Experience

Surveyed in De Pere, WI on Apr 5, 2025

$1,346 per week

Current Employee

No

Company Driver - 3 Years CDL Experience

Surveyed in Winter Haven, FL on Mar 4, 2025

$600 per week

Current Employee

No

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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