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Truck Driver Jobs in Missouri —
Earn up to $110,000/yr

Join Astel — a family-owned carrier with 18+ years on the road. Weekly pay. All miles paid — loaded and deadhead. New Volvo trucks. Real respect on every mile.

💵 Up to $0.72 CPM 📅 Weekly Pay 🚛 New Volvo Trucks 🔧 On-Site Repair Shop 📞 24/7 Dispatch Support

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up to $110K Annual Earnings

$0.72 Max CPM Rate

18+ Years in Business

24/7 Driver Support

3,500+ Peak Miles / Week

Pay That Actually Delivers

Transparent, consistent pay — no gimmicks, no hidden deductions. Missouri-based drivers typically gross $2,200–2,700 per week on our West–Midwest lanes.

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$0.72

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$2,200–2,700

Typical Week (gross)

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up to $110,000

Annual Potential

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Bonuses

Safety · DOT Inspection · Fuel

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Weekly Direct PayNo delays, no holdbacks — straight to your account
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All Miles PaidZIP-to-ZIP calculation — loaded and deadhead miles alike
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No Deposit for Experienced DriversA security deposit applies only with under 3 months of OTR experience
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Breakdown CoverageReplacement truck provided — keep rolling & earning

Why Missouri Drivers Choose Astel

Our owner is a former truck driver who built the company he wished existed. 18 years later — we're still growing and still treating drivers like people, not numbers.

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Comfortable Chicago Yard

Rest area, sauna, and laundry facilities on-site — a real home base between runs.

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On-Site Repair Shop

Full mechanic team on-site — fast turnaround so you spend more time earning, less time waiting.

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New Volvo Trucks

Late-model equipment built for long West-to-Midwest hauls — reliable mile after mile.

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24/7 Dispatch & Support

Real people, real answers — any time of day or night, coast to coast.

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Family-Owned Culture

Respect and transparency at every level — no corporate red tape, no empty promises.

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Replacement Truck Guarantee

Breakdown anywhere on the road? We send a replacement truck so your paycheck never stops.

Missouri: Where East Meets West

Kansas City anchors the western end of Astel's core lanes, St. Louis guards the Mississippi crossing, and I-70 ties them together. Missouri drivers sit exactly where American freight changes direction.

🛣️ Major Missouri Freight Hubs

Two big river cities with opposite personalities: Kansas City — rail, intermodal, and food distribution; St. Louis — the historic gateway where I-70, I-44, I-55, and I-64 all converge.

Kansas CityZIP: 64120 · Rail & intermodal powerhouse

St. LouisZIP: 63147 · Mississippi River gateway

SpringfieldZIP: 65803 · I-44 southwest corridor

JoplinZIP: 64804 · I-44/I-49 junction market

ColumbiaZIP: 65202 · Mid-I-70 logistics stop

St. JosephZIP: 64504 · I-29 meat-processing corridor

🌡️ Missouri Climate & Reefer Demand

Continental climate with hot, humid summers and real winters — Missouri freight needs temperature protection at both ends of the thermometer.

Summer: 95°F+ and humid — beef, pork, and dairy loads from the processing belt demand an unbroken cold chain.

Winter: Ice storms sweep I-70 and I-44 — loads switch to protect-from-freeze, and the reefer keeps working in heating mode.

Year-round: Kansas City's food DCs and the state's meat processing keep reefer volume steady in every season.

🚦 Your Missouri Lanes with Astel

Kansas City is one of Astel's named lane endpoints — our West ↔ Midwest corridors run straight through Missouri on I-70. Drivers load in KC and St. Louis and run toward Chicago, Denver, and the coasts. Be ready to run all 48 contiguous states.

🏙️ Kansas City → Chicago 🏙️ Kansas City → Denver 🏙️ St. Louis → Chicago 🏙️ Springfield → Dallas 🏙️ St. Louis → Indianapolis 🏙️ Kansas City → Phoenix

📊 Missouri Freight by the Numbers

The state where the Interstate era literally began.

1st Missouri claims the first Interstate project in America — work on I-70 began here in 1956

KC Kansas City is one of the largest rail freight hubs in the nation — intermodal boxes feed truck lanes around the clock

8 states Missouri borders eight states — tied for the national record — putting every major Midwest market a day away

250 mi Kansas City to St. Louis on I-70 — one of the busiest cross-state truck corridors in the Midwest

Missouri CDL Class A Requirements

Already hold your Missouri CDL-A? You're ready to apply right now. Not yet licensed? Here's exactly what the Missouri Department of Revenue — Driver License Bureau requires.

