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

Dry VanDedicated

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Nussbaum Transportation

Nussbaum operates about 450+ trucks with 600+ drivers. While small compared to mega carriers, this size allows for a more personalized driver experience with direct access to management.

Yes. Nussbaum has been named a Best Fleet to Drive For by the Truckload Carriers Association multiple times, recognizing their driver satisfaction, compensation, and company culture.

Yes. Nussbaum Transportation offers a profit-sharing program for employees, which is relatively rare in trucking and reflects their commitment to sharing company success with drivers.