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Michels Corporation

OTR - Drive Away Driver

Brownsville, WI · On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

As an OTR - Drive Away Driver, your key responsibility will be to safely transport oversized and overweight materials and construction equipment as needed to and from sites. You will operate your ...

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How much do drive away jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for drive away in the United States is $22.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Drive Away drivers?

Drive Away drivers are professionals who transport vehicles from one location to another, typically for dealerships, rental companies, or corporate fleets. Unlike traditional delivery drivers, they move the vehicles by driving them rather than loading them onto a trailer. This service is often used for relocating new or used cars, trucks, or specialty vehicles across cities or states. Drive Away drivers may work independently or as part of a company specializing in vehicle relocation. The job requires a valid driver’s license and sometimes a clean driving record.

What is the difference between Drive Away vs Delivery Driver?

AspectDrive AwayDelivery Driver
Required CredentialsDriver's license, possibly a commercial licenseDriver's license, vehicle insurance
Work EnvironmentTransporting vehicles or goods over long distancesDelivering packages or food locally or regionally
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive, logistics, moving companiesRetail, food service, courier services
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Drive Away roles typically involve transporting vehicles or goods over longer distances, often requiring specialized licenses. Delivery Drivers focus on local or regional deliveries of packages or food, with a different set of certifications. Both roles are essential in logistics but differ mainly in scope and environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Drive Away drivers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Drive Away drivers often face challenges such as adapting to different vehicle types, managing long-distance travel, and coordinating schedules with clients or dispatchers. To manage these effectively, it's important to maintain clear communication with the logistics team, familiarize yourself with each vehicle's features before driving, and plan routes in advance to accommodate rest breaks and traffic conditions. Building time-management skills and staying organized can help ensure timely deliveries and reduce stress on the job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Drive Away Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Drive Away Driver, you need a valid commercial or standard driver's license, a clean driving record, and knowledge of transportation regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and vehicle inspection protocols is typically required. Reliability, professionalism, and strong communication skills help build trust with clients and ensure on-time deliveries. These competencies are vital for safe vehicle transport, regulatory compliance, and maintaining customer satisfaction in the drive away industry.
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Infographic showing various Drive Away job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,940 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

Drive Away Service Driver

Fleet Direct Truck & Trailer Sales

Lincoln, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

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WHY JOIN THE FLEET DIRECT TRUCK AND TRAILER SALES TEAM?

Ready to drive your career to new heights? Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales is on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team! If you’re fueled by ambition and a love for all things trucks and trailers, we want YOU!

As part of our family, you’ll have the opportunity to steer your career in the right direction. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a fresh graduate eager to hit the road running, Fleet Direct is the perfect pit stop for your career journey.

Explore endless possibilities, collaborate with a diverse team, and accelerate your success in an industry that’s always on the move. We offer competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and a roadmap for growth within the company.

Don’t just follow the path - help us pave it! Join Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales and drive your ambitions into a future full of opportunities.

BENEFITS

  • Excellent Insurance Coverage: Health, dental and vision plans available
  • Disability Insurance: Company-paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability
  • Paid Time Off: Sick, personal, vacation and holidays
  • 401k: Retirement savings with company match
  • Life Insurance: $150,00.00 company-paid life insurance
  • Uniform Allowance: Spend less out of pocket
  • Employee Discounts: Receive discounts on goods and services from our partners
  • And More: Voluntary benefits including accident, hospital indemnity, & critical illness.

MORE ABOUT THE DRIVE AWAY SERVICE DRIVER ROLE:

What will the Drive Away Service Driver do?

Performs all functions according to established policies and procedures related to supporting the process to satisfy our customers’ demands.

What is the Drive Away Service Driver responsible for?

  • Responsible for safely transporting new and used equipment as assigned by supervisor.
  • Perform daily safety checks on equipment and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.
  • Maintains cleanliness of yard and equipment
  • Responsible for verifying VIN numbers.
  • Ensures the yard is clean, organized and trucks are easily accessible.

What knowledge, skills and abilities are required for the Drive Away Service Driver role?

  • CDL A driver’s license and 3 years of auto-hauling experience preferred.
  • Comfortable working in a high-stress environment and ability to stay calm under pressure.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships with co-workers and at times customers.
  • Strong communication skills (oral, written and listening) with motivational ability.
  • Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with time constraints, interruptions.
  • Work will require overnight availability and may exceed 40 hours per week.


What are the physical demands of the Drive Away Service Driver role?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and hot/cold outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work area may be loud.

Visual requirements include reading off a computer screen as well as printed materials.

Verbal and auditory requirements include the ability to communicate clearly over the telephone as well as in person.

There is a high level of extended periods of sitting.

This Job Description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them for the position if the work is similar, related or a reasonable requirement of the position. Additional duties may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time.

What is the FLSA status of the Drive Away Service Driver role?

The FLSA status of this position is: Exempt

Who does the Drive Away Service Driver report to?

The Drive Away Service Driver reports to the Executive Vice President.

JOIN THE FLEET DIRECT TRUCK AND TRAILER SALES TEAM TODAY!