Operating a truck is not for the weak of heart. Many physical requirements and job specifications may limit some people from applying. . A recent pay increase, based on mileage, was the third in the past two years, and Swift drivers get more miles than with most other carriers. Swift pays 100 percent of a driver's medical coverage, with family coverage available for a small fee.
Drivers earn vacation pay, and dental coverage is available for the driver and family.
And with Swift, a driver doesn't have to wait a long time to be eligible for benefits. Eligibility for experienced drivers begins on the first of the calendar month following 30 days employment. Inexperienced drivers are eligible for benefits on the first of the calendar month following 60 days employment. Swift also offers a stock option plan at 15 percent below market through accumulated payroll deductions. A variety of positions are available to experienced drivers with one or more years OTR experience, including transcontinental, dedicated, regional or intrastate routes.