Pre-Employment Drug Testing

DOT PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

Fast & Affordable Pre-Employment Drug Testing

Pre-Employment Drug Testing for CDL Drivers at Only $69/Test Nationwide

Walk-ins welcome. Trusted by 20,000+ drivers and motor carriers since 2009.

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DOT Pre-Employment Drug Test
$69
  • DOT 5-Panel Urine Test
  • 20,000+ Collection Sites
  • Results in 24-48 Hours
  • MRO Review Included
  • FMCSA & DOT Compliant
  • eCCF Electronic Chain of Custody

Order Your Test Online

Select pre-employment drug testing from our portal. We'll send a donor pass to your new hire instantly.

Register on our secure portal in minutes. Choose the DOT 5-panel drug test required for pre-employment screening. Your new hire receives a donor pass with testing location details via email — no paperwork needed.

Driver Visits a Testing Location

Your new hire visits any of our 20,000+ SAMHSA-certified collection sites nationwide. Walk-ins welcome.

With 20,000+ SAMHSA-certified collection sites across the U.S., your new hire can find a convenient location nearby. Simply present the donor pass, provide a urine specimen, and the sample is sent to a SAMHSA-certified lab for analysis. Most visits take less than 15 minutes.

Get Results & Start Working

Negative results returned in 24–48 hours. Your MRO-verified report is available in our secure portal.

Our Medical Review Officer (MRO) reviews every test result. Negative results are typically available within 24–48 hours. You’ll receive notification via email and can view the full MRO-verified report in your secure employer portal. Once cleared, your new hire is ready to begin safety-sensitive duties.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing in 3 Easy Steps

Pre-Employment Testing

DOT 5-panel urine drug screen required before any new hire performs safety-sensitive functions.

Random Testing Program

Fully managed DOT random drug & alcohol testing consortium. $85/year per driver.

Post-Accident Testing

Immediate post-accident drug & alcohol testing when DOT thresholds are met. Available 24/7.

Reasonable Suspicion

On-demand testing when a trained supervisor observes signs of substance use. We guide you through the process.

Return-to-Duty Testing

Required testing after a DOT violation, supervised by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP).

Follow-Up Testing

Unannounced follow-up testing as prescribed by the SAP after a return-to-duty clearance.

DOT Physicals

FMCSA-compliant DOT physical exams at 20,000+ locations. Get your Medical Examiner's Certificate same day.

Clearinghouse Queries

Pre-employment and annual FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse queries for full compliance.

IN ALL 50 STATES

DOT & FMCSA
COMPLIANT TEST SITES

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With access to approved testing locations nationwide and the fastest test results of any major drug and alcohol testing consortium, Vertical Identity simplifies the drug testing process, making staying DOT compliant easy.

Vertical Identity offers everything that motor carriers and owner-operators need to stay DOT and FMCSA compliant, including a Certificate of Enrollment in a drug testing consortium, drug testing services, training programs, reporting, and more.

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Return-to-duty testing program - FMCSA compliant testing locations

Need Help with Pre-Employment Drug Testing?

FMCSA Consortium Enrollment

Monday – Friday: 8AM – 5PM (MST)
602-899-1606 | 800-720-0304
consortium@verticalidentity.com

Our pre-employment drug testing support team is available to help you schedule tests, find the nearest collection site, and get your new drivers cleared and on the road fast. Whether you need one test or are onboarding an entire fleet, we handle everything so you can focus on your business.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

DOT 5-Panel Test
$69
  • DOT 5-Panel Urine Test
  • MRO Review Included
  • 20,000+ Collection Sites
  • Results in 24-48 Hours
  • SAMHSA Certified Labs
  • eCCF Electronic Chain of Custody
  • FMCSA & DOT Compliant
  • Observed & Unobserved Options
  • Same-Day Scheduling Available
  • Employer Notification of Results
  • Alere eScreen Network
  • No Hidden Fees

Testing + Consortium

Bundle & Save
$139 A YEAR
  • Pre-Employment Drug Test ($69 value)
  • Random Drug & Alcohol Consortium
  • FMCSA Compliance Program
  • Vertical Identity Serves as C/TPA
  • 20,000+ Locations Nationwide
  • Free Clearinghouse Guidance

What's Included with Pre-Employment Drug Testing

DOT 5-Panel Urine Drug Test
Every pre-employment drug testing for CDL drivers uses a DOT 5-panel urine test following SAMHSA guidelines. Tests are completed at one of our 21,000+ nationwide collection sites with results reviewed by a certified MRO, in full compliance with FMCSA drug and alcohol testing regulations.
MRO Review of All Results
Pre-employment drug testing is required under 49 CFR Part 382 before any driver can perform safety-sensitive functions. We make the process simple: schedule the test, visit a nearby collection site, and receive verified results in 24-48 hours so your new hire can start driving.
Secure Employer Portal Access

View and download MRO-verified test results, donor passes, and chain-of-custody documentation through our secure online employer portal. Everything you need for DOT audit readiness in one place.

