TForce Freight (formerly UPS Freight)

Richmond, VA · Founded 1983 · 7,500+ trucks · 48 states, Canada

Company Overview

TForce Freight, formerly UPS Freight, is the LTL division now owned by TFI International after being acquired from UPS in 2021. The operation is Teamsters-unionized, providing drivers with union-scale pay, pension benefits, and seniority protections. TForce Freight operates over 300 service centers and handles a significant share of the North American LTL market. The union environment means structured pay progression but also adherence to collective bargaining agreements.

Pay & Compensation

Solo Driver Pay

$24-$33/hr (union scale)

Team Driver Pay

N/A

Owner-Operator Pay

N/A

Benefits & Perks

Teamsters union representation
Union-negotiated pay scales
Full medical, dental, vision (union plan)
Pension through union
Paid holidays and vacation
Seniority-based advancement

Hiring Requirements

Minimum Age: 21 years old
Experience Required: 1 year
CDL Class: Class A
Endorsements: Doubles/Triples for linehaul

Pros & Cons

Pros

Teamsters union protection and pay scale
Pension plan through union
Structured pay increases based on seniority
Strong LTL network with 300+ terminals

Cons

Union dues reduce take-home pay slightly
Seniority system means newer drivers get less desirable routes
Corporate transitions under TFI ownership ongoing
Less flexibility than non-union carriers

Equipment & Operations

Equipment Types

LTL

Operating Region

48 states, Canada

Home Time

Daily for P&D; 1-2 nights for linehaul

Annual Revenue

$3.2 billion

Best For

Drivers who want union protections, pension, and structured pay in LTL

Frequently Asked Questions About TForce Freight (formerly UPS Freight)

Yes. TForce Freight drivers are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT). This provides union-scale pay, pension benefits, grievance procedures, and seniority protections.

UPS sold its LTL freight division to TFI International in 2021. TFI rebranded it as TForce Freight. The operation largely continued with the same terminals, equipment, and drivers.

Under the Teamsters contract, seniority determines route assignments, vacation scheduling, and layoff order. Longer-tenured drivers get first pick of routes and shifts.