CDL-A Truck Driver - $6,000 Hiring Bonus

Koch Trucking is a prominent division within the larger Koch Companies, an established and multifaceted transportation provider offering a broad range of logistics services such as truckload freight hauling, warehousing, and truck/trailer leasing. With a strong emphasis on reliability and driver support, Koch Trucking operates an over-the-road (OTR) division that focuses on maximizing earning opportunities and consistency for its drivers by leveraging a highly optimized network of customers. This network ensures that CDL-A truck drivers regularly receive substantial mileage, which translates to superior income potential, making Koch Trucking one of the top choices for experienced CDL-A drivers in the industry.

The company’s dedication to excellence is reflected in its accolades, including being named a 2025 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation by the Women in Trucking Association and recognized as a Top 200 Workplace by the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Such honors underscore Koch Trucking’s commitment to fostering a positive work environment that supports diversity, inclusivity, and employee satisfaction.

The CDL-A Truck Driver role at Koch Trucking is designed for professional drivers with at least one year of experience hauling flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers. Offering highly competitive pay, drivers can expect to earn between $60,000 and $80,000 annually, with top performers making between $65,000 and $85,000 per year. The compensation package includes a generous $6,000 hiring bonus and a pay rate ranging from $0.63 to $0.70 per mile, with additional earnings averaging $10,000 annually from drop and stop pay. This position also offers no-touch freight, meaning drivers do not have to load or unload cargo, enhancing convenience and safety.

Drivers at Koch Trucking enjoy excellent work-life balance with weekly home time, ensuring they can maintain a healthy connection with their families and communities. Beyond the salary, Koch Trucking provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off starting from day one, three floating holidays annually, and a 401(k) plan with company match to support long-term financial security.

The orientation process is handled with care, providing all-expenses-paid training in luxury hotels located in Roseville, Minnesota, and Appling, Georgia, helping new hires settle in comfortably before hitting the road. The company also supports driver well-being and communication by providing a free iPad with a data package, ensuring drivers stay connected with family and friends while on the move.

Koch Trucking operates a modern fleet with an average truck age of only 16 months, featuring Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadia models equipped with driver-friendly amenities like refrigerators, leather interiors, double curtain wraps, double bunks, and built-in inverters. Drivers also benefit from a supportive work environment with a pet and rider policy, 24/7/365 roadside assistance, a $3,000 referral bonus for new driver recruitment, and access to the Rolling Strong driver app.

Additional perks include paid weekly wages, free driver lounge benefits such as complimentary toiletries and food items like pizza and sandwiches, making every aspect of working at Koch Trucking comfortable and rewarding. As an equal opportunity employer dedicated to supporting its drivers and fostering career growth, Koch Trucking invites qualified CDL-A drivers to apply and start their journey towards a sustainable and prosperous trucking career today.