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Driver Qualifications

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    - Meets all Federal Motor Carrier Qualifications ( which includes, but are not limited to, (FMCSR part 391).

    - Has a valid Commercial Driver License with proper endorsements in state of residence and has no current license suspension or revocation. A work permit is never acceptable. (See FMCSR parts 383 and 391).

    - Has no conviction for a "serious or disqualifying traffic violation" within the last three (3) years. (See FMCSR parts 382, 391, 392 and 397) A "serious or disqualifying traffic violation" includes the following:

          * Excessive speeding, involving any single offense for any speed of 15 m.p.h. or more above the posted speed limit. 

          * Reckless driving, as defined by state or local law or regulation.

          * Improper or erratic lane changes.

          * Following the vehicle ahead too closely.

          * Hit and run, leaving the scene of an accident, or failure to report an accident.

          * Violating a State or local law or ordinance prohibiting texting while driving a motor vehicle.

          * Violating a State or local law or ordinance restricting or prohibiting the use of a hand-held mobile device while driving. 

    - Has no conviction for driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs violation within the past five (5) years.

    - Has no more than one (1) moving violations in the past 36 months, and no moving violations in the previous 12 months.

    - Has no preventable accidents involving a fatality, bodily injuries treated away from the scene, or disabling damage to a motor vehicle within three years.

    - Has a minimum of two (2) years of experience operating tractor/trailer equipment.

    - Has not switched companies in the past 3 months and no more than 2 in the last year.

    - Must be at least 23 years old.

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