- USDOT
- 79091
- Carrier Type
- Ltl
- Fleet Size (Power Units)
- 9,500
- Drivers
- 10,000
- Operation Type
- Interstate
- Headquarters
- 3901 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23230
Source: FMCSA SAFER snapshot (verified 2026-04-22T03:37:22.543860+00:00)
Estes Express Lines Truck Driver Jobs: Pay, Requirements & Application Guide (2026)
9,500
Power units
10,000
Drivers
79091
USDOT
Complete guide to driving for Estes Express Lines: pay structure, hiring areas, driver requirements, benefits, and application process. Sourced from FMCSA SAFER, carrier filings, and verified 2026-04-22 03:37:22.740308+00:00.
Carrier identity (FMCSA SAFER)
Driver types and requirements
| Track | CDL Class | Min Experience | Min Age | MVR / DAC policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTL Line-Haul Driver | A | 12 mo | 21 (interstate) | ≤ 2 moving violations / 36 months / case-by-case |
| LTL City P&D Driver | A | 6 mo | 21 | ≤ 2 moving violations / 36 months / case-by-case |
LTL Line-Haul Driver — required endorsements: T. Preferred: H.
Where Estes Express Lines hires
48 states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
Priority metros: Richmond, VA, Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX, Chicago, IL
Source: Estes careers page (verified 2026-04-20)
Estes Express Lines pay structure (2026)
Company driver
- Solo CPM: $0.66–$0.82 per mile
- Detention: Line-haul detention per dispatch
- Layover: Layover rare
Bonuses: safety: True, referral: True, longevity: True
Source: Estes Express Lines recruiting page
Model your expected earnings with the CPM → Annual Salary calculator.
How to apply to Estes Express Lines
- Start application: Estes Express Lines driver application portal
- Phone screen: expect questions like:
- CDL-A tenure?
- Doubles experience?
- Line-haul or P&D preference?
- MVR / DAC?
- Road test: conducted in a automatic tractor with double trailers truck.
- Pre-employment drug test: urinalysis
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FMCSA safety record
Review Estes Express Lines's CSA Safety Measurement System data directly at the FMCSA: Estes Express Lines on FMCSA SMS. URL verified 2026-04-22T03:37:22.740296+00:00.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Estes Express Lines pay CDL drivers?
- Estes Express Lines advertises company-driver pay of $0.66–$0.82 per mile. These figures come from carrier filings and were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:22.740308+00:00; confirm current rates with a recruiter before you apply.
- What do you need to drive for Estes Express Lines?
- For the LTL Line-Haul Driver track, Estes Express Lines lists CDL Class A; 12 months experience; minimum age 21; endorsements T. Requirements were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:22.740308+00:00 and can vary by location and division.
- Where does Estes Express Lines hire CDL drivers?
- Estes Express Lines lists active hiring in AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL…. Hiring areas were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:22.740308+00:00.
- How do I apply to drive for Estes Express Lines?
- Apply through Estes Express Lines's official driver portal at https://www.estes-express.com/careers/apply. Application details were verified 2026-04-22 03:37:22.740308+00:00.
- What is Estes Express Lines's FMCSA safety record?
- Per the FMCSA SAFER snapshot, Estes Express Lines operates 9,500 power units and 10,000 drivers. Review the full CSA Safety Measurement System record on the FMCSA SMS site; snapshot verified 2026-04-22 03:37:22.740308+00:00.
