Find & Hire Truck Drivers

As a Driver, what is my employment status?

Relay does not hire drivers and is not involved in hiring and/or classifying drivers for carriers. The carriers who hire and work with drivers on the Relay network determine the appropriate employment status based on the nature of the work they require.  More information regarding employment status when accepting work through the Relay app can be found in our Terms of Service.

What if I’ve had accidents and tickets, can I still sign up for RELAY?

Yes you can, but to become active on RELAY’s platform, any of the following may prevent you from being able to get hired by carriers on the network:

  1. Excessive speeding, involving any single offense for any speed of 15 m.p.h. or more above the
    speed limit.
  2. Reckless driving, as defined by state or local law or regulation, including but not limited to the offense of driving a motor vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property.
  3. Improper or erratic lane changes.
  4. Following the vehicle ahead too closely.
  5. Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
  6. Hit and run, leaving the scene of an accident, or failure to report an accident.
  • Four (4) or more moving violations in the past 36 months, and no more than two (2) moving violations in the previous 12 months.
  • Preventable accidents involving a fatality, bodily injuries treated away from the scene, or disabling damage to a motor vehicle within three years. (Disabling damage means damage that precludes departure of any motor vehicle from the scene of an accident in its usual manner in daylight after simple repairs. This includes damaged vehicles that are drivable, but would incur further damage, if so driven.)
  • Less than three (3) years CDL experience in the operation of tractor/trailer equipment.
  • Must be a minimum of 23 years old.

How do I get paid?

You can have Relay serve as a limited payment collection agent for drivers on the network where we collect payment from carriers. You can choose to transfer earned funds to your bank account or debit card instantly right from the Relay app.

When do I get paid?

Once a dispatch order is complete, both you and the carrier confirm the completed run and rate each other. Then you can choose to get paid instantly through the Relay app via deposit to your bank account or debit card.

If you have a question about Relay or how it works, we'd love to help.

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Click on the chat icon at the bottom to live chat with a member from our carrier success team. Chat hours are M-F 6AM-6PM PST

We can't wait to show you how easy it is to use Relay On Demand to get drivers for your trucks.

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Elite drivers at the right cost that works for you!

One simple low cost membership

You can use your 15-day free trial to join and start booking/dispatching drivers right away! To unlock the full power of the Relay network you need a monthly membership.  Complete the form at the bottom of this page to see more details about our pricing plans.

Once a member, you set the rate to pay drivers

When you create a run or shift, the Relay app will show you a market rate that other carriers are paying for a similar run to help you set a rate. Our smart algorithms help you always secure drivers at the lowest rates possible. Set your own rate either hourly, per mile, or on a per trip/shift basis. 

Are there any additional fees?

Credit Card Payment Processing Fee

There is a 3.5% charge when using a credit card to pay drivers who drive for you through Relay.

Whenever you create/schedule a run you’ll see the driver cost and fees upfront everytime.

Spend ZERO time managing drivers on the Relay Network

Relay takes away the hassle of trying to manage a fleet of drivers and stay compliant.

Insurance

Relay provides optional coverage the first time you use a driver. Once a driver becomes a repeat driver by doing multiple shifts or runs then you easily add them to your policy by downloading the driver DQF  file right from the app.

Driver Payments

You set the pay rate and Relay takes care of paying the driver for you. There is no need for you to manage payroll, taxes, etc. We charge your card at the end of each run and pay the driver.

DOT Compliance

Relay handles the DOT compliance like drug testing and consortiums, MVR checks and monitoring, Employment history, and more.

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Our easy to use web portal and mobile app puts the power of your Relay driver fleet in the palm of your hands.

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Step 1 – Schedule

Whenever you need a driver, simply log in and create a run with the stop-off details or create a shift for how long you need a driver for. 

Step 2 – Dispatch

You can choose a driver or have your run/shift automatically sent out to all available drivers on the network through the Relay app who then accept your run and dispatch. Once they accept it you’re able to fully communicate with the driver as needed. You provide the load, truck, and fuel when the driver shows up.

Step 3 – Track

 Once a run has started you can track the progress right from your app. You get pictures of the pre-trips, instant uploads of BOLs, and notifications in real time when the driver completes each stop.

Repeat and build lasting driver relationships

After each run, you can rate the driver and add him to your “Preferred” Network where you can add him to your fleet and re-dispatch work directly to him going forward.

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No, it’s way better. Relay is the first of its kind Drivershare Network where carriers like you share a pool of pre-vetted drivers you can dispatch whenever you need (full-time or part time). All the drivers on the network belong to you and the other carrier members. Relay pre-vetts and certifies all drivers on the network and provides the technology with support to make it all happen. Whether you need drivers permanently or just to fill in, we guarantee every carrier has multiple drivers available for every truck they want to run on the network.

It’s like having a mega fleet of drivers at your fingertips without the costs and hassle of recruiting and managing them!