Swift Transportation

Swift Transportation, now part of Knight-Swift Transportation, is a prominent trucking company in the United States. Founded in 1966 in Phoenix, Arizona, by the Moyes brothers and their father, the company started with a single truck and focused on transporting goods within the southwestern U.S. Over the years, Swift has expanded significantly through acquisitions and mergers, becoming a leader in the industry. The company offers a range of transportation services, including intermodal, refrigerated, dry van, and flatbed options. Swift provides truckload and dedicated services tailored to meet specific customer needs. It serves various industries, including retail, food and beverage, and manufacturing, ensuring efficient logistics and supply chain support. As part of Knight-Swift Transportation, Swift continues to deliver comprehensive transportation solutions across North America.

Transportation/trucking/railroad Phoenix, United States Founded 1966 ~2,949 employees NYSE: KNX

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Employees
2,949
0% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$2.5M
Revenue ~$7.4B
Stock
KNX
NYSE
12-month attrition
7%
Tech: 5%
H1B filings, FY2026
4
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
28
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Swift Transportation went from 2,985 employees in Jul 2023 to 2,949 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 66 people joined, 65 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other2,425
Operations187
Success96
HR78
Sales72
Engineering56
Marketing18
Finance13

Executive compensation

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Swift Transportation FAQ

How many employees does Swift Transportation have?

Swift Transportation has about 2,949 employees, unchanged over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Swift Transportation sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Swift Transportation filed 4 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Swift Transportation's revenue per employee?

Swift Transportation makes about $2.51M in revenue per employee, based on $7.41B annual revenue and 2,949 employees.

Is Swift Transportation a public company?

Yes. Swift Transportation is publicly traded under the ticker KNX on NYSE.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.