Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Truck Driver Owner Operator - 1yr EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - $160k - $200k per year - Forward Air

$160k - $200k

Forward Air, Inc.

Class A CDL Owner Operator Truck Drivers.

Keep Your Truck Moving. Keep More of What You Earn.

You're not just looking for another load, you're looking for consistency, strong earnings and a carrier that respects your business!

We work with professional Owner Operators who want reliable freight, industry leading miles and the freedom to run their business their way at Forward. Spend less time waiting and more time earning with a premium customer base, 99% no-touch drop-and-hook freight, and an extensive terminal network.

Whether you are a Solo Owner Operator or a Team Owner Operator, Forward has the freight and the support to keep your wheels turning.

Why Owner Operators Choose Forward:

Earn More: Competitive Pay on All Miles + Weekly Settlements

  • Solo Owner Operators
  • $1.31 per loaded mile + Fuel Surcharge
  • Projected annual earnings: $160,000–$200,000+

Fuel Surcharge

  • Average $0.40–$0.60 per mile
  • Weekly update to help offset the cost of fuel

Drive More. Wait Less.

  • We've built our network to keep you moving.

Industry-Leading Weekly Miles

  • Teams: 5,000+ miles per week
  • Solo: 2,000+ miles per week

Freight You'll Appreciate

  • 99% no-touch freight
  • Drop & hook operations from terminal-to-terminal
  • Average load weight of only 26,000 lbs.
  • Year-round consistent freight
  • Flexible home time

We've Got Your Back

Forward invests in Owner Operators so you can focus on running your business.

Additional Benefits

  • Weekly settlements
  • Tolls, bridges, and scales paid or reimbursed
  • Safety-first culture
  • Quarterly safety bonus opportunities
  • Annual safety giveaways—including the chance to win a car!
  • A genuine partnership with a culture of support when you need it

What You'll Need

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 12 months of verifiable Class A CDL tractor-trailer experience
  • Minimum age of 23 years
  • Meet all DOT qualification requirements

Why Forward?

Forward is built on a foundation of Independent Contractors. Your truck is your business, we know that. That's why we've built an operating model focused on helping Owner Operators increase their revenue through consistent freight, efficient operations and one of the strongest terminal networks in the industry.

If you want to work with a carrier that respects your time, your equipment and your success, we want to talk.

Vacancy posted 9 hours ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Truck Driver Owner Operator - 1yr EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - $160k - $200k per year - Forward Air in Buffalo, NY vacancy
  • $175k - $225k

     ...Owner Operators: Behind Every Show, There's a Driver Like You!. For more than 75 years, Clark Transfer has been helping...  ...ever wanted a trucking job that's...  ...than 85,000 miles per year Guaranteed...  ...Available) Dry Van Trailers ️...  ...✈️ Passport REQUIRED Join the... 
    Van

    Clark Transfer

    Buffalo, NY
    9 hours ago
  • $1,750 - $2,000 per week

     ...Bison is hiring OTR In-Cab Instructor Truck Drivers. Looking to make a meaningful...  ...$1,750 - $2,000 per week ~$3,500 sign-...  ...: ~3+ years of verifiable, accident...  ...is preferred but not required—your passion for safety...  ...acceptable safety, operations, shop, and training... 
    Van
    Traineeship
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    BISON TRANSPORT

    Buffalo, NY
    8 hours ago
  •  ...Description NOW HIRING CDL-A OTR DRIVERS MAKE MORE MONEY. GET...  ...BONUS PLAN ✔ $0.58 CPM Van ✔ $0.61 CPM Reefer ✔ EXTRA...  ...Drive newer 2022–2026 trucks: Freightliner Volvo...  ...take care of them. REQUIREMENTS ✔ Must Be 23+ Years Old ✔ 1 Year Verifiable... 
    Van
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours

    Artur Express Inc.

    Buffalo, NY
    more than 2 months ago
  • $15 per hour

     ...Requirements ~1 year of CDL-A OTR experience ~ No DUI/DWI in the last 5 years...  ...~ Extra Stops: $50 per additional stop ~...  ...Vacancy description Operate long-haul dry van lanes for HMD Trucking out of Buffalo, NY,...  ...delivery and professional driver standards. What... 
    Van
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Second job
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    HMD Trucking

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $25 per hour

     ...Requirements ~1 year of CDL-A OTR experience ~ No DUI/DWI in the last 5 years...  ...0 ~ Extra Stops: $50 per additional stop ~...  ...description Join HMD Trucking as an experienced OTR solo driver running dry van freight nationwide while operating from the Buffalo area.... 
    Van
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Second job
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    HMD Trucking

