Anderson Trucking Service Increases Driver Pay by 16.7%
Anderson Trucking Service has announced a significant raise in driver compensation, increasing pay from 60 cents to 70 cents per mile — an increase of approximately 16.7%. The adjustment applies to both current and new drivers and could reach up to 72 cents for those with more years of service. This move is intended to align the company's wages with today’s freight market conditions while improving recruitment and retention in a competitive labor environment. The raise, effective September 7, affects around 50 drivers at Anderson Trucking Service, which operates from St. Cloud, Minnesota. The decision reflects broader industry trends as other carriers like Averitt, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, and Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings also adjust pay structures to attract and retain talent amid a shrinking driver pool. Regulatory changes in commercial driver's license (CDL) issuance and increased scrutiny of CDL schools are contributing factors behind the labor shortage. Anderson Trucking Service plans to continue evaluating its compensation strategy as market conditions evolve.