Requirement	Details	Status for Astel Position
🎂 Minimum Age	21+ years for interstate (OTR) driving — required for all 48-state runs	Required
🪪 Valid MO Driver's License	Current, non-suspended Missouri driver's license	Required
📋 Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)	Must hold CLP for minimum 14 days before the skills test	Pre-CDL Step
🏫 ELDT Training	Entry-Level Driver Training from an FMCSA-registered provider	Pre-CDL Step
🩺 DOT Medical Exam	Medical Examiner's Certificate confirming fitness to operate a CMV	Required
📝 Knowledge Tests	MO General Knowledge, Combination Vehicles (Class A), Air Brakes	Pass to Obtain CDL
🚛 Skills Test	Pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, on-road driving evaluation	Pass to Obtain CDL
❄️ Reefer Endorsement	No special endorsement required for standard reefer freight in Missouri	Not Required
🧹 Clean Record	No DUI, no at-fault accidents, no serious traffic violations on record	Required by Astel
📅 OTR Experience	1+ year over-the-road experience preferred	Preferred by Astel

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Missouri-specific note for OTR drivers: Missouri borders eight states, and Kansas City freight flows in every direction — MO-based drivers cross state lines from the first mile, so interstate rules (21+, DOT medical card, ELD) apply on every run. For the most current MO CDL requirements, visit dor.mo.gov.

Position Details

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Over-The-Road (OTR)

4+ weeks out, 1 week home. West–Midwest and expanding — drivers must be ready to run all 48 contiguous states.

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Reefer Freight

Temperature-controlled loads year-round, with peak season from August through March — 3,500–3,700 miles per week.

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Night Runs — Part of the Job

Our routes include night dispatch. It's not every run, but it's a real part of this position. If you're not comfortable driving nights, this role isn't the right fit.

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Home Base: Chicago, IL

Drivers travel to our Chicago yard to get started. Full amenities — rest area, sauna, laundry — available from day one.

Driver Responsibilities

Safely operate a CMV in full compliance with all DOT regulations
Deliver reefer freight on time across West, Midwest, and all 48 contiguous states as assigned
Maintain accurate HOS logs and complete trip documentation
Handle BOLs, receipts, and required paperwork
Communicate clearly and professionally with dispatch throughout each run
Monitor and maintain proper reefer temperatures throughout every load
Perform basic on-road troubleshooting and complete pre/post-trip inspections

🔧 Broken Down in Missouri? We've Got You Covered.

Stuck on I-70 between Kansas City and St. Louis, or down on I-44 near Springfield? Astel dispatches a replacement truck so you keep rolling. Your paycheck never takes a hit.

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Missouri Driver FAQ

How much do truck drivers earn in Missouri with Astel?

Astel drivers gross $2,200–2,700 per week, which works out to $90,000–$110,000 per year. The rate is up to $0.72 per mile, and all miles are paid — loaded and deadhead, calculated ZIP-to-ZIP.

Do I need to live in Missouri to apply?

No. We hire CDL-A drivers from all 48 contiguous states. Missouri drivers are right on our map: Kansas City is a named endpoint of our West–Midwest lanes, and orientation at the Chicago yard is a one-day run up I-55.

What freight will I haul from Missouri?

Mostly refrigerated: beef and pork from the processing belt, food DC freight around Kansas City and St. Louis, and long reefer lanes connecting the Midwest to the West.

What are the requirements to get hired?

A valid CDL Class A, age 21 or older, and a clean driving record. One or more years of OTR experience is preferred. Newer drivers can still apply — a security deposit applies only with under 3 months of OTR experience.

How often will I be home?

The schedule is OTR: 4+ weeks on the road followed by about 1 week at home. Routes include night dispatch, so you should be comfortable driving nights.

Testimonials

Real Reviews from Real Partners

Here are just a few of what our partners have to say about ASTEL:

Quick note: ASTEL's real deal. Trucks always ready to roll, pay's fair, and never had to worry about layover cash. Solid.

Ok place. Trucks are fine. Pay's on time.

In my 6 months with ASTEL, it’s been smooth sailing. They're straight up about earnings and very supportive. My truck's maintenance is always on point, making my rides worry-free. Plus, their fuel card system is a game-changer; cuts out so much hassle.

Good. But what really hits is the community feel among drivers and staff. It's always ready to help out or just chat. If you're looking for a place that values you as a person and not just a driver, ASTEL's your spot.

Been with ASTEL for a couple of years now. From day one, I knew exactly what my pay would be, no hidden fees or surprises. The maintenance team is great.

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Missouri drivers — we want to hear from you. A valid CDL-A and a professional attitude is all it takes to get started. Apply now and our team will reach out within 1 hour during business hours.

✔ Valid CDL Class A ✔ 1+ Year OTR Experience ✔ Clean Record ✔ 21+ Years Old

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Truck Driver Jobs in Missouri —
Earn up to $110,000/yr

Pay That Actually Delivers

Why Missouri Drivers Choose Astel