Truck Driver - Class A OTR - Penske Logistics

Penske

Peoria, Maricopa County
CDL A Otr home daily
$75,446 - $75,446/yr
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Posted 6 days ago

What to Expect

This is a full_time Over-the-Road (OTR) position with Penske in Peoria, Maricopa County. You will need a CDL Class A license and 3_plus of experience. The position pays $75,446 - $75,446/yr. Home time is listed as home daily.

Job Description

Truck Driver - Class A OTR - Penske Logistics ❮ back to last search Penske Peoria, Arizona $75,446 per year - estimated ? Full time CLOSING SOON Apply for this job Description Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A CDL Truck Drivers • Earn $27.32 per hour • Overtime after 40 hours • Home daily (except NM layover nights) You will drive: • Late model, Penske Truck Leasing trucks • Best-in-class specs designed for comfort and safety • Equipped with inward and outward facing in-cab cameras helping to ensure safety for all What you will do: • Low touch freight - manual pallet jack operations Schedule: • 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM dispatch (depending on route) • 40 to 55 hours per week Comprehensive benefits package includes: • Paid vacation and holidays day one • Generous retirement benefits • Excellent health care coverage-medical, dental, and vision • Short and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance • Company-provided uniforms • Employee discount benefit program • Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral • Safety incentive program • Premier Driver Recognition Program Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/ Why Penske? Ready to put your truck-driving career in high gear? Make the shift and fuel your career as a CDL Class A Truck Driver for Penske. When you join Penske, you join a team of professional truck drivers committed to delivering products safely and on time. And we’re proud to haul freight for some of the world’s leading brands. (Yes, we’re more than just the yellow trucks.) But it’s more than that. It’s about incredible customer service and building relationships with your accounts. When you drive for Penske, you’re representing Penske, but you’re also representing your clients. In fact, you’ll probably be driving their branded trucks and wearing their uniform. You’ll be on the move with Penske and so will your career. We have tons of training opportunities for you. And with locations across the nation, you can also move to a new city. Best of all, you’ll be with a stable, nationwide company that is known for having the best equipment, great management, clear communication and a fantastic safety record. We pay every Friday. Are you ready to take it to the next level? Come drive for Penske. Qualifications Qualifications: • Valid Class A CDL required. Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence • Currently hold, or ability to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card required • 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years required, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 5 years • 3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents • Follow all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines • Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job • In order to be compliant with federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)), this role requires English language proficiency • Work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required. • This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others. Physical Requirements: • The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The associate must be able to see and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. • While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg. • The associate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply for this job Stats for this job Salary comparison: This job National average Logistics & Warehouse Jobs average Arizona average Salaries The number of jobs in each salary range for all: Receive similar jobs by email Create alert By creating an alert, you agree to our T&Cs and Privacy Notice, and Cookie Use. Similar jobs Truck Driver - Class A OTR - Penske Logistics ESTIMATED: $103,931 per year ? Penske Truck Rental Peoria, Arizona, 85345 Truck Driver - Class A OTR - Penske Logistics ESTIMATED: $68,411 per year ? Penske Truck Leasing PEORIA, Arizona, Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics ESTIMATED: $113,469 per year ? 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Requirements

  • CDL Class A license
  • 3_plus of driving experience
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Over-the-Road (OTR) Trucking

OTR trucking involves long-haul routes that cross multiple states, often keeping drivers on the road for two to three weeks at a time before returning home. These positions are ideal for drivers who enjoy travel and independence, and they typically offer the highest pay in the industry. OTR drivers are the backbone of America's freight system, moving goods coast to coast on tight schedules.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as an OTR driver begins before sunrise with a walk-around pre-trip inspection of your truck and trailer. You plan your route, check weather and traffic conditions, and hit the road. Over the course of 10 to 11 hours of driving, you cover several hundred miles, managing fuel stops and rest breaks within your Hours of Service limits. Communication with dispatch keeps your schedule on track, and at the end of the day you find a truck stop, log your hours, and rest up for tomorrow.

Pros & Cons of Over-the-Road (OTR) Driving

Pros

  • + Highest earning potential among driving positions
  • + See the country and enjoy the freedom of the open road
  • + Opportunities available even for newer CDL holders
  • + Carriers often provide sign-on bonuses and full benefits
  • + Consistent freight volume means strong job security

Cons

  • Weeks away from home and family at a time
  • Irregular sleep schedules and limited exercise options
  • Truck stop meals can make healthy eating challenging
  • Wear and tear from long hours in the driver seat
  • Limited personal space living in a sleeper cab

Career Path

1

CDL Training & First Year

Complete CDL school, earn your Class A license, and gain your first year of OTR experience with a training carrier.

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2

Experienced OTR Driver

With 1-2 years of clean driving, you qualify for better carriers, higher CPM, and more desirable lanes.

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3

Specialized or Lease Operator

Move into higher-paying specialized freight (Hazmat, oversized) or explore lease-purchase programs.

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4

Owner-Operator or Trainer

Run your own truck as an owner-operator or mentor the next generation as a driver trainer.

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Trucking in Arizona

Arizona is a major logistics hub connecting California ports to the rest of the country. Cross-border freight with Mexico adds demand.

Average driver salary in Arizona: $50,000 - $72,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this over-the-road (otr) job pay?

This position pays $75,446 - $75,446/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What CDL class do I need for this job?

This position requires a CDL Class A license. Class A allows you to operate combination vehicles over 26,001 lbs GVWR.

What is the home time for this position?

The home time for this position is listed as home daily. Actual home time may vary based on route assignments and freight availability.

What is the trucking job market like in Arizona?

Arizona is a major logistics hub connecting California ports to the rest of the country. Cross-border freight with Mexico adds demand. The average truck driver salary in Arizona ranges from $50,000 - $72,000 per year.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

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