What does Cargo Transporters pay CDL drivers?

Cargo Transporters advertises company-driver pay of $0.56–$0.72 per mile; per diem 20%. These figures come from carrier filings and were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00; confirm current rates with a recruiter before you apply.

What do you need to drive for Cargo Transporters?

For the OTR Company Driver track, Cargo Transporters lists CDL Class A; 6 months experience; minimum age 21. Requirements were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00 and can vary by location and division.

Where does Cargo Transporters hire CDL drivers?

Cargo Transporters lists active hiring in AL, FL, GA, KY, MD, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV. Hiring areas were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00.

How do I apply to drive for Cargo Transporters?

Apply through Cargo Transporters's official driver portal at https://www.cargotransporters.com/drivers/apply. Application details were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00.

What is Cargo Transporters's FMCSA safety record?

Per the FMCSA SAFER snapshot, Cargo Transporters operates 650 power units and 700 drivers. Review the full CSA Safety Measurement System record on the FMCSA SMS site; snapshot verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00.

Cargo Transporters Truck Driver Jobs: Pay, Requirements & Application Guide (2026)

650

Power units

700

Drivers

50552

USDOT

Complete guide to driving for Cargo Transporters: pay structure, hiring areas, driver requirements, benefits, and application process. Sourced from FMCSA SAFER, carrier filings, and verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00.

Last verified: 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00 · FMCSA SAFER

Carrier identity (FMCSA SAFER)

USDOT: 50552
Carrier Type: Mid Size
Fleet Size (Power Units): 650
Drivers: 700
Operation Type: Interstate
Headquarters: 1401 Crossroads Dr, Claremont, NC 28610

Source: FMCSA SAFER snapshot (verified 2026-04-22T03:38:50.327584+00:00)

Driver types and requirements

Track	CDL Class	Min Experience	Min Age	MVR / DAC policy
OTR Company Driver	A	6 mo	21 (interstate)	≤ 2 moving violations / 36 months / case-by-case
Regional Company Driver	A	3 mo	21 (interstate)	≤ 2 moving violations / 36 months / case-by-case

Where Cargo Transporters hires

12 states: AL, FL, GA, KY, MD, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV

Priority metros: Claremont, NC, Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA, Richmond, VA

Source: Carrier careers page (verified 2026-04-21)

Cargo Transporters pay structure (2026)

Company driver

Solo CPM: $0.56–$0.72 per mile
Per diem election: up to 20% of miles pulled into tax-free reimbursement
Detention: Paid after 2 hours
Layover: Layover per dispatch

Bonuses: safety: True, referral: True, longevity: True

Source: Cargo Transporters recruiting page

Model your expected earnings with the CPM → Annual Salary calculator.

How to apply to Cargo Transporters

Start application: Cargo Transporters driver application portal
Phone screen: expect questions like:
- CDL-A tenure?
- MVR / DAC?
- Home-time preference?
Road test: conducted in a automatic truck.
Pre-employment drug test: urinalysis

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FMCSA safety record

Review Cargo Transporters's CSA Safety Measurement System data directly at the FMCSA: Cargo Transporters on FMCSA SMS. URL verified 2026-04-22T03:38:50.483695+00:00.

Frequently asked questions

What does Cargo Transporters pay CDL drivers?: Cargo Transporters advertises company-driver pay of $0.56–$0.72 per mile; per diem 20%. These figures come from carrier filings and were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00; confirm current rates with a recruiter before you apply.
What do you need to drive for Cargo Transporters?: For the OTR Company Driver track, Cargo Transporters lists CDL Class A; 6 months experience; minimum age 21. Requirements were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00 and can vary by location and division.
Where does Cargo Transporters hire CDL drivers?: Cargo Transporters lists active hiring in AL, FL, GA, KY, MD, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, WV. Hiring areas were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00.
How do I apply to drive for Cargo Transporters?: Apply through Cargo Transporters's official driver portal at https://www.cargotransporters.com/drivers/apply. Application details were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00.
What is Cargo Transporters's FMCSA safety record?: Per the FMCSA SAFER snapshot, Cargo Transporters operates 650 power units and 700 drivers. Review the full CSA Safety Measurement System record on the FMCSA SMS site; snapshot verified 2026-04-22 03:38:50.483708+00:00.