On Tour Logistics (OTL) at Averitt has turned nightly freight runs into a touring career since its 2012 launch, now handling nearly 40 tours and a 37‑person crew that travels with big‑name acts like Chris Stapleton, Brandi Carlile, and The Weeknd.

OTL provides truck driver jobs that blend traditional OTR routes with the rhythm of live music. Drivers finish stops in the evening and spend the night on the road, with tour lengths ranging from a week to several months. The company supplies a yearly calendar app that shows every day’s destination, allowing drivers to plan their personal schedules around the tour’s itinerary.

Ed Cowart, a 20‑year Averitt veteran, has been with OTL for a decade and now leads the convoy for the Chris Stapleton tour. He counts nearly 40 tours in his résumé, from Styx and Joan Jett to Drake and The Weeknd. Cowart says the nightly drive schedule gives him “3‑4 days of downtime” between weekend shows, which lets him explore cities like New York and Los Angeles on early‑morning buses that return him to the truck by nightfall.

Tina Mayfield‑Green, another long‑time OTL driver, joined the team nine years ago and has spent three years on the Brandi Carlile tour. She describes the crew as a “family away from family,” noting daily picnics, shared grills, and the company’s provision of three meals a day. Mayfield‑Green has also received a custom Lego set that includes her truck and the roadie crew, a personal touch that underscores the division’s attention to crew morale.

The touring schedule is built around weekend shows—Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights—so drivers can rest and travel during the intervening days. This structure creates opportunities for sightseeing; Cowart recalls a 10‑day stint at Madison Square Garden where he rode an 8 a.m. bus into the city, returned to the truck by 9 p.m., and even watched a Broadway show during a two‑day break. Mayfield‑Green shares similar experiences, citing city parking passes, subway rides, and shopping trips that happen between shows.

Teamwork is central to OTL’s success. The crew of 37, excluding the band and front‑of‑house staff, works together for seven months, loading and unloading trucks, handling 10‑15 vehicles per stop, and coordinating docking operations. Mayfield‑Green stresses that drivers must “get out of the truck, help swing doors, and watch the front of truck while we’re backing them in.” The collective effort keeps the convoy moving smoothly and keeps the tour on schedule.

What This Means for Drivers

Drivers who join OTL gain a predictable schedule that blends nightly drives with structured downtime, allowing them to plan personal time and travel. The company’s calendar app provides daily itineraries, so CDL‑A holders can anticipate routes and avoid last‑minute changes. Owner‑operators interested in a stable, touring‑style workload will find the three‑meal provision and team camaraderie a welcome perk. The ability to explore major cities during break periods offers a unique value proposition not found in typical freight assignments.

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