Does Swift Transportation pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Swift Transportation employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Swift Transportation. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Swift Transportation?

42% of Swift Transportation employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Swift Transportation 2.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.0 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Swift Transportation?

Truck Driver (324) , Class A Truck Driver (184) , Driver (108) , OTR Truck Driver (104) , OTR Driver (87) , Class A Cdl Truck Driver (40) , Company Driver (35) , Dedicated Driver (31) , Professional Truck Driver (26) , CDL Driver (25) , Driver Manager (23) , Driver Leader (20) , Owner Operator (18) , Customer Service Representative (15) , Account Manager (12)

What are the pros of working at Swift Transportation according to real employee reviews?

"Great people to work with" ((in 59 reviews)); "Good benefits which are pretty standard for most big companies." ((in 58 reviews)); "Had a great DM and made good money" ((in 36 reviews)); "Had a good driver manager which makes all the difference." ((in 25 reviews)); "Most of the terminal staff were friendly and helpful." ((in 23 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Swift Transportation according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and un organized don't get you home when they say tbey will" ((in 159 reviews)); "Poor management and office staff." ((in 57 reviews)); "long hours always available hard to meet quota" ((in 33 reviews)); "Poor communication and unorganized." ((in 20 reviews)); "Bad trips and managers don't care" ((in 19 reviews))

What are employees saying about Swift Transportation layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Swift Transportation layoffs and their outlook for job security at Swift Transportation in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Swift Transportation locations?

Phoenix , Memphis , Atlanta , Lancaster , Greer , Jurupa Valley , Decatur , Houston , Salt Lake City , Ocala , Dallas , Richmond , Columbus , Lathrop , Laredo , Fontana , West Valley City , Jonestown , Los Angeles , Chicago , New Boston , Gary , Sumner , El Paso , Mira Loma , Denver , Edwardsville , Temple , Troutdale , Oklahoma City

Swift Transportation reviews

2.9

42% would recommend to a friend

(1,817 total reviews)

Adam Miller

55% approve of CEO

40% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,817 reviews)

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Swift Transportation has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,817 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Swift Transportation employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

2K reviews

4.0

Apr 9, 2024

Good but pay is typically low

Truck driver

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Make your own hours usually

Cons

Pay, Trailers can be super old

Swift Transportation Response

2y

Hi, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are currently working on selling some of our older trailers and streamlining a process to repair the ones that are still in circulation and need work. We are glad that you are enjoying the flexibility of this job!

2.0

Apr 7, 2024

Low Miles

Class a truck driver

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good as a "starter" company to gain experience in trucking.

Cons

The pay per mile is decent, but the milage is low. Long hours and low pay. Lots of time sitting not getting paid.

1.0

Apr 3, 2024

Promised minimum pay was a lie

Truck driver

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Training was decent. I actually got a brand new truck.

Cons

They promised $1000 per week minimum for the first 6 months. I received less than $500 on more than one occasion. I left after 4 months. have a family to support so I had no choice.

Swift Transportation Response

2y

Hi, we no longer have guaranteed pay. When it was in place there were requirements in place in order to receive the pay. If you did not meet the requirements you would not be eligible.

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