Welcome! Thanks for stopping by. We're excited that you're considering Nussbaum as the next step in your career!
Earning Potential
Earn $76-85K your first year!
New drivers average $1,500 - $1,725 per week (Based on experience)
Increase your earning potential with tenure, Driver Scorecard, and Certified RED programs!
Fleet Top 30% earn $1,775 - $2,100 per week ($93-110K per year)
Pay Features
Door to door practical miles—empty & loaded
$1,300 - $1,400 weekly guarantee (based on exp). If your miles are short (delays, breakdowns, etc.) you’ll still earn the guaranteed amount.
Paid Orientation at Nussbaum Headquarters—$200/day
Activity Pay for the WORK you do, not just the miles you run:
$20 for pickups & deliveries
$12 for trailer relays and shuttles
$20/hr detention pay (starts after 1 hour)
$270-$280/day layover pay
Road Warrior Program (optional)–out 3-4 weeks
+ $0.02/mile and +$50 on your weekly guarantee
Benefits
Home Weekly (on average, our OTR drivers miss 3 weekends per year)
Most of our hiring area is home weekly, but some locations require you to be out for two weeks. Your Driver Hiring Manager will clearly explain your options before offering you a job.