CDL A Owner Operator - $1.31 Per Loaded Mile

Forward Air Corporation; Chestnut (IL); Vor Ort; USD 225.000 - 275.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus

Steady freight network

2–3 weeks on the road

Dedicated Driver Support Team

Zusammenfassung

Forward Air Corporation is seeking Owner Operators for a built-for-you partnership focused on profitability and steady freight across a nationwide terminal network. You’ll be paid with base per mile rates, FSC bonuses, and a generous weekly gross target with a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements include a valid Class A CDL, 12+ months verifiable driving experience, being at least 23 years old, and equipment newer than 10 years. Home time varies by routes.

Qualifikationen

• 12+ months verifiable driving experience.
• Must be 23 years of age or older.
• Equipment must be newer than 10 years old.

Kenntnisse

Driving experience

Ausbildung

Valid Class A CDL

Age 23+

Jobbeschreibung

How much verifiable OTR tractor-trailer experience do you have? 0-6 Months 6-12 Months 1-2 Years 2+ Years

Why Drive for Forward Air?

At Forward Air, Owner Operatorsaren’tjust drivers —they’rebusiness partners. Forward is built around helping Owner Operators run a stronger, more profitable operation, with programs designed to offset rising industry costs and keep more revenue where it belongs — in your pocket. Running through Forward’s closed terminal network, Owner Operators get access to steady freight, strong pay, and the kind of support that helps a business, not just a truck, succeed.

Ifyou’relooking for a partner that treats your business like it matters, Forward Air is ready to move you forward — solo or as a team.

• Pay built for owner operators. Solo Owner Operators earn up to $250,000 gross per year*, with base compensation of $1.31 per loaded mile and $1.18 per empty mile plus FSC*, averaging $4,100–$5,200 gross per week*, plus additional compensation on all miles based on load destination.
• Freight that’s easy on your truck. Run 99% no-touch, drop & hook freight averaging just 26,000 pounds, meaning less wear and tear on your equipment and more of your revenue staying in your pocket.
• Best-in-class OTR miles. Solo Owner Operators average 2,500 miles per week across Forward’s closed terminal network of 100+ nationwide locations, keeping you moving and earning consistently. Drivers are typically out on the road 2–3 weeks at a time.
• Sign on bonus. $5,000 paid out within your first year.*
• Support built around your success. A dedicated Driver Support Team is available to help with any concerns that come up, giving Owner Operators the backing they need to run a successful business.
• Programs designed to save you money. Forward offers an assortment of cost-saving programs — including a substantial fuel surcharge program — built to help Owner Operators offset rising industry expenses and keep more of what they earn.
• A network built to keep you earning. Routes run exclusively between Forward’s nationwide terminal locations, supporting some of the strongest average annual revenue in the industry for Owner Operators who partner with Forward.

*All pay & bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details.
There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

“Best company I've worked for as an owner operator. They don't micromanage you. If you like to run they keep you rolling without all the hassle. Dispatchers are great good communication and help with breakdowns.”

- Owner Operator

Forward Air
Wants YOU!

Driver Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• 12+ months verifiable driving experience
• Must be 23 years of age
• Equipment must be newer than 10 years old