- USDOT
- 125563
- Carrier Type
- Private Fleet
- Fleet Size (Power Units)
- 5,000
- Drivers
- 5,500
- Operation Type
- Interstate
- Headquarters
- 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260
Source: FMCSA SAFER snapshot (verified 2026-04-22T03:38:21.515085+00:00)
USPS Contract Carrier fleet Truck Driver Jobs: Pay, Requirements & Application Guide (2026)
5,000
Power units
5,500
Drivers
125563
USDOT
Complete guide to driving for USPS Contract Carrier fleet: pay structure, hiring areas, driver requirements, benefits, and application process. Sourced from FMCSA SAFER, carrier filings, and verified 2026-04-22 03:38:21.885937+00:00.
Carrier identity (FMCSA SAFER)
Driver types and requirements
| Track | CDL Class | Min Experience | Min Age | MVR / DAC policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCR Contract Driver (USPS mail) | A | 12 mo | 21 (interstate) | ≤ 2 moving violations / 36 months / case-by-case; background check stricter than standard CDL hire |
Where USPS Contract Carrier fleet 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: Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Los Angeles, CA
Source: Carrier careers page (verified 2026-04-21)
USPS Contract Carrier fleet pay structure (2026)
Company driver
- Solo CPM: $0.58–$0.75 per mile
- Detention: Contract-dependent; HCR contracts often include guaranteed dwell time
- Layover: Layover per HCR contract
Bonuses: safety: True, on time: True
Source: USPS Contract Carrier fleet recruiting page
Model your expected earnings with the CPM → Annual Salary calculator.
How to apply to USPS Contract Carrier fleet
- Start application: USPS Contract Carrier fleet driver application portal
- Phone screen: expect questions like:
- CDL-A tenure?
- Willing to run mail contract schedules?
- MVR / DAC?
- Background check (USPS stricter)?
- Road test: conducted in a automatic truck.
- Pre-employment drug test: urinalysis
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FMCSA safety record
Review USPS Contract Carrier fleet's CSA Safety Measurement System data directly at the FMCSA: USPS Contract Carrier fleet on FMCSA SMS. URL verified 2026-04-22T03:38:21.885909+00:00.
Frequently asked questions
- What does USPS Contract Carrier fleet pay CDL drivers?
- USPS Contract Carrier fleet advertises company-driver pay of $0.58–$0.75 per mile. These figures come from carrier filings and were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:21.885937+00:00; confirm current rates with a recruiter before you apply.
- What do you need to drive for USPS Contract Carrier fleet?
- For the HCR Contract Driver (USPS mail) track, USPS Contract Carrier fleet lists CDL Class A; 12 months experience; minimum age 21. Requirements were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:21.885937+00:00 and can vary by location and division.
- Where does USPS Contract Carrier fleet hire CDL drivers?
- USPS Contract Carrier fleet lists active hiring in AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL…. Hiring areas were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:21.885937+00:00.
- How do I apply to drive for USPS Contract Carrier fleet?
- Apply through USPS Contract Carrier fleet's official driver portal at https://about.usps.com/careers/trucking-jobs/apply. Application details were verified 2026-04-22 03:38:21.885937+00:00.
- What is USPS Contract Carrier fleet's FMCSA safety record?
- Per the FMCSA SAFER snapshot, USPS Contract Carrier fleet operates 5,000 power units and 5,500 drivers. Review the full CSA Safety Measurement System record on the FMCSA SMS site; snapshot verified 2026-04-22 03:38:21.885937+00:00.
