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

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-$1,650* in weekly take-home pay, combining mileage pay, fuel surcharge, and accessorial earnings.

Mileage pay that rewards every mile.

Earn $1.30mi + 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.

A steady two-week rhythm.

Run for about two weeks at a time, then head home with a predictable schedule that balances strong miles and real time off.

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 7-14CPM* helps control costs and reduce unexpected expenses.

Late-model equipment.

Drive 2023-2025 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, which typically averages $840 but currently averages $1,920 with fuel prices.*

$60 accessorial pay*

Weekly Expenses: $2,392

$1,217 estimated fuel, which typically averages $1,217 but currently averages $2,200-$2,500 with fuel prices.

$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 in the last 24 months

No substance abuse programs within the last 10 years