Arka Express breeds champion drivers by establishing trust and purpose, sharpened with pride and precision. We’re a rapidly growing industry leader in skill and performance—and we’re looking to expand our team of elite transportation professionals. We’re a company with a “first-in-excellence” mindset, modeling efficiency and longevity in our work, and more importantly, in our relationships.
Regional positions
W2-1099
Weekly Pay Direct Deposit
Referral Bonus Pay - Bring in Talent, Add $1000 to your Pocket
We operate from Chicago, Atlanta and New York areas
No Touch Freight
24/7 Around the Clock Dispatch
Pet rider program and Passenger ride along program available
CPM and Hour rates can change depending on the market and fuel prices! For more information, you can Apply, and the company will contact you to discuss details! Thank you for understanding!
New Southeast and Midwest routes
Home weekly
We have 200 Power units
Dry vans
In 10 years, Arka Express has gone from a small 35-truck operation in Markham, IL, to a world class fleet of 400 trucks. We’re building new headquarters in Indiana, Atlanta, and New Jersey, serving the Midwest, East Coast, and Southeast. We are based within a 400-mile radius of Chicago and Atlanta and have extended our reach from the Dakotas to Florida to New York.
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A total of 38 reviews
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Love the company. All the staff is amazing. Safety department is very helpful and considerate. Recruiters are very friendly, calm, takes you seriously and answers all the questions you have. Whenever you have a problem or concern, you can call and be 100% sure that it is going to be resolved. I would say that every employee here is very hard working and takes the job to another level. Would highly recommend it!
Hey, everybody looking for a job it’s difficult in this time but do yourself a favor don’t apply for this company They going to screw you in anyway they could The desesperación They have For drivers it is unbelievable. Check the reviews before you make the same mistake. I make wishing you the best and good luck for your search
Just say you want to run a funeral home!. This trucking company is callous and flippant about people's lives!. And they are in support of their truck drivers bad behavior of almost ending lives on the road. No buisness should sponsor this nonsense by patronizing them. On the 1st April 2024 at around 9:45 - 9:55 am I had a collision with one of their drivers 10 minutes from the airport. Picture a two lane road, I pull up to the right lane at a red-light, Arka express truck on my left, because I wanted to make a right turn. Light turns green, this big!18 wheeler truck driver decides it also wants to take a right turn (mind you when I came into the right lane the truck's right turn signal was not on). Literally smashes my car on the drivers side and drags me along with it. I am screaming watching whilst my car is being smashed. I am able to guide the car into a bank's parking lot that was by the side of the road. Their driver stops, sees me and drives off onto the highway. A witness behind me was able to get the pictures of the truck and license plate number. I would have had absolutely nothing!. No information!, nothing!. And now I reach out to the company so they can take of the damage their driver caused and they are on the side of the driver. First the driver says he didn't see me. Then he says he was taking a right when I came into the lane (but I thought you didn't see me?!!!). Why did he run off he knew he was right. Never ever patronize these guys!!!. Horrible, Horrible, Horrible.
A driver hit someone into a guard rail and did not stop even tho the person was following them recording this happened in Charlotte NC and ARKA express did not claim responsibility and ruined this poor boys 30,000 dollar car as well as traumatizing him. I believe the person filed a lawsuit but I would like to see the driver claim responsibility and apologize to the child and his family these things happen but when they do that driver needs to claim responsibility.
This is about a truck with the license plate 9129671. We were a car behind this truck, traffic was a little slow due to construction. We watched this truck aggressively pull into the right lane because there were less cars. There were less cars because there were cones merging to one lane. When the driver realized this he kept aggressively trying to merge back into the left lane. I understand common courtesy while driving, but this driver was not being respectful. He finally (forcefully) merged himself into the left lane and nearly ran the black vehicle in front of us off the road. If it would have been because he couldn’t seem them, we may understand, but he rolled his window down, leaned out of his window and kept waving his arms angrily and screaming at the driver in the black car. The driving just seemed reckless and careless and I hope this will spark something to ask your drivers to be a little safer on the road.
I have been working here for a little over 6 mths. I love the miles, and home time. They get me home every weekend. I love the equipment except they are gov. At 65. I love my dispatcher deniss. They keep you running. I get paid by the hour not mile. 6 hr traffic jam I'm still getting paid, stuck at a dock for 4 hrs still get paid. So now the bad part of Arka. There is only 1 bad thing so far. I have 3 disabilities that are recognized by medical physicians. Which should allow me to have a service animal. And because my disability is not a visual disability they tell me no. In their eyes if the dog doesn't physically help me do something I'm not allowed.
