Why Drive for Cowen?

Cowen Truck Line drivers are the face of our business. We understand the unique needs of those who work on the road and strive to make driving for Cowen a fulfilling career for every member of our team.

More than half of our drivers have been with us for over a decade. They find Cowen to be the kind of place they are valued and heard, from dispatch all the way up to the president of the company.

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HOME FOR THE MOMENTS THAT MATTER

No one wants to be away from home all the time, especially when that means missing milestone events like birthdays, weddings, and holidays. At Cowen, we work hard to reduce downtime and layovers—so you can be home on time for the moments that matter.

ON THE ROAD WITH THE COMFORTS OF HOME

The fact is, a big part of this career means working on the road—and Cowen Truck Line wants your truck to be the best "home away from home" possible.

Get your own truck, outfitted for comfort with mini-fridge, microwave, and inverter
Use top-of-the-line equipment, maintained and in compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Safe Stat Rating standards
Drive one of our fleet of modern, late-model Kenworth T-660's, T-680's—all top quality and among the best maintained in the industry today

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DRIVE WITH EXCELLENCE, IMPACT YOUR COMMUNITY

The Ohio Trucking Association has recognized seven Cowen drivers by nominating them for the Ohio Driver of the Year Award.
Since 2000, ten Cowen drivers have received special recognition from the National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC).

By being an active partner in initiatives such as United Way and the Ashland County Community Foundation, Cowen Truck Line cares about improving the communities in which our employees live and work.

EXCELLENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Company Drivers

We offer our employees competitive compensation, a full benefits package, and ample home time. You choose your load, and we offer limited touch freight. At Cowen, you never have to worry about slip seating.

Local, Regional, and Long Haul dispatch
Home daily and weekends
Paid vacation
Bereavement pay
Meal allowance
Life insurance
Medical and dental insurance
AFLAC benefits
401-K
Disability insurance
Referral bonus
Safety bonus
Tenure bonus
Miles per gallon bonus
Log bonus
Limited passenger policy
Multiple stop pay

Owner Operator Drivers

Our owner operator drivers receive excellent compensation with bonuses and other amenities.

Drop pay
Fuel Surcharge
Safety bonus
Log bonus
Paid permits, after the first year
Mileage information and assistance available for IRP registration
Annual Inspection

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DRIVER QUALIFICATIONS

To drive for Cowen, you must be at least 23 years old and hold a valid Class A CDL. You’ll need a minimum of two years on the road with tractor-trailer driving experience over the last three years. Additionally, you must meet the following requirements:

Present a clean, well-groomed, professional appearance
Have no more than one preventable accident within three years
Have no more than four moving violations within three years
Consent to pre-employment drug screening
Pass a criminal background check
Pass a DOT physical/drug test

If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of working with Cowen contact us for more information, or apply today!

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We look forward to having you on board!

Personally, the very predictable and flexible home time schedule is very refreshing. Professionally, being surrounded by safe and courteous drivers has given me the incentive to always be at my best. Cowen has set the bar very high and it shows every day by the success of this company

Tom – one year driver

Cowen Truck Line, Inc.
2697 State Route 39
PO Box 480
Perrysville, OH 44864

Phone: 1-800-537-1669
Local: (419) 938-3401
Logistics: 1-800-552-1669
Fax: (419) 938-5491