Driver Recruiter

David Hockenbury

Meet Your Recruiter

Get to know David, hear more about Gypsum Express LTD, and use the links below when you are ready to ask a direct question.

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Estimate Your Pay

Pay Calculator

Start with how you want to run, then compare schedule, region, holiday work, and experience requirements.

What could I earn?

A few questions, then a breakdown built from this fleet’s actual pay.

Estimated yearly pay

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Answer the questions below and your estimate builds here as you go.

Which role are you interested in?

Driver Stories

Hear it from a driver.

A real driver perspective on the work, the equipment, and what the day-to-day feels like.

Quick Answers

Ask before you apply.

Use the assistant for quick recruiting questions, then contact the recruiter when you are ready to talk details.

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FAQ

Answers drivers ask for first.

Quick context on jobs, home time, training, benefits, and what happens next.

What equipment do you have?

We have primarily Freightliner Cascadias, all 2020 and newer. All of our trucks are automatics.

Do you have a rider program?

Yes - After 6 months of safe, solo driving, drivers can apply to bring someone with them. The minimum age is 14 with some stipulations, ask your recruiter for a full breakdown of the rider policy.

How many miles can I average?

This depends on how much you want to run and what you're looking for, but our team will work with you to find what works best. On average, drivers run 2200-2500 miles per week. We do have drivers that run 2500-3000 miles as well.

Do you hire recent graduates?

Absolutely! We love recent graduates and offer a top-of-the-line training program to help you get road ready. Talk with your recruiter for a full breakdown on our program.

Job Details

What you need to know.

A practical look at pay, home time, flatbed work, and benefits before you talk with recruiting.

Job Details

Pay

Competitive pay with earning opportunities based on experience and mileage.

Mileage and schedule matter
Paid for your experience
Recruiter confirms rates

Pay can vary by lane, driver experience, holiday availability, and how often you want to run. Your recruiter can walk through the current rates and help you compare options, or you can review the pay calculator above for estimates.

Home Time

Consistent weekend home time with our regional routes.

Regional routes with consistent home time
Home every weekend
Stay in the Midwest, East, & Southeast

Regional routes offer predictable weekly home time. This lets you plan your home time schedule in advance.

Flatbed

Flatbed roles may include securement, tarping, and customer-specific route requirements.

Securement expectations
Tarping varies by account
Training support available

Flatbed expectations can vary by account. Ask about equipment, tarping frequency, training support, and the experience needed for each lane.

Benefits

Vacation Pay

All full time employees are eligible for paid vacation, based on years of service. This helps you plan time away while staying connected to a stable schedule.

Plan time away
Tenure may affect accrual
Recruiter can confirm policy

Vacation eligibility and accrual details can vary by position and tenure. Your recruiter can explain the current policy and when benefits begin.

Health Insurance

Health insurance options are available to help support drivers and their families. Plan options include Family, Single, Spouse, and Kids.

Driver support
Family options
Enrollment details reviewed

Plan options, enrollment timing, and dependent coverage can be reviewed during the hiring process.

Dental Insurance

Dental insurance options through Excellus BCBS are available as part of the driver benefits package.

Benefit package option
Coverage details available
Eligibility reviewed

Your recruiter can share current benefit details, eligibility requirements, and available coverage options.

Military Program

Gypsum Express is a proud supporter of our Veterans.

Gypsum Express is Veteran Owned & Operated
Collect or pull from your Post 9/11 GI Bill
Higher starting pay scale for Veterans

Let your military background and the benefits you earned launch a new career at Gypsum Express. We are a veteran owned company looking to hire those that have served our country.

Our Team

The people behind the work.

Recruiting is only the start. Drivers also depend on shop teams, dispatch, and support staff who keep the operation moving.

Our shop

Our shop

Our shop team keeps equipment moving with steady maintenance, clear communication, and support drivers can count on.

Our drivers

Our drivers

Drivers are the heart of the operation, bringing experience, professionalism, and pride to every route.

Our recruiters

Our recruiters

Our recruiting team helps drivers understand the opportunities, requirements, and next steps before they apply.

Contact David

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