Arka Express truck driver broke seal on my dry van semi trailer while I was inside of truck stop building paying for fuel. I know that Arka Express is a highly reputable trucking company. Dear safety manager at Arka Express please look into this situation, otherwise exactly same will happen again. Your company truck was behind my truck at fuel pump at Casey’s gas station at 10299 Red Arrow Rd, Bridgman MI. I attached truck stop details on picture. This happened 04/25/2024 between 7:30pm - 7:45 pm. I fueled and went inside to pay, but I had difficulties with payment for fuel. Your truck driver ripped off seal on my dry van semi trailer and took off. I saw him. He was a white male, between 30 and 45 years of age. He drove white Volvo semi truck with your logo on truck hood and white semi trailer with Arka logo. Truck stop has cameras, but second shift personnel does not have access to them. I will contact management of this truck stop to get the video. I know you have many trucks, but I am sure that you can find this driver by his logbook. This driver did this because he is 100% that he can get away with it. Prove him wrong. I will definitely switch this review to ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you as a company would do something about this situation. Will see.
I worked with the company for 3 months, the truck was in the shop (nearly) every week, it was extremely dangerous to put a heavy load, I tried to talk to the manager about the problem, but would never pick up the phone or return calls... the dispatcher had me running very close to violation almost every day and week...,I kept stating that the truck was not really road ready, but the loads were so important...I ran out of drive time a few times, yet I was supposed to be a local driver...I did runs that seemed more like regional than local... I just didn't like the fact that I could not get a better truck, I was not asking for a brand new truck, just something better...bottom line, I had to leave the company because I didn't feel safe with the vehicle and I didn't like the dispatching procedures... And not to mention, at the Markham, IL yard...I waited to use the restroom (only 1 small one),someone was in there,when the person came out they had urinated all over the toilet seat and just walked straight out,obviously didn't wash hands either, the sink was dry... my experience with Arka Express was bad and I have been driving trucks for a long time....some of the staff was great and some,??????
We were followed so close by an Arka Express truck that we were afraid we would get hit. We were going 59mph in a 55mph. We slowed down to a safer speed and he laid on his horn over and over. He never backed off. It was between Deerfield and Cambridge, WI. around 6:24p.m. on 3/26/24. He turned off at Cambridge.
This truck driver almost ran me and my husband off the highway on 684 today. He then continue to speed on cutting people off on all lanes. These company is negligent to allow these drivers on the road with their trucks.
Good company unfortunately low miles. Trucks are absolutely impeccable. Some dispatchers speak with a very hard European accent. Got to pay attention to understand them. Four stars is because the lease department never return my phone call after 3 months of calling them. Overall good company for a company driver who doesn't need that many miles. Nice people.
I worked for Arka Express in markham illinois from 04 03-2020 to 08-31-2023. The equipment and up keep is the best, period. I rarely missed a day of work. On 08-31-23 at 10:40 am I messaged dispatch (Orest) about not coming on 09-01-23 . He told me I have to come in to work. Despite this, I continued my work day. He knew my attendance was impeccable. I received a call from Orest about 2:30 pm stating my contract was terminated. I dedicated 2 and a half years to Arka Express, I was devastated. I've been trying to get in contact with someone at the office, left messages and have yet received a return call. I tried calling from a different phone number and this is when someone picked up. Wow
They start you off with 500 miles for 4 months then they start giving you short miles 270 and you never get pay for detention here and it’s always a problem when time to go home . , Martin, transportation, heartland express. Way better if you come here just know you not make no money
I had a great experience with Arka as a owner operator. It was 4 years and 10 months because of the market today I had to stop trucking but I have to say. Thank you for all your Suport and thanks again.
Great Place. The Staff is Awesome and the shop Takes Great Care of Our Trucks!!!! Best Place to work in my 3yrs of Trucking!! Will definitely Retire from this company!!!
I work there for over a year. It was good at first. But then they found a way to get rid of me. They only take the word of the Dispatchers.. and the dispatchers can most definitely get you fired if they don't like you... they are more focused on helping their own kind.. they most definitely keep you from reaching the full potential at that job.. I appreciate the experience.. lesson learned
Good company with nice staff. New trucks and well maintained, have apu for a comfortable and economical time in the truck.
This is actually a pretty cool company, I worked for them back in 2020 unfortunately I quit because of things I had to take care of at home.
Great company to work for great home time new trucks great pay otr local regional best money I ever made in trucking treat you with respect they have two terminals
I've worked for our Express for 8 years I get paid regularly every Friday I feel comfortable with the equipment if I need a day off for a doctor's appointment they do their best to accommodate me the driver comes first
Great place to work !! I’m working here as a driver for four years and I love it !! They have a great management team , They all like my Best friends !! My dispatcher is the sharpest guy I ever see, he is smart, Understanding and supporting me every day . Driving the truck it’s not the easy job , but if somebody decides to do that, Arka is the best place !!!
