May 23, 2022
Sometimes people hear that Averitt has a uniform and image policy and they think they can’t join us because they have tattoos or a beard or something. That’s a myth! We allow a lot of room for personal expression and individuality while adhering to a high
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April 25, 2022
Averitt Express offers excellent earning power and a wide range of career opportunities across the U.S., but there’s so much more that entices people to come and stay long-term with us. Here are just a few of our highlights, along with some quotes and veri
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April 14, 2022
Have you been thinking about becoming a professional driver? At Averitt, we believe in making the path to career success as simple as possible. It’s why we prioritize promoting from within and have seen thousands of associates move into different roles thr
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April 7, 2022
At Averitt, we think we have the best team around which is why we are committed to bringing our Averitt teammates top pay and great benefits. We have a long list of incredible benefits our team loves including profit sharing, retirement plan options, great
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March 11, 2022
Cover Story: Averitt in Tennessee Trucking News’ In the fall, Averitt was honored to be highlighted in the Tennessee Trucking Association magazine Tennessee Trucking News (TTN) as we celebrated our 50th anniversary. We’re proud of our long history in the
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Promoting from within: Brenda Stoker
February 17, 2022
Meet Brenda Stoker. She’s one of Averitt’s city dispatchers at our Dallas service center. In her leadership role, Brenda spends a lot of her days mentoring and developing new leaders within our driver group.
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February 14, 2022
When it comes to team driving, many people often wonder: can you team drive with your significant other? The answer is a resounding YES! While not every relationship is set up to thrive in an environment that takes you over the road, there are many couples
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January 21, 2022
Have you made your goals for 2022 yet? It’s no surprise that health is at the top of the list when people make New Year’s resolutions or goals. Wherever you may be on your health journey, this is the perfect time of year to hit the reset button
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Averitt’s “Over 20 Team” continues to grow
January 14, 2022
According to research by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, career longevity is not as common as it used to be. Many workers end up doing what’s called “professional pivoting.”
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December 16, 2021
What kind of impact are you making on the next generation? That’s what Averitt driver Angela Lecomte wants you to think about. She says that one of the most rewarding things she has done throughout her professional driving career is take part in
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5 lucky Averitt drivers given the keys to brand new Freightliner Cascadias
November 30, 2021
At Averitt, driver safety is always our priority, so we made sure our new Freightliners were decked out with additional safety features like lane-departure protection and intelligent high beams that will help us deliver outstanding service…
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Averitt again recognized as a Military Friendly Company
November 11, 2021
Averitt Express has been nationally recognized for the fourth time as a Military Friendly Company! Viqtory, a veteran-owned business, conducts the national Military Friendly® Company survey every year to highlight companies that support veterans
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Women in Trucking names 2021 Top Companies for Women: In all ways big and small, Averitt takes care of female truck drivers
October 25, 2021
For the second year in a row, Averitt Express is proud to be named among Redefining the Road’s 2021 Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation. And, as always, we recognize that it isn’t just one thing that makes Averitt a great career destinati
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October 6, 2021
When Averitt says we listen to our drivers, we mean it. In fact, we ask our Driver Advisory Council for input on pretty much everything. “When there is a proposal to change something at Averitt, before we do anything that would affect the driver, we ..
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September 29, 2021
In 2021, Averitt Express has a lot to celebrate. Last month, we joined the nation in recognizing the hard work of our truck drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW). And we put a 50th anniversary spin on it!
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September 27, 2021
We’re so ready for our brand-new Freightliner Cascadia trucks to join the fleet! Are you as excited about them as we are? There are so many things to love about these trucks, but our favorites are all the new features that have your safety in mind.
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September 21, 2021
Do you enjoy working with your hands and solving challenging problems? Are you looking for a career that has endless opportunities for your future? Do you want to work for a company that is safety-focused and committed to seeing you succeed?
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September 9, 2021
At the heart of Averitt’s unique company culture is a dedication to giving back to our communities. That’s why Averitt Cares for Kids has donated almost $12 million to charities that improve and save the lives of children.
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August 20, 2021
When Averitt mechanic and father of five Anthony Baker wakes up in the morning, he can be confident that his job is secure and stable. And as Averitt celebrates our 50th anniversary this year, Baker knows we’ve got his back.
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July 30, 2021
Whether you’re current or former military—or just looking for a career path that works for you—there’s a place for you at Averitt.
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July 16, 2021
At Averitt, our regional drivers earn more per mile when they have their HazMat endorsement. If you’re ready to take your professional driving career to the next level, here are your next steps
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July 8, 2021
Averitt dedicated driver Royshawn Teasley feels that Averitt is a perfect fit for his values and goals, and that’s why he’s chosen Averitt for his driving career.
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June 18, 2021
We are celebrating our 50th anniversary this year! In 1971, Gary Sasser purchased a small carrier called Averitt Express. At the time, it had only two associates, three tractors and five trailers. From that beginning, we’ve grown a company that has…
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June 17, 2021
At Averitt, we believe it’s our responsibility to take care of one another. That’s a big reason why we’re committed to generously giving back to the communities we work and live in.
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June 7, 2021
We’ve been staying ahead of other carriers throughout our 50-year history, and now we’re doing it again by announcing new higher pay for truckload regional driving associates and trainees!
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May 24, 2021
We think team driving is a great opportunity to increase your income, keep you moving, help you troubleshoot any issues that arise on the road and, best of all, have some company while you’re working…
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Like to switch it up? Dedicated flex driving is the perfect job for you!
May 10, 2021
As a dedicated flex driver, you’ll have the opportunity to work with many of our dedicated route customers filling in as needed, enjoy highly competitive pay and take advantage of a flexible work schedule.
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Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse: A Year Later
March 22, 2021
According to a summary report published by the FMCSA, there were 136,806 full queries, 1.4 million pre-employment queries and 2.7 million limited queries made to the Clearinghouse in 2020
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50th Anniversary brings new opportunities with history of success
March 16, 2021
As part of our 50th anniversary celebration in 2021, we recently announced pay enhancements for newly hired regional truckload and flatbed drivers.
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February 23, 2021
Mastio & Company, an independent research agency that specializes in the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry, recently honored Averitt Express for service quality.
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