FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where do you run?
Can drivers stay out for more than one week?
Can drivers stay out for more than one week?
All of our current regional runs are centered around Memphis, TN and flow between these states: Tennessee, Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Illinois and Indiana. We do not service the East Coast or the West Coast.
Can drivers stay out for more than one week?
Can drivers stay out for more than one week?
Can drivers stay out for more than one week?
Yes. Drivers are welcome to stay out as long as they would like. When drivers that stay out for 4,500 miles or more, while staying out they earn an additional 2.5 cents on every mile plus $50 layover pay for each 34-hour break.
How long is orientation?
Can drivers stay out for more than one week?
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Orientation lasts about 10 hours and usually consists of one full day plus a half day. Orientation pay is a flat $500 for all drivers. For regional drivers, we'll get you out on your first run the afternoon of the second day of orientation.
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Do drivers have assigned tractors?
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Yes. The sign-on bonus is $3,000. The first $1,000 is paid after 10,000 safe miles and the second $1,000 after 40,000 safe miles. The final $1,000 is paid on the driver's one-year anniversary date.
How often are drivers paid?
Do drivers have assigned tractors?
Do drivers have assigned tractors?
All Armstrong employees are paid weekly. Drivers are paid by direct deposit on Friday for all loads completed between the prior Sunday morning and midnight Saturday night.
Do drivers have assigned tractors?
Do drivers have assigned tractors?
Do drivers have assigned tractors?
Yes. Every driver is assigned to a specific tractor. We offer Freightliner and International tractors with a mix of manual and automatic transmissions. We'll do everything we can to put you in a truck that matches your preferences.
What type of electronic logs do you use?
What type of electronic logs do you use?
What type of electronic logs do you use?
Rand McNally TND765. These units provide directions, help drivers locate truck stops and allow for direct, two-way communication with the office for load details, check calls and other critical information.
How fast do the trucks run?
What type of electronic logs do you use?
What type of electronic logs do you use?
The majority of our fleet is set at 65 mph on the pedal and 68 mph on cruise.
Where is Armstrong Transportation based?
What type of electronic logs do you use?
Where is Armstrong Transportation based?
Armstrong Transportation is based in Memphis, TN at 3141 Farrisview. Our company is not affiliated with any other companies that might have "Armstrong" in their name.
Do you hire owner-operators?
Do you hire owner-operators?
Where is Armstrong Transportation based?
Absolutely! We are always looking to add top owner-operators to our fleet. Click below for complete information on our owner-operator program.
STAY OUT LONGER AND EARN MORE
SUMMARY
CLOSE TO HOME
CLOSE TO HOME
While we specialize in getting our regional drivers home every weekend, we also need the ability to provide capacity to our customers 7 days per week, including weekends. With that goal in mind, we are looking to bring on drivers with the flexibility to run on weekends and stay out for about 12 days…or longer if the driver prefers.
CLOSE TO HOME
CLOSE TO HOME
CLOSE TO HOME
All drivers will run in our normal regional network, so should the need arise for the driver to be home for an emergency, family event or doctor visit, just let us know and, in most cases, we'll have you home the very next day.
OPTIONAL
CLOSE TO HOME
"25-50" BONUS PAY
Staying out for two weeks or longer is optional. Drivers are welcome to be home every weekend for a while then choose to stay out for 2 weeks or longer from time or time. Drivers are welcome to stay out much longer than 2 weeks as well. It's the driver's choice.
"25-50" BONUS PAY
"25-50" BONUS PAY
"25-50" BONUS PAY
In addition to the normal pay structure, drivers staying out 2 weeks or more also earn:
2.5 cents extra on every mile
$50 for 34-hour break on the road
Extra pay shown here only applies during the period that the driver is out for 2+ weeks.
TREMENDOUS MILES
"25-50" BONUS PAY
TREMENDOUS MILES
Drivers staying out for two weeks are consistently achieving 3,000 to 3,500 miles per week and earning 54 to 57 cents per mile including all applicable bonus pay.
Drivers on this program must run at least 4,500 miles during a two-weeks-out period to qualify for the 25-50 Bonus Pay.
EARNINGS EXAMPLE
"25-50" BONUS PAY
TREMENDOUS MILES
Earnings for 6,500 miles during 2 weeks out:
Base 50 Cents: $3,250
StrongZone Bonus: $170
2.5 Cents PM Bonus: $162
34-hour Break Pay: $50
Total Gross Pay: $3,632
55.9 cents per mile
$1,816 gross per week
OUR DRIVING OPPORTUNITIES
LOCAL COMPANY DRIVER
REGIONAL COMPANY DRIVER
REGIONAL COMPANY DRIVER
Armstrong currently has opportunities for local drivers in Memphis, Little Rock and Hammond, LA. Drivers are home every night and typically work a 10-12 hour day. Some occasional weekend and holiday work is required.
REGIONAL COMPANY DRIVER
REGIONAL COMPANY DRIVER
REGIONAL COMPANY DRIVER
Armstrong's regional company drivers enjoy every weekend at home along with excellent miles and income. With our 85% drop-and-hook network, depending on the driver's goals, weekly miles range from 2,300 to 3,300+ per week.
REGIONAL OWNER-OPERATOR
REGIONAL COMPANY DRIVER
REGIONAL OWNER-OPERATOR
Armstrong Transportation is always ready to welcome new owner-operators to our regional fleet. We've had owner-operators as a key part of our fleet for over 15 years, so we understand the goals, challenges and needs of owner-operators.
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