J.B. Hunt Transport Services vs Penske Logistics
J.B. Hunt's diverse divisions vs Penske's pure dedicated operations. J.B. Hunt offers more career variety and higher pay potential. Penske offers the most predictable schedule with brand-new trucks.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
- Pay
- $55,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 12,000+ trucks (company + independent)
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Penske Logistics
- Pay
- $58,000 - $90,000
- Fleet
- 40,000+ vehicles (leased and logistics fleet)
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
J.B. Hunt pays $55K-$95K with intermodal and DCS highest.
Penske Logistics
Penske pays $58K-$90K depending on account.
Home Time
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Intermodal daily; DCS weekly; OTR longer.
Penske Logistics
Home daily for most positions.
Benefits
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Day-one benefits, 401(k), PTO.
Penske Logistics
Health, 401(k), PTO, brand-new equipment.
Training/Support
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Prefers 6 months.
Penske Logistics
Prefers 1 year.
Equipment/Technology
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
360 platform, modern fleet.
Penske Logistics
Brand-new, perfectly maintained trucks.
Where they actually differ
The scores above are our reading. This part is just the two carriers' profiles side by side — divisions, what they ask of a new hire, where they run, and which benefits only one of them lists.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
- Founded
- 1961
- Fleet
- 12,000+ trucks (company + independent)
- Drivers
- 15,000+
- Divisions
- OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Intermodal, Local
- Experience wanted
- 6 months CDL-A (some divisions accept recent graduates)
- Strongest states
- Arkansas, Texas and California
J.B. Hunt is one of the largest and most diversified transportation companies in North America. They pioneered intermodal freight and operate dedicated, final-mile, and truckload divisions. Based in Lowell, AR, J.B. Hunt is known for innovation and strong compensation.
Only J.B. Hunt Transport Services is strong in: Arkansas — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by J.B. Hunt Transport Services and not by Penske Logistics
- • Comprehensive health benefits from day one
- • Paid time off
- • Driver development programs
- • Late-model equipment
Penske Logistics
- Founded
- 1969
- Fleet
- 40,000+ vehicles (leased and logistics fleet)
- Drivers
- 10,000+
- Divisions
- Local, Regional, Dedicated
- Experience wanted
- 1 year CDL-A preferred
- Strongest states
- Pennsylvania, Texas and California
Penske Logistics is a subsidiary of Penske Truck Leasing, one of the largest truck leasing and logistics companies in the world. Penske employs thousands of CDL drivers in dedicated contract carriage, operating some of the newest and best-maintained fleets in the industry. Drivers benefit from local and regional routes with predictable schedules.
Only Penske Logistics is strong in: Pennsylvania — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by Penske Logistics and not by J.B. Hunt Transport Services
- • Home daily or weekly for most positions
- • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
- • Paid time off and holidays
- • Brand-new, well-maintained equipment
Our Verdict
J.B. Hunt for career variety and higher pay ceiling. Penske for the most predictable home-daily experience with the best trucks. Different lifestyles for different priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better trucks?
Penske. Their business is truck leasing -- equipment quality is unmatched.
Which pays more?
J.B. Hunt's top divisions pay more. Penske's pay is competitive for dedicated.
Which has more career variety?
J.B. Hunt, with intermodal, DCS, final-mile, and truckload divisions.
Learn More About These Companies
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Lowell, AR · 12,000+ trucks (company + independent)
Penske Logistics
Reading, PA · 40,000+ vehicles (leased and logistics fleet)