LTL Freight Service in Knoxville, TN

Averitt is hiring CDL-A drivers immediately for our dedicated Cracker Barrel account. If you're looking for a steady, full-time job with consistent routes, excellent pay, and a supportive work environment, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Enjoy predictable miles and reliable hours, all while having time to plan your life around your schedule!

Why Join Averitt's Cracker Barrel Account?

Competitive Pay & Benefits:

• Average Pay: $1,847 per week ($96,054/year)
• Start at: 66 cpm
• Unloading Pay: $0.185 per case, averaging $555/week
• Retail Route Incentive: $15 for return totes per retail route (totes hold small merchandise
• Company sponsored per diem program

• Dispatches Sunday afternoon through Monday noon
• Sunday dispatch drivers return home on Friday, Monday dispatch drivers return Friday evening or Saturday morning

• Pick up pre-loaded trailers in Lebanon, TN, and deliver merchandise (not food) to Cracker Barrel stores in 24 states: AL, AR, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, WV
• Average 1,960 miles per week
• Drivers typically run 2 routes per week
• Runs vary throughout the week
• Merchandise is separated by a bulkhead for easy unloading (freight isn't mixed together)
• Drivers will unload using a ramp and two-wheel freight into the customer's storeroom (most stops take 1+ hours)

• New drivers will ride with a dedicated Averitt driver for the first week to learn the customer's processes and procedures. Paid at $1,000 for the first week only
• During slower months (January - July), if not needed on this account, you'll be reassigned to another dedicated account to maintain weekly work

• Paid time off including 8 paid holidays
• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision and hearing coverage starting as low as $40.20/week (individual) and $105.90/week (family) after 30 days
• Rider policy for legally married spouses
• Profit Sharing: Monthly direct deposits into your retirement account
• Referral rewards: Cash bonuses for referrals
• Career Growth: Opportunities for local, regional, and leadership roles within Averitt

If you're ready to take your CDL-A career to the next level with a dedicated account, APPLY NOW!

Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Be part of high-profile tours and productions
• Competitive pay with opportunities to earn more as you gain experience
• Steady work year-round with regional freight between tours
• Comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities

• Starting pay on tour: $1,800/week, with potential to earn up to $2,500/week as you take on more responsibility
• Regional freight between tours: $1,500/week average (mileage-based)

• Tour Season: March-October
  Tours run for weeks at a time; limited home time unless routes are near your domicile
• Off-Season: November-February
  Drivers typically run regional, no-touch freight to maintain steady income

• Haul staging, lighting, and production gear for major live events
• Assist with loading/unloading and secure equipment using straps and load bars
• Safely back into tight or unconventional venue locations
• Drive primarily at night to meet strict delivery windows

• Overnight driving is common to meet event deadlines
• Must complete full tour or production run once assigned
• Routes cover the U.S. and Canada (passport required; Averitt reimburses if needed)

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and hearing starting as low as $40.25/week (individual) and $105.90/week (family) after 30 days
• Paid Time Off: Including 8 paid holidays
• Profit Sharing: Monthly deposits into your retirement account
• Per Diem Program: Company-sponsored
• Uniform Allotment: Keep you riding in style
• Referral Rewards: Cash bonuses for referrals
• Career Growth: Opportunities for local, regional, and leadership roles within Averitt

• Average weekly pay: $1,500 (based on a typical 5-day schedule, paid by practical miles)
• Additional pay: stop pay, layover pay, breakdown pay, detention pay, and per diem
• No cap referral bonuses when you help grow the Averitt team

• Regional routes covering primarily South and Midwest
• 100% no-touch freight
• Modern tractors averaging 2.4 years old for a safe and comfortable driving experience
• Access to private parking, onsite fueling, truck washes, showers, and lounge areas at 80+ Averitt locations

• Most drivers run a 5-day schedule with weekly home time
• 96% of 5-day drivers are home by noon on Saturdays, averaging 48+ hours at home weekly

• Medical, dental, vision, hearing, and prescription coverage
• Starting as low as $40.20/week (individual) and $105.90/week (family)
• Paid holidays after 30 days and paid time off after 90 days
• Profit sharing with monthly deposits into your retirement account
• Red Thinkin' Rewards program with opportunities to earn tablets, laptops, TVs, and vacations
• Rider policy for legally married spouses
• Personal conveyance policy for added flexibility
• Uniform allowance to keep you comfortable and professional

• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Strong driver support from dispatch and leadership teams
• Opportunities to grow your career within Averitt
• Access to a scholarship program for associates and their dependents

Join the Team Behind the Movement: Part-Time Dock Associate at Averitt

Looking for a hands-on opportunity with room to grow? We're hiring Part-Time Dock Associates, the vital link that keeps our freight moving and our service strong.

As a Dock Associate, you'll be at the heart of our operations, safely loading and unloading freight with the help of modern equipment and digital scanners. You'll work in a clean, organized, and professional environment where safety and teamwork come first. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to be part of something bigger, we want you on board.

Hours: Tuesday - Friday start time of 5 p.m.., Saturday start time of 9 a.m.

What You'll Do

• Efficiently load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and digital scanning tools
• Manually handle, move, and lift freight as needed to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain a safe and organized dock environment
• Collaborate with a team that values precision, accountability, and mutual respect

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive hourly pay:Making up to $31.15/hour(based on experience)
• Work with the best: Top-tier equipment, advanced technology, and a team that takes pride in every shipment.
• Path to Driving Careers: Through our Dock-to-Driver program, eligible associates have the opportunity to earn a CDL, move into higher-paying driving roles, and continue growing their career within Averitt
• Monthly Profit Sharing: Share in Averitt's success with automatic contributions to your retirement plan
• Referral Rewards Program: Earn cash for every successful referral
• Opportunity to develop new skills and advance within a company that invests in your growth
• Be part of a culture that cares: We have a supportive, team-oriented culture that encourages professional growth. Over 22% of our associates have been with us for 20+ years!
• Grow your future: Many of our leaders began their journey on the dock. This is more than a stepping stone, it's a launchpad.

What It Takes to Succeed

• Experience with dock, warehouse, or forklift work is a plus, but not required
• A strong eye for detail and commitment to safety
• Dependable, team-oriented, and eager to learn

Join a company where people stay and thrive. If you're ready for a workplace that values hard work, rewards dedication, and promotes from within, then you're ready for Averitt.

Apply now to become a Part-Time Dock Associate and start building your future with us!

Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.