PAM Transport Frequently Asked Questions

Deciding which trucking company to begin your career is a big deal. Below are some of the Frequently Asked Questions about PAM Transport.

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PAM Transport

Who is PAM Transport?

PAM Transport was founded in 1986 and is a publicly-traded trucking company based in Tontitown, AR with a total of 1,800 trucks and drivers. Recently, PAM Transport was recognized as one of the best 200 small companies in America by a leading financial publication. While they are are big enough to offer a secure future, they are not so big that you will get lost in the shuffle.


Often, the PAM Transport company name is mistakenly referred to on the wed as:


  • PAM Trucking

  • PAN AM Trucking

  • PAN AM Transport

However, the official trucking company name has always been PAM Transport.


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What does PAM stand for?

PAM is actually the company founders initials.
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Does PAM Transport offer benefits?

Yes! PAM Transport offers great benefits for new drivers. After 4 months of employment, you will be eligible for medical, dental & prescription coverage. They also offer life insurance, disability coverage, 401K and paid vacations.
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What type of freight does PAM Transport haul?

PAM Transport hauls just about anything anyone wants shipped on a truck, except for refrigerated products.
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What types of trucks does PAM Transport have?

PAM Transport provides their drivers with late-model, well maintained trucks. The current fleet features Freightliner and Volvo conventional tractors. The average age of equipment is less than 3 years old.
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Does PAM Transport offer a "Per Diem" benefit plan?

Yes, and it is optional. This benefit enables you to classify 8¢ of your mileage pay as an expense reimbursement, for tax purposes, rather than income.
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Does PAM Transport allow pets?

No. None of the trucking companies in the Driver Solutions Network allow pets to travel with you in the truck.
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Who does PAM Transport haul freight for?

PAM Transport works with several Fortune 500 companies. Some of their customer base includes General Motors and Wal-Mart.

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Do I have to park my truck at a PAM Transport terminal?

If you live within 50 miles of the following PAM Transport terminals, you required to park your truck at the terminal during your time off.

PAM Transport Terminal Locations:

  • North Jackson, OH

  • Irving, TX

  • Laredo, TX

  • Little Rock, AR

  • Tontitown, AR

  • El Paso, TX



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