CDL A Owner Operator: High Pay, No-Touch Freight, $5K Sign-On

Forward Air Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Forward Air offers Owner Operators a partnership-driven model, with strong pay and steady freight through a closed terminal network. Drivers can earn up to $250,000 gross per year, with a base of $1.31 per loaded mile and $1.18 per empty mile plus FSC, averaging $4,100–$5,200 gross weekly.

The program emphasizes support, low wear on equipment, and multiple nationwide locations, with typical 2–3 weeks out and ongoing opportunities for higher earnings through mileage and load destinations.

Qualifications

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

Skills

CDL required

Driving experience

Job description

Forward Air offers Owner Operators a partnership-driven model, with strong pay and steady freight through a closed terminal network. Drivers can earn up to $250,000 gross per year, with a base of $1.31 per loaded mile and $1.18 per empty mile plus FSC, averaging $4,100–$5,200 gross weekly.

The program emphasizes support, low wear on equipment, and multiple nationwide locations, with typical 2–3 weeks out and ongoing opportunities for higher earnings through mileage and load destinations.