OTR Truck Drivers

At Shaffer Trucking (part of Crete Carrier Corporation), we know being an industry leader in driver pay is just the start. Our Leading Pay Plus program includes extras that boost drivers' take-home pay now—and provide more for retirement later.Pay$.63 to $.66 CPMTop 50% Avg $96,542Top 50% Weekly Pay $1,856Pay Practical Miles vs Short Route (3-5% more miles per year)Easy to understand – straightforward – no gimmicksOptional Per Diem ProgramOrientation Pay:$120 per dayQuarterly Safety BonusStability58+ years in businessDebt-FreeLong-term quality customersFamily-OwnedDriver turnover tenureHigh-Quality DriversLowest turnover in the industryDriver mentor programPet PolicyCan take truck homeFree Rider ProgramEase of getting maintenance (20 facilities nationally)FreightConsistent MilesLength of HaulDrop Hook % or # of LoadsDon't broker our freightDon't haul brokered freightBenefits – Industry LeadingInsurance Coverage: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability401KProfit Sharing$11.5 million in profit sharing in 2025$103 million to employee retirement accounts since 2018