Premium CDL-A Owner Operator — Up to $250K/yr

Forward Air Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Steady freight

Dedicated Driver Support Team

Job summary

Forward Air treats Owner Operators as business partners, offering programs to offset rising costs and keep more revenue. Operating through Forward’s closed terminal network, Owner Operators gain steady freight, strong pay, and support to run a real business.

Pay details: solo Owner Operators can earn up to $250,000 gross annually, with base $1.31 per loaded mile and $1.18 per empty mile plus FSC, averaging about $4,100–$5,200 gross per week.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and ownership of a qualifying tractor.
• Minimum 12 months verifiable driving experience.
• Must be 23 years of age or older.
• Equipment must be newer than 10 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate as Owner Operator under Forward Air network.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records and follow dispatch instructions.

Skills

Owner Operator mindset

Education

Valid Class A CDL

12+ months verifiable driving experience

Must be 23 years of age

Equipment must be newer than 10 years old

Job description

Forward Air treats Owner Operators as business partners, offering programs to offset rising costs and keep more revenue. Operating through Forward’s closed terminal network, Owner Operators gain steady freight, strong pay, and support to run a real business.

Pay details: solo Owner Operators can earn up to $250,000 gross annually, with base $1.31 per loaded mile and $1.18 per empty mile plus FSC, averaging about $4,100–$5,200 gross per week.