Requirements

To be hired as a driver for Midwest Express, you must:

• -Be at least 24 years old
• -Have at least 2 years of recent, verifiable experience using the same (or similar) equipment
• -Have a valid CDL from your state of residence
• -Pass a road test administered by Midwest Express
• -Be able to physically operate a tractor-trailer, including entering/exiting tractor or trailer, loading or unloading trailer, lifting boxes, and when necessary, operating a pallet jack
• -Pass a DOT physical and a post-offer function test
• -Be able to read and write sufficiently to maintain records, and understand bills of lading, company notices, and the driver’s manual
• -Be able to receive and follow driving directions
• -Possess a suitable work history, demonstrating the ability to serve customers, work with others and show commitment to the company safety policy, operations, and paperwork considerations
• -Possess a suitable driving history, meaning you’ve had no more than 3 incidents, accidents, or moving violations on your driving record in the past 36 months
• -Pass a pre-employment drug screen

The following items may eliminate your consideration for original or continued employment:

• -DWI/DUI (last 5 years)
• -Any combination of 3 or more moving violations, vehicular accidents, or similar incidents
• -Speeding conviction of 15 mph or more
• -Reckless or careless driving
• -Driving with a suspended or revoked license
• -Fleeing from an officer of the law
• -Racing on public highway
• -Failure to stop for a school bus
• -Second at-fault accident
• -Failure to have vehicle under control
• -Driving on wrong side of road
• -Hit and run or leaving the scene of an accident