Owner Operator Gross Pay
- On‑trail OTR gross: $5,000 to $8,000+ per week (post‑COVID market).
- Runs: 2,000 to 3,000 miles per week, prioritizing short runs and fuel conservation.
- Average solo owner earnings: $6,000 to $7,000 weekly.
- Team drivers may earn up to $13,000 weekly (1.7× solo gross) – teams are optional based on market conditions.
Wanted
- Owner Operators with 2+ years of experience and reliable trucks.
Regions
- Lower 48 – primary focus on Midwest, East, Southeast, South, Southwest, and West.
- Optional high‑paying Canadian loads for qualified applicants.
Gross Earnings
- Estimated $260,000 to $364,000 per year.
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Work Ethic
We require safe, reliable, and motivated drivers. Unsafe or lazy behavior will not be tolerated. Performance directly determines earnings.
What Makes Our Company Different
- Independent carrier – not a mega‑carrier.
- 20+ years of experience in the industry.
- Multiple U.S. offices covering East, Midwest, and West regions.
- 24‑hour dispatch with second and third‑shift support.
- Built‑in mechanic shop at the Chicago depot.
- 150,000‑sq‑ft warehouse for load transfers.
- Dedicated freight relationships with Chicago area companies.
- Driver amenities: full kitchen, washer/dryer, lounge at Chicago and Vegas offices.
- Strong partnership and support among local carriers.
Perks
- High gross percentage.
- No forced dispatch.
- 100% negotiable home time.
- 24/7 dispatch support.
- Weekly direct deposit.
- We cover liability and cargo insurance.
- We cover trailer tags and rentals.
- Fuel cards and 30‑cent cash‑price discount.
- Discounted mechanic shop services.
- Trailer rentals for those without one (2021+).
- Senior dispatch teams negotiate top rates year‑round.
- Dedicated dispatcher assigned to each driver.
- Steady contract opportunities in slower markets.
Job Description (Responsibilities)
- Must hold a valid Class A CDL; additional endorsements are a bonus.
- Minimum 2 years of CDL experience.
- Clean MVR and reasonable PSP report.
- Reliable tractor; trailers are available for rent if needed.
- Maintain ELD compliance.
Compensation & Benefits
- High line‑haul percentages (up to 82% or 88% with a $250 weekly deduction).
- Liability and cargo insurance paid by the company.
- Optional Bobtail insurance and hazard/occupational insurance available by deduction.
- Weekly deduction programs for insurance and other expenses.
- No hidden fees on fuel cards.
- Performance‑based bonuses (Owner‑Operator of the Month, DOT inspection rewards).
- Weekly direct deposit or bank transfer.
- Expectation of $5,000–$8,000+ gross per week.
Summary of Other Incentives
- 100% negotiable home time – set your own schedule.
- Unlimited miles within ELD compliance.
- Dry vans and rail trailers only – no flatbeds, tankers, or tall rigs.
- No touch freight; drop‑and‑hook and live load/unload available (drop‑and‑hook currently paused).
- Strict no‑forced‑dispatch policy for owner‑operators.
- Dedicated dispatcher and 24/7 on‑call support.
- Breakdown service contracts with NTS.
- Rider policy required for those who hire additional crew.
Driver Requirements
- Minimum age 23.
- Minimum 2 years of driving experience.
- Valid, unsuspended Class A CDL.
- Ability to work with modern ELD systems.
- Pass a drug test – no acceptances.
- Valid medical card.
- Stable work history and good references.
- No more than 3 moving violations or accidents in the last 3 years.
- No failed or refused drug/alcohol tests in the last 4 years.
- No DWI/DUI/BAC violations in the last 4 years.
- No reckless driving convictions in the last 3 years.
- No license suspension for points or unpaid tickets in the last 3 years.
- No more than 2 moving violations in the last year.
- Provide at least 3 years of verifiable work history.
Gross Earnings Explained
Estimated solo driver gross earnings range from $5,000 to $8,000+ per week, based on average loads of 2.30+ per mile (including front and back haul). Peak season rates are higher, but overall earnings depend on mileage, location, market demand, and driver commitment. The company’s dispatch team works to secure top dollar year‑round.