CDL A Truck Driver - 1099, $5,000 Sign-on - Joplin - MO

Contracting CDL-A Truck Drivers

• EARN TODAY. OWN TOMORROW
  • Avg. $1,400-$1,650 in weekly take-home pay*
• GET PAID TO GET STARTED
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus + $500 orientation pay
• EASY FREIGHT. EASY WEEKS.
  • 100% no-touch dry van, 60% drop & hook

Why Drive for Riverside Transport?

At Riverside Transport, drivers aren't just numbers on a board. They're part of the family. We focus on consistency, communication, and respect, building long-term relationships with drivers who want steady pay, reliable home time, and a company that puts people first.

Riverside offers flexible career options backed by dependable freight and a driver-first culture that's built to last.

Lease Purchase Truck Driver Overview

• Strong weekly take-home while you build ownership. Lease Purchase drivers average $1,400 to $1,650 in weekly take-home pay, combining mileage pay, fuel surcharge, and accessorial earnings.*
• Mileage pay that rewards every mile. Earn $1.31mi plus fuel surcharge on all miles, with safety and on-time performance bonuses built into the rate.*
• Freight that keeps you moving. Run 100% no-touch dry van freight with 60% drop & hook, cutting dock time and keeping your wheels turning.
• Predictable resets that fit the road. Get home weekly for a 34-hour reset, so you can recharge without slowing down your earning momentum.
• Get paid to get rolling. Start with a $5,000 sign-on bonus, plus $500 paid orientation as you transition into your truck.

Lease Purchase Program Details

• Low-barrier entry, no surprises. Get started with no money down, no credit check, and a true walk-away lease. No balloon payment is required.
• Payments that stay manageable. Weekly truck payments start as low as $534 per week after incentives, with fixed or per-mile payment options available.
• Shorter paths to ownership. Choose lease terms from 2.3 to 5.5 years, depending on the truck and payment structure you select.
• Maintenance protection built in. A full-service, bumper-to-bumper maintenance program at 7 to 14 cents per mile helps control costs and reduce unexpected expenses.
• Late-model equipment. Drive 2023 to 2025 Freightliner and International trucks spec'd for comfort and reliability.
• Bring family along. Rider and pet policies are available, so you don't have to run solo.

Actual Lease P&L Example

Weekly Revenue: $4,020*

• $3,120 base pay based on $1.30mi and 2,400 average miles*
• $840 fuel surcharge*
• $60 accessorial pay*

Weekly Expenses: $2,392

• $1,217 estimated fuel
• $594 fixed truck payment
• $234 taxes and insurance
• $288 maintenance
• $59 base plates and miscellaneous expenses

Estimated Weekly Take-Home Pay: $1,628*

All pay and bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details.
There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.*

Driver Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 22 years of age
• 6 months of experience within the last 24 months
• No substance abuse programs within the last 10 years