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Pride raises driver pay

Dec. 2, 2020
Family-owned refrigerated carrier increases base compensation by 4 cents per mile, boosts sign-on bonus to $10,000

Pride Transport, a family-owned Utah-based carrier specializing in temperature-controlled transportation, says it recently implemented a “significant” driver pay raise across the board.

Effective Dec. 1, Pride driver pay increased by 4 cents per mile, with an additional 4 cents per mile for two years as part of its $10,000 sign-on bonus payout.

“This is an exciting announcement,” said Steve Schelin, director of recruiting for Pride Transport. “What does that mean for a driver coming to Pride Transport? It means our base pay rate is 45 to 47.5 cents per mile and then we add so many extras.”

Schelin emphasized that Pride distributes its $10,000 sign-on bonus as a weekly pay increase that lasts for two years. “That may sound like a long time, but it’s paid at $100 per week for two years. That’s the equivalent of another 4 cent-per-mile raise during that time.”

The company said it also has an “unbeatable” 401(k) program that matches contributions by 20%. On top of base pay, the company offers drivers pay for layover, breakdown and stops, plus guaranteed detention. Drivers also enjoy paid holiday and vacation time, affordable healthcare plans and paid orientation.

Pride Transport also has 100% no-touch refrigerated freight, state-of-the-art equipment, and pet and rider programs.

Visit driveforpride.com for more information.

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