Averitt Express

Cookeville, TN · Founded 1971 · 4,800+ trucks · 48 states (strongest in Southeast)

Company Overview

Averitt Express is a privately held carrier based in Cookeville, Tennessee that provides LTL, truckload, dedicated, and intermodal services. The company has deep roots in the southeastern United States and has steadily expanded to provide 48-state coverage. Averitt is known for its associate-centered culture (employees are called 'associates'), strong benefits, and community involvement. The company offers both LTL and truckload driving positions, giving drivers career flexibility.

Pay & Compensation

Solo Driver Pay

$22-$30/hr (LTL); $0.50-$0.64/mi (TL)

Team Driver Pay

N/A

Owner-Operator Pay

N/A

Benefits & Perks

Full medical, dental, vision
401(k) with match
Paid time off and holidays
Company-provided uniforms
Safety bonuses
Family-oriented culture

Hiring Requirements

Minimum Age: 21 years old
Experience Required: 1 year
CDL Class: Class A
Endorsements: None required

Pros & Cons

Pros

Strong Southeast freight network
Family-oriented company culture
Both LTL and truckload positions available
Good benefits for a private carrier

Cons

Pay may trail top-tier LTL carriers in some markets
Strongest freight density remains in the Southeast
1-year experience minimum

Equipment & Operations

Equipment Types

LTLTruckloadDedicatedIntermodal

Operating Region

48 states (strongest in Southeast)

Home Time

Daily for LTL P&D; weekly for truckload regional

Annual Revenue

$1.8 billion

Best For

Southeast-based drivers wanting a family-oriented carrier with LTL and TL options

Frequently Asked Questions About Averitt Express

Averitt Express is headquartered in Cookeville, Tennessee and has the strongest freight density in the southeastern United States, though they now operate in all 48 contiguous states.

Yes. Averitt operates both LTL (less-than-truckload) and full truckload divisions, along with dedicated and intermodal services. This gives drivers the option to switch between service types.

Averitt is consistently rated well by employees for its company culture and treatment of associates. The company is privately owned and has a family-first reputation that many drivers appreciate.

Company Overview

Frequently Asked Questions About Averitt Express

Averitt Express is headquartered in Cookeville, Tennessee and has the strongest freight density in the southeastern United States, though they now operate in all 48 contiguous states.

Yes. Averitt operates both LTL (less-than-truckload) and full truckload divisions, along with dedicated and intermodal services. This gives drivers the option to switch between service types.

Averitt is consistently rated well by employees for its company culture and treatment of associates. The company is privately owned and has a family-first reputation that many drivers appreciate.