Full FMCSA Compliance Support
Including Scheduling, Text or Email Alerts, Results Reporting and Follow Up.

FMCSA TRUCK DRIVER DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING

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FMCSA – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration-DOT Mandated Compliance
Safety for the commercial driver and the public is the primary objective of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration(FMCSA). The Federal Motor Carrier Administration mandates companies with the following criteria, provide a drug and alcohol testing program:
A truck driver that holds a Commercial Driver’s License and:
  • Drives a vehicle of over 26,001 GVWR or
  • Drives a tow truck with combined GVWR rating of 26,001 lbs. or more,
  • Inclusive of a towed unit with a GVWR or more than 10,000 lbs. or
  • Drives a DOT placarded vehicles under hazardous material regulations or
  • Drives a vehicle designed to transport 16 passengers or more.
Every employer has the responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all of its employees.
Employers are responsible to comply with the 49CFR Part 40 and 49 CFR Part 382 of the DOT Regulations for company mandated FMCSA Truck Driver drug and alcohol testing program.

DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING FMCSA PROGRAM

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Programs and Fees
Programs and Fees will assist your company by providing a convenient and fee friendly pull-program that will ensure your compliance with the regulations with FMCSA. We have programs for small, medium and large companies as well as Owner Operators.
Vertical Identity Provides Convenient Programs and Fees
  • Pre-employment Testing
  • Random Testing
  • Post-Accident Testing
  • Reasonable Suspicion Testing
  • Return-To- Duty Testing
  • Follow-up Testing
Each Test screens for the following drugs:
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Cocaine
  • Amphetamines (Including MDMA & Ecstasy)
  • PCP
All DOT/FMCSA Drug tests are screened at a SAMHSA approved laboratory.
The FMCSA program requires the following types of Breath Alcohol Testing or DOT compliant Saliva Testing:
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Cocaine
  • Amphetamines (Including MDMA & Ecstasy)
  • PCP
*See fee schedule for drug and alcohol testing prices.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A DOT pre-employment drug test is a urine test required by the FMCSA before a CDL driver can perform safety-sensitive functions such as operating a commercial motor vehicle. The employer must receive a verified negative result before allowing the driver to begin work. The test screens for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and PCP — the five drug classes mandated by DOT regulations.

At Vertical Identity, a DOT pre-employment drug test costs just $69. This includes the specimen collection at one of our 20,000+ nationwide testing locations, SAMHSA-certified laboratory analysis, and Medical Review Officer (MRO) review. Our consortium members get competitive pricing compared to the industry average of $100 or more.

Any driver required to hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) must pass a pre-employment drug test before performing safety-sensitive duties. This includes truck drivers, bus drivers, and any employee who operates a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more. Both interstate and intrastate CDL drivers are subject to this requirement — even if they only drive a few miles per week.

If a driver fails a DOT pre-employment drug test, the job offer is withdrawn and the violation is reported to the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. The driver is immediately prohibited from performing safety-sensitive functions for any DOT-regulated employer. To drive again, the driver must complete the return-to-duty process, which includes evaluation by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), treatment, and a negative return-to-duty drug test.

 

Yes. Employers must conduct a full query of the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse on every driver before hiring. The driver must provide electronic consent for the full query through the Clearinghouse website. This check reveals any unresolved drug or alcohol violations from previous employers. Vertical Identity can handle Clearinghouse queries as part of your compliance program.

Most DOT pre-employment drug test results are available within 24 to 48 hours after the specimen is collected. Negative results are typically reported faster. If a specimen requires confirmation testing or MRO review (for example, if the donor has a valid prescription), results may take an additional 1-2 days. Vertical Identity notifies you as soon as results are verified.

Yes. Vertical Identity can schedule both your pre-employment drug test and DOT physical exam at the same clinic visit, saving you time and travel. We have over 20,000 locations nationwide. Call us at 602-899-1606 or email consortium@verticalidentity.com to schedule both services at a location near your zip code.

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