Nussbaum Transportation
Normal, IL · Founded 1945 · 450+ trucks · 48 states
Company Overview
Nussbaum Transportation is a smaller, family-owned dry van carrier based in Normal, Illinois that has earned a stellar reputation for driver treatment and company culture. Despite its modest size, Nussbaum has been named a Best Fleet to Drive For multiple years and consistently ranks among the top carriers in driver satisfaction surveys. The company focuses on quality over quantity, maintaining a smaller fleet of well-equipped Volvo trucks and investing heavily in driver compensation and support.
Pay & Compensation
Solo Driver Pay
$0.54-$0.68/mi
Team Driver Pay
$0.64-$0.76/mi
Owner-Operator Pay
N/A (company drivers only)
Benefits & Perks
- Driver-centric family culture
- Full medical, dental, vision
- 401(k) with match
- Profit sharing
- Safety bonuses
- Newer Volvo VNL trucks with APU
Hiring Requirements
- Minimum Age
- 21 years old
- Experience Required
- 6 months
- CDL Class
- Class A
- Endorsements
- None required
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Multiple Best Fleet to Drive For awards
- Family-owned culture with profit sharing
- Newer Volvo VNL equipment fleet-wide
- Small enough for personalized dispatch relationships
Cons
- Smaller fleet means fewer route options
- Not available in all regions equally
- Company drivers only — no O/O program
- 6-month experience minimum
Equipment & Operations
Equipment Types
Operating Region
48 states
Home Time
Every 10-14 days OTR; weekly for regional
Annual Revenue
$200 million
Best For
Drivers who want a smaller, family-owned carrier with exceptional culture and driver support