Semi Truck Owner-Operator – CDL Class A | OTR

Empire National México; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast direct deposit

Weekly settlements

DOT inspection bonus

Referral bonus

Optional trailer rental

ELD and operational support

Competitive load pay

Job summary

Empire National México is seeking experienced CDL Class A Owner-Operators in Houston, TX. This 1099 Independent Contractor role features weekly settlements, fast direct deposit, and competitive load pay for dry van and reefer runs.

As an Owner-Operator, you will be compensated at 90% of the gross rate, with incentives including a $100 DOT inspection bonus, referral bonuses, optional trailer rental, and ELD/operational support. Requires 2+ years of verified CDL driving and a clean MVR/PSP.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Valid Medical Card.
• At least 2 years verifiable CDL driving experience.
• Minimum 23 years old.
• Smartphone with data for documentation/photos.

Skills

CDL Class A

2 years experience

MVR/PSP clean

23 years old

Smartphone with data

Job description

We are currently hiring experienced CDL Class A Owner-Operators!

• 1099 Independent Contractor position.

Position:

Independent Contractor (1099).

Equipment:

Semi Truck.

Pay:

90% of the Gross Rate.

Fast Direct Deposit. Weekly Settlements.

What We Offer

• 1099 Independent Contractor position.
• Fast direct deposit.
• Competitive load pay.
• $100 Clean DOT Inspection Bonus.
• Referral Bonus for qualifying referrals.
• Optional trailer rental available.
• ELD and operational support.
• Opportunities for experienced Owner-Operators.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Valid Medical Card.
• At least 2 years of verifiable CDL driving experience.
• Minimum 23 years old.
• Valid smartphone with data and ability to provide high-quality documentation/photos.
• Reasonably clean MVR and PSP.
• No major violations within the last 36 months.
• No DUI in the last 5 years.
• Must not be prohibited in the DOT Clearinghouse.
• Negative drug test required.
• No recent or major convictions on criminal background check.
• Reefer equipment must generally be 10 years old or newer.

Compensation & Fees

• Owner-Operators are compensated as independent contractors (1099). A 10% dispatch fee applies after the first 6 months.
• Optional Trailer Rental.

Dry Van

• 10% of gross load.
• Minimum $800.
• Maximum $1,300.

Reefer

• $1,500/month.
• Plus reefer-hour and mileage charges as applicable.

Important

A refundable security deposit is required. Additional deductions may apply depending on equipment, insurance, permits, tolls, trailer rental and optional services.