    Buffalo, NY
    7 days ago
  • $3,600 - $8,200 per week

     ...Owner Operator | Dry Van Location: Buffalo, NY...  ...,600 to $8,200 per week Route Type: otr Start Date:...  ...discounts - Physical truck and trailer...  ...- Finding new drivers for you in case...  ...you do now! Requirements Driver need to have min 2 years of experience... 
    Van
    Full time
    Immediate start

    K1 TRANSFREIGHT INC

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  • $1,600 per week

     ...Job Description ~ Solo Drivers: 2,000+ Miles Per Week On Average ~$4,000 Sign...  ...for you ~ Top 20% of our OTR Drivers earn $1,600+ Weekly...  ...dependents ~ Paid vacation after 1 year ~401(k) Match ~ Basic...  ...Miles & Freight with this truck driving job... 
    Van
    Temporary work
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    U.S. Xpress - OTR

    Grand Island, NY
    more than 2 months ago
  • $100k

     ...hiring Class A CDL Solo Truck Drivers for OTR and Teams . Company...  ...well over $100k per year, with some approaching...  ...bonuses depending on EXP and MVR (Up to 65 for...  ...). Job Description & Requirements Must have Class A CDL...  ...reasonable PSP report. Dry Vans or Refer work available... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Immediate start
    Night shift

    MBOzaak

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $104k

     ...partners now hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers - OTR Solo and Teams to...  ...here is $104,000 per year, and the pay keeps going...  ...bonuses depending on EXP and MVR (Up to 65 for...  ...runs are dead in dry van (for the time being)....  ...recently). Driver Requirements: OTR Truck driving... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Seasonal work
    Live out
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    DSL Express

    Buffalo, NY
    3 days ago
  • $8,000 - $14,000 per week

     ...Owner Operator | Dry Van Location: Buffalo, NY Company...  ...,000 to $14,000 per week Route Type: otr Start Date:...  ...a Class-A CDL driver with your own truck? Looking to...  ...SAFETY Team Requirements Requirements...  ...At least 23 years old Don’t miss... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours

    JIDO FREIGHT LLC

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  • $2,200 - $3,100 per week

     ...Requirements ~ CDL Class A ~ Minimum 1 year of verifiable OTR experience ~23 years of age or...  ...Benefits ~$0.80 CPM - Dry van (all miles paid)...  ...are former drivers) ~ Full-Time, steady...  ...Stop Pay: $50 per stop ~ Detentions...  ...’ll handle: Operating dry van equipment... 
    Van
    Full time
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Pulse Express

    Buffalo, NY
    7 hours ago
  •  ...Job Description – DRIVERS WANTED — MORE PAY. MORE OPTIONS...  ...Base: $0.61 REEFER • + $0.10 per mile BONUS after 9,500+ miles...  ...Express, you’re not just another truck number — you’re part of a team...  ...: ~ Must be at least 23 years of age ~2 years of verifiable... 
    Weekly pay
    Price work
    Flexible hours

    Artur Express Inc.

    Buffalo, NY
    more than 2 months ago
  • $1,500 - $2,000 per week

     ...– $2,000.00 Driver Type: Company...  ...Driver Freight: Dry Van, Reefer,...  ..., family-owned trucking company located...  ...in America – 5 years running ~ Only...  ...This is true OTR with flexible freight...  ..., strong operations support, and the...  ...There is no requirement such as “X days... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Seasonal work
    Flexible hours

    Renewable Transport Services

    Buffalo, NY
    11 days ago
  • $1,850 per week

     ...Class A CDL Truck Driver in...  ...Pay: $0.59 per Mile with 2...  ...per Week Van Stops Pay:...  ...$2000 at 1 year Paid Training...  ...“Lewistown OTR” to 904-541...  ...Trailer Type: Dry Van and Conestoga...  ...is Required Freight...  ...Ryder Drivers operate well-maintained...  ...purchases owner operator... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Weekend work

    Ryder

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $1,850 per week

     ...hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Lewistown, PA...  ...Pay:?$0.59 per Mile with 2000 -...  ...Miles per Week + Van Stops Pay: $16.3...  ...and $2000 at 1 year + Paid...  ...text "Lewistown OTR" to (***) ***-****...  ...+ Trailer?Type:?Dry Van and Conestoga...  ...Hand Unloading is Required + Freight Type... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Weekend work

