Average driver tenure shows this is a place drivers build a career, not just grab a short-term seat.
Family-owned since 1933
Steady dry van freight. Respect on the road.
Skinner Transfer is hiring experienced company drivers for OTR dry van positions with typical time out of 7 to 10 days, 99% no-touch freight, automatic trucks, and a team that still knows drivers by name.
.51-.60 CPMPay based on experience
99% no-touchDry van freight
96 trucksStable fleet with long-term drivers
Why Skinner
A company built for the long haul
Drivers stay because the freight is steady, the equipment is set up right, and leadership is still close enough to know who is in the truck. Skinner’s history goes back to 1933, and that long view still shapes how the company treats people.
Governed speed built for efficient miles without choking down the truck.
Typical OTR schedule, with route planning based on where you live and freight needs.
Load planners and driver managers work together so support is not sitting on one desk.
Pay & benefits
Clear pay, real bonuses, strong coverage
Skinner keeps the offer straightforward: experience-based CPM, bonuses every four weeks, benefits with company contribution, and PTO that starts on day one.
Experience pay scale
- .51 CPM for 1-3 years
- .54 CPM for 3-5 years
- .57 CPM for 5-10 years
- .60 CPM for 10+ years
Bonus opportunities
- .03 CPM after 10,800 miles
- .045 CPM after 11,599 miles
- .055 CPM over 11,600 miles
- .01 CPM for under 5% idle
- .05 CPM for safety videos
Benefits that matter
- Health, dental, and vision
- Company pays 70% of insurance cost
- PTO starts day one, usable after 30 days
- Rider policy for $29/month
- Dog-friendly pet policy
Built on relationships
Known by name, not truck number
Ownership and operations stay close to the driver side of the business. That shows up in daily interaction, long-term retention, and a culture where support is personal instead of scripted.
The current leadership grew up in the company and worked across driving, dispatch, and operations before leading the business.
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Started in 1933
Skinner was founded by Earl Skinner and built its reputation over generations.
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Family-led growth
The company stayed family-owned while expanding into a 96-truck operation.
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Driver-first operations
Dispatch, planning, and support are structured to keep trucks moving and communication clear.
Onboarding
Fast process. Clear expectations.
Skinner’s onboarding is direct and upfront. You’ll know what the process looks like, how long it takes, and what happens once you arrive.
Application review
Applications are typically processed in about two days.
Orientation
Orientation runs two days, with hotel stay provided during the process.
Trainer time
Experienced drivers usually spend one day in the truck with a trainer; drivers under one year run about four weeks with a trainer.
Get rolling
Most drivers can be moving within about a week. Skinner does not pay travel to orientation, and orientation is not paid.
Questions drivers ask
What matters before you make a move
These are the practical points most drivers want answered before they take the next step.
What kind of trucks are in the fleet?
Freightliner, Kenworth, and International automatics with double bunks, refrigerators, APUs, and driver-facing cameras.
What does a normal run look like?
Most drivers are out 7 to 10 days, running dry van freight across key Midwest and eastern lanes.
How much physical freight handling is there?
About 99% of freight is no-touch, with a mix of drop & hook and live loads.
What does long-term PTO look like?
PTO starts on day one, can be used after 30 days, gives 5 days after one year, and adds another week every three years up to 3 weeks.
Ready to move forward?
Take the next step with Skinner Transfer.
If you want a stable OTR dry van position with practical home-time expectations, strong pay progression, and a company drivers stick with, start the application now.