compensation:Pay: Earn up to $0.60 per mile (60 cents per mile), with rates tiered by route length, and receive $50 for each pickup and delivery. Team pay – please inquire.
Stanford Transportation Inc. is growing fast and we’re looking for professional Class A drivers to join our family-run fleet. Whether you prefer running solo or as part of a team, we have year‑round freight, modern equipment and a supportive dispatch team to keep you rolling.
Why Stanford?
Pay:
-Solo drivers: Earn up to $0.60 per mile and receive $50 for each pickup and delivery.
-Team drivers: Choose between two structures:
-Per‑mile option – earn $0.55 per mile and receive $75 for live loading and unloading and $125 for Los Angeles deliveries (includes a $50 bonus per driver).
-Mileage option – earn $0.70 per mile with standard deductions.
• Established yet growing: From three trucks in 2009, our fleet now includes over 100 trucks and 180 refrigerated trailers.
• Service area: We operate two strategic terminals in Bakersfield, CA and Memphis, TN, serving routes across the West Coast & Southwest, the Southern & Eastern Corridor, and the Gulf Coast.
• Steady miles: Coast-to-coast shipments with dedicated lanes connecting California to major ports and distribution centers along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts.
• Modern equipment: Late-model tractors and well-maintained refrigerated trailers; all units equipped with real-time GPS tracking and ELDs.
• Bonuses & perks: Safety, sign-on and referral bonuses; weekly direct deposit; and paid orientation.
• Supportive culture: We’re built on open communication, safety and long-term success. You’ll have 24/7 dispatch support plus our own in‑house maintenance shop to minimize downtime.
What you’ll do:
• Operate Class A commercial vehicles (mostly refrigerated trailers) and deliver loads safely and on time.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and follow all safety policies.
• Plan routes, secure cargo and maintain accurate logs and delivery records.
• Communicate with dispatch about delays or issues and assist with loading/unloading when required.
What we’re looking for:
• Valid CDL‑A with at least 2 years of recent driving experience. Manual transmission experience is not required—our tractors are automatics—but familiarity with refrigerated trailers is a plus.
• Good safety record and knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Must be 23 years or older and willing to run OTR (solo or team).
• Non‑domiciled CDL holders: You must comply with the new federal requirements. This means providing an unexpired Form I‑94/94A with an employment‑based visa (H‑2A, H‑2B or E‑2) and an unexpired passport at issuance and renewal, completing in‑person renewal with SAVE verification, and ensuring your visa and license remain valid.
Ready to roll? Join a company that values reliability, safety and integrity. Apply online at stanfordtrans.com or call (901) 770‑9500 ext 7. You can also drop by our terminals at 600 Enterprise Way, Bakersfield, CA or 3385 Airways Blvd, Suite 317, Memphis, TN 38116 during business hours.