CDL A Owner Operators

Clark Transfer; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Driver referral bonus

Health insurance

Paid tolls & fuel taxes

Fuel price guarantee

Job summary

Clark Transfer is seeking experienced Owner Operators for entertainment transportation across North America. Solo operators can earn substantial annual income, with team operators earning even higher figures.

Guaranteed weekly minimums and year-round, no-touch freight are emphasized, along with exclusive fleet access and dedicated trailers. Applicants must meet CDL, age, and OTR requirements and own a 2021 or newer tractor, with willingness to operate nationwide.

Qualifications

• Must be 23 years of age or older.
• Valid Class A CDL.
• 2+ years of OTR experience (including 6 months in past 12 months).
• Must own a 2021 or newer tractor.
• Willing to run nationwide.

Skills

CDL Class A

OTR experience

Vehicle ownership

Job description

Haul Broadway. Earn More. Drive Less.

Solo Team Owner Operators Wanted

For more than 75 years, Clark Transfer has been the trusted transportation partner behind Broadway productions, concerts, theatrical tours, and live entertainment across North America.

This isn‘t general freight. This is entertainment transportation—and we‘re looking for experienced Owner Operators who want premium freight, strong earnings, and fewer miles.

Why Owner Operators Choose Clark

• Solo Operators earn $200,000–$250,000+ annually
• Team Operators earn $300,000–$350,000+ annually
• Guaranteed weekly minimums:
  • Solo: $3,500/week worked
  • Team: $5,000/week worked
• Drive fewer miles than traditional OTR (most solos average under 85,000 miles annually)
• Exclusive Owner Operator fleet—we do not hire company drivers or lease-purchase operators
• Year-round freight
• No-touch freight
• Customized 48‘ and 53‘ trailers provided

Additional Benefits

• Quarterly bonuses up to $5,000
• $5,000 Driver Referral Bonus
• Paid loaded, empty, bobtail, and detention miles
• 75¢/mile bobtail plus FSC; $1.00/mile empty trailer plus FSC
• Tour Base Pay from $500 to $700 or more per day plus FSC
• $250/day Detention Pay for Singles and $275/day for Teams
• Fuel surcharge on all eligible miles
• Fuel price guarantee averaging $1.60/gallon or less
• Paid cargo liability insurance
• Paid tolls, permits, and fuel taxes
• Company-supported health insurance program

Requirements

• 23 years of age or older
• Valid Class A CDL
• 2+ years of OTR experience (including 6 months within the past 12 months)
• Must own a 2021 or newer tractor
• Willing to run nationwide