Port Owner Operator

utsnyc; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 227,500 - 295,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Toll reimbursement

Consistent freight availability

Competitive liability insurance program

Job summary

utsnyc is looking for dedicated truck drivers in Newark, New Jersey to handle high-volume port work with top-tier shipping lines.

Drivers will enjoy transparent pay with 100% fuel surcharges passed directly to them. Regular toll reimbursements and high earning potential await.

Requirements include ownership of a Class 8 tractor, a valid CDL-A, and a TWIC card for port access.

Qualifications

• Must own a Class 8 tractor that passes inspection.
• Valid CDL-A license with a clean MVR is required.
• TWIC card needed for access to Port Newark / Elizabeth.

Responsibilities

• Haul containers for major shipping lines like Maersk.
• Manage your own toll reimbursements per leg completed.
• Maintain regular communication with dispatch regarding load rates.

Skills

Trucking experience

Knowledge of drayage operations

Excellent time management

Tools

Class 8 tractor

TWIC card

CDL-A license

Job description

Access to consistent, high-volume port work with industry-leading pay transparency. Haul containers for major shipping lines like Maersk.

Full fuel surcharge passed directly to you.

100%

Toll Reimbursement

All tolls reimbursed per leg completed.

The only deduction from your earnings is a weekly liability/cargo insurance contribution. That's it. No hidden fees, no escrow traps.

Sample Maersk Drayage Rates (Your 78%)

Destination

Your 78%

Bordentown, NJ $390 $304.20

Cinnaminson, NJ $475 $370.50

Kutztown, PA $522 $407.16

Hagerstown, MD $755 $588.90

Tewksbury, MA $960 $748.80

* Fuel surcharge paid ON TOP of drayage — 100% yours. Tolls reimbursed per leg.

Real Weekly Settlement Example

Actual driver workload: 28 Moves (15E / 13L) in one week.

Category

Gross Revenue

Owner Op Pay

Line‑haul / Drayage $4,797.00 $3,741.66 (78%)

Fuel Surcharge $1,043.83 $1,043.83 (100%)

Toll Reimbursement $501.60 $501.60 (100%)

WEEKLY GROSS $6,342.43 $5,287.09

Transparent Pay

You see every load rate before you accept. No surprises.

Maersk & major BCO contracts means steady freight 5-6 days a week.

Requirements

• Own Class 8 tractor (must pass inspection)
• Valid CDL-A with clean MVR
• TWIC card required for Port Newark / Elizabeth access
• Active MC authority or ability to operate under V&N authority
• Proof of insurance (we offer competitive liability program)