What is the best part of working at the company? Being paided the training on new equipment was very uptoday an helpful working with dispatches from other countries an understanding them was the hardest thing to do What is the most stressful part about working at the company? Working with dispatches you couldn't understand they are from other countries What is the work environment and culture like at the company? Need more dispatch that speak English What is a typical day like for you at the company? You run hard which is good have lots of work
Lots of sitting and waiting on loads. I routinely sit at a receiver for 5 hours than go and sit at shipper for 3+. Hard to make money this way. I also could spend half a day just chasing an empty trailer. Just to drop at shipper to pick up preloaded trailer. All very short loads around 450-500 miles with strict appointment times two days out. I’ve been here for about 2 months and not ready to throw in the towel just yet.
I've been with the company almost 7 years great place to work they treat you like family and they treat all the drivers with the utmost respect and professionalism.
They keep you moving, it's good they care about drivers over profit. They want to keep drivers and work out issues immediately. The pay is good, driver managers don't force loads on you.
Was a ok place to work, recently gave us a pay reduction. They made you believe it was .02 ml. You have to meet their criteria, otherwise it's .08 ml The dispatchers like to keep it over your head. You have to be in total compliance and not miss any time off, even for dr. Appointments, then you get .052 ml. Now the use alot of broker loads, where you sit more than driving.
Pros: they leave you alone, trailers are newer and free, dispatch is easy going. Cons: they have no programs for owner operators, they will not help with repairs, no fuel discounts, they take 75% of ALL INCOME including fuel surcharge and detention. You are on your own here.
What is the best part of working at the company? No best parts at all. What is the most stressful part about working at the company? Everything is stressful working for this company, please stay away. What is the work environment and culture like at the company? Really bad. What is a typical day like for you at the company? Lots of stress.
Company does not care about drivers! I did not pull 1 load for them. This is a cesspool for a trucking company. Dispatchers are foreign and can’t comprehend. Shop personnel wants to yell at you about the raggedy trucks. RUN…… just RUN! I watched drivers that had been there for some time quit because they fail to get them home on time and they would even get them a ride home.
Been driving for over 24 yrs..two and a half with Arka..It's been the best 2 1/2 yes drvn..wish it was the whole 24plus yrs They are an excellent company to work fpr.. They place family 1st and listen to your needs. Miles ate achievable if you want them.. They have created a Drivers Counsel in which any need that requires addressing it is discussed and in most cases they are addressed and implicated into what driver want if doable..Top rated company
I’ve worked for Arka Express for over 5 years and I have to say they are the BEST transportation company. If you have an issue, they listen and take care of it. Arka is never satisfied and always looking to improve.
Growth and Opportunity here too expand your skills. Most companies treat you like a number....Arka treats you like a family. Steady work, steady pay and the company is growing.
I enjoy working for arka bcuz they have new equipment and great PEOPLE working for them. I can work anywhere but 2yrs in I'm still happy here at arka.
I have been here a little under a year. I have had a few different jobs so I am qualified to say that this is, by far, one of the BEST companies I've ever worked for!! Within 6 months I was promoted to a Driver Captain status. Everyone at this company treats me with the upmost respect. From my driver manager all the way up to the owners of the company always do their best to accommodate my needs and try to make me feel comfortable and happy as a driver. I will say this... if you work hard and do everything the way you need to do it this company WILL recognize that and do whatever it takes to keep you happy... BUT... if you have a poor attitude and don't want to put in any effort to being the best driver you can be then you reap what you sow. No matter how you perform as a driver this company WILL do whatever they can to help you succeed, but at the end of the day it's about you and your choices. This company is all about their drivers. They make great money as a company but unlike a lot of other companies, the owners here puts the money back into the company and to their drivers!!
Consistent miles and pay. Not a high pressure enviroment like other companies. Very flexible and caring enviroment. Late model trucks. People are relaxed and fun to take with about various experiences.
Lack of communication difficult to get in touch with staff when needed that's the only issue other than that it's good place to work my money always on time good home tome
I’ve work for 3mths they withheld my money and said it was do to old paper I didn’t turn in from 2mths ago I sent in the paper work by phone they still didn’t release my money this company will have you sitting at most these shippers for hours running past D.O.T regulations if you are home daily I spent many of night stuck on the side of the road because I ran out of hours and I was local home daily don’t work for this company my experience was terrible
Over all a good company, like all trucking companies the communication could be better, the facilities are below standard for 2022. I would give them a grade of C because of that. It is a great place to work.
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