CDL-A Independent Contractor Truck Driver

TransAm Trucking, Inc.; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Linehaul revenue share

Sign-on bonus

Fuel surcharges

Fuel discounts

No forced dispatch

Base plates & permits

Flexible equipment

Optional benefits

Job summary

TransAm Trucking is seeking CDL-A qualified drivers to become independent contractors. You can be your own boss with a 70% share of linehaul revenue, a $2,000 sign-on bonus paid in installments, and access to fuel surcharges and a broad fuel network.

Leasing options through ONE Leasing are available, with no forced dispatch and optional benefits through third parties. Applicants should have at least 3 months of verified tractor-trailer experience, be 21 or older, and own or lease one or more

Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A for trucking operations.
• Minimum of 3 months verified tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate as an independent contractor under TransAm's pay structure.
• Manage own equipment, maintenance, and scheduling.
• Adhere to applicable safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

CDL-A required

3+ months experience

21+ years old

Job description

TransAm Trucking Independent Contractor Truck Driver Jobs

TransAm Trucking, a leading refrigerated carrier, has exciting opportunities for CDL-A drivers to become independent contractors! Be your own boss and enjoy the open road with competitive compensation and top-tier support.

Why Partner with TransAm?

As An Independent Contractor With TransAm Trucking, You'll Enjoy

• 70% of Linehaul Revenue: Maximize your business' earning potential with a percentage-based pay structure.*
• 2,000 Sign-On Bonus: Four installments of $500 after completing 30, 60, 90, & 120 days of your contract.
• SAP Friendly
• Average Gross Revenue Per week: $4,000 - $6,000
• Fuel Surcharges Paid: Receive 100% of any fuel surcharges paid to TransAm for shipments hauled.
• Fuel Discounts: At your option, save at the pump with access to our extensive fuel network.
• No Forced Dispatch: You make the decision that's best for your business.
• Paid Base Plates & Permits: Reduce your overhead with essential costs covered.
• Flexible Equipment Solutions: Bring qualified equipment of your choice. If you don't have your own equipment, TransAm partners with ONE Leasing—which offers a diverse range of lease options, including a new 3-month lease option for drivers seeking a lower-commitment path to getting their business started or looking to scale their business at a comfortable pace.**
• Optional Benefits Access: Independent Contractors may have access to optional benefit offerings (such as dental, vision, accident, disability, and more) through a third‑party partner. These benefits are not provided by TransAm Trucking and participation is completely optional.

Business/Driver Requirements

• Valid CDL‑A for any drivers running your equipment.
• All drivers must have at‑least 3 months of verified tractor‑trailer driving experience.
• All drivers must be a minimum 21 years old.
• Own or lease one or more trucks (equipment leasing options available through ONE Leasing or other leasing company of your choice).**
• TransAm Trucking will pay the Contractor 70% of the line haul revenue, less authorized deductions and pass‑through charges from carrier's broker.
• ONE Leasing, a separate and distinct company from TransAm Trucking, offers equipment for lease to its clients. Contact ONE Leasing directly for more details and to see if this is right for your business. Leasing equipment through ONE Leasing is strictly optional for independent contractors.

All amounts stated herein represent gross compensation, and may be subject to authorized deductions. Nothing contained herein is any warranty or guarantee of the amount that an independent contractor will actually earn or the miles an independent contractor will drive. There are many factors that can significantly affect the amount an independent contractor will actually earn and the success of an independent contractor's business. TransAm Trucking is an Equal Opportunity Employer and expects the same of its independent contractors with respect to their own employees.