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Xpedited Rail Division
The Xpedited Rail division allows U.S. Xpress to expand its
market, offer customers consistent and reliable service, capture
peak opportunities with capacity, and reduce operational costs.
Rail “drayage” and shuttle drivers will be selected based on their
domicile location and service performance. Drivers from all
SBU’s are utilized to supplement the drayage group.
Xpress Direct
The Xpress Direct SBU’s main focus is to provide a specialized
time-critical service to customers. Xpress Direct provides more
than just a one-time solution for our customers. XD’s goal is to set
new standards for service, reliability, and overall value by being
strategically positioned to provide a premium service throughout
North America. On occasion, drivers will be asked to do special
assignments for Xpress Direct.
Driver Status
A driver’s status is the position held in the Company by that
driver. The driver status determines a driver’s pay, hometime
opportunities, and transfer eligibility.
First Seat Driver
A first seat driver is a driver that has no Company-placed
restrictions. This driver can drive for any SBU (except Teams)
and can apply to be a driver trainer (after spending the
appropriate amount of time with U.S. Xpress).
Team Drivers
Team Drivers perform a crucial service for U.S. Xpress,
primarily in the time-definite and expedited service niches. A team
consists of two drivers that can operate the truck in intervals. Each
team driver will be paid separately by individual experience.
Finishing Trainee
A Finishing Trainee is a driver that is hired as a student driver
in the Finishing Program. Depending on experience, a Trainee
may be required to complete 160 hours of behind-the-wheel
training once they have completed the orientation process.
Upon satisfactory completion of the training, the trainee will
be given a written and road test in order to be upgraded to a
probationary first seat driver. Finishing trainees do not have time
off available that can be taken during the training program.
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