CDL A Owner Operator Truck Driver

CDL Training Guide; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 364,000 - 455,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tolls paid

Fuel discount

Sign-on bonus

All miles paid

Health insurance (optional)

Job summary

CRST Specialized Solutions is seeking independent contractor teams (Owner Operators) to haul specialty freight across the country. You choose your home time, loads, and schedule, running your truck with top-tier support and low turnover.

This role involves driver assistance, loading and unloading freight, and flexible miles across the continental U.S. Compensation includes paid tolls, fuel discounts, and a $2.29 CPM with ALL MILES PAID; top earners gross $8,000–$10,000 per week, with a $6k

Qualifications

• 21 years or older
• CDL A with 6 months OTR or regional experience
• Team Owner Operator experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight as part of driver team
• Maintain safety and compliance while on the road
• Operate and manage loads across Lower 48 states

Skills

Independent contractor

OTR experience

Education

CDL A Certification

Tools

Elogs

Sleeper TT

Job description

CRST Specialized Solutions is looking for independent contractor teams (Owner Operators) to haul specialty freight across the country. As a Specialized contractor, you choose your home time, loads, and schedule. Run your truck and enjoy the profits of your own hard work. The Specialized fleet has under 30% turnover and best-in-class support staff.

Job Details:

• Team Owner Operator Positions
• Home time is up to you
• Bonus home time in short periods with CRST Get Thru Home program
• Driving lower 48 states
• Driver assist position - loading and unloading freight

Compensation & Benefits:

• Tolls are 100% paid
• Fuel discount $0.18 per gallon
• Top 25%* of contractors gross $8,000 to $10,000/wk or more to the Truck!
• $2.29 CPM-based on 2025 average, fluctuates as fuel surcharge changes
• ALL MILES PAID
• $6k Sign on Bonus to the truck
• Low lease expense vs industry average
• Stable miles - freight available and increasing.
• Benefits are offered through a 3rd Party
• Optional health insurance offered thru True Choices Personal Insurance.
• 21 years or older
• CDL A, 6 months OTR or regional (Cross state lines, elogs, sleeper TT) for Solo or Lead driver. Codriver must have 3 months OTR/Regional
• Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment pursuant to applicable federal, state, and local laws.

*The top 25% earners typically stay out 4 weeks with 3-4 days home and accept 99% of offered loads.

Beyond the many job benefits previously mentioned above for truck driving jobs, there are several other appealing opportunities for truckers living in Lake Charles. Louisiana plays a vital role in supplying the nation with a variety of products, including necessities such as oil and gasoline. When it comes to truck driver jobs, Louisiana offers a variety of industries in which a driver can specialize as well as a large number of carriers looking for career truckers.