    Ryder

    Buffalo, NY
    2 days ago
  • $16.37 per hour

     ...Truck Driver CDL A OTR Solo Ryder is hiring a Class...  ...Pay: $0.59 per Mile with 2000...  ...Miles per Week. Van Stops Pay: $16...  ...$107.56 per Dry Van unload. Average...  ...Four Times A Year, Every Quarter...  ...Ryder Drivers operate well-...  ...tech & more. Requirements: Minimum 21 years... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Weekend work

    Ryder

    Buffalo, NY
    3 days ago
  • $107.22k

     ...Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking offer plenty of opportunities in the Empire State. Drivers can choose frequent home time on a dedicated fleet or regional or national OTR fleets. Salary: Top 50% average $107,216 per year CPM: Starting pay $.68 to $.71 cpm Experience... 

    Crete Carrier

    Buffalo, NY
    11 days ago
  • $2,250 - $2,625 per week

     ...Requirements Must have HazMat and Tanker Endorsement Minimum 1 year CDL-A driving experience Clean MVR...  ...description Cruise OTR corridors from...  ...endorsement for IMG Trucking, specializing in dry van freight. What to...  ...Perks: Up to $0.80 per mile Steady 3,00... 
    Van
    Full time

    IMG Trucking

    Buffalo, NY
    13 days ago
  •  ...OTR Reefer Lease Purchase Drivers: Earn 82% Gross Line Haul & 100...  ...and becoming a truck owner all at the same...  ...Automatics ~ OWNER OPERATORS WELCOME!...  ...Discounts up too $1 off per gallon PLUS! ~5...  ...Program Requirements: Current CDL-...  ...License Minimum 2 Year OTR Experience... 
    For contractors

    Harpers

    Buffalo, NY
    3 days ago
  •  ...Company Driver | Dry Van Location: Buffalo, NY Company: Bolus Freight...  ...to Drivers for over 95 years has the No-Touch, No HAZMAT,...  ...Inspection Bonus ~ Both Regional & OTR Positions have Flexible...  ...every weekend.   Requirements ~6+ months of recent CDL Class... 
    Van
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Immediate start
    Relocation package
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    Bolus Freight Systems, Inc.

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  •  ...Company Driver | Dry Van Location: Buffalo, NY Company: Bolus Freight...  ...to Drivers for over 95 years has the No-Touch, No HAZMAT,...  ...week AND on weekends. Our OTR drivers can choose from runs...  ...terminal every weekend. Requirements ~6+ months of recent CDL Class... 
    Van
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Immediate start
    Relocation package
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    Bolus Freight Systems, Inc.

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  • $1,500 - $1,650 per week

     ...Company Driver | Dry Van Location: Buffalo, NY Company: Schneider...  ...About the Position Dedicated truck driver - Dollar General...  ...and complex backs. ~4 loads per week with 3-4 stop-offs per load...  ...monthly payments in your first year for experienced drivers. ~$... 
    Van
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Apprenticeship
    Immediate start
    Relocation package

    Schneider

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  • $91k

     ...Experienced CDL-A drivers needed immediately...  ...dedicated contract trucking and logistics...  ...about driving with a forward-thinking company....  ...to $91,000 - FIRST YEAR EXPECTED EARNINGS...  ...EXPERIENCE HAULING 53' DRY VANS. For more...  ...90000.00-91000.00 per_year, General Benefits... 
    Van
    Full time
    Contract work
    Local area
    Immediate start

    System Freight

    Buffalo, NY
    11 days ago
  • $60k - $70k

     .... At Kreilkamp Trucking, a 4th-generation,...  ...hiring CDL-A Company Drivers for our Midwest–...  ...2,100-2,200 miles per week ~ Regularly...  ...: 1 week after a year. 2 weeks after 2 years...  ...~70% Reefer / 30% Dry Van ~ Automatic ~...  ...and physical requirements and be knowledgeable... 
    Van
    Weekly pay

    Kreilkamp Trucking (search conducted by Drive My Way)

    Buffalo, NY
    more than 2 months ago
  •  ...CDL-A Solos & Teams:OTR Hauls • Excellent Pay on...  ...employee stock shares every year) 401k Match PTO starts...  ...and into your truck with no out-of-pocket travel...  ...hassle. Our Facility: Driver Lounge with a big screen...  ...Truck Navigation Minimum Requirements: Drivers must be at least... 
    Immediate start
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Hyway Transportation

    Buffalo, NY
    8 hours ago
  • $25 per hour

     ...Requirements ~1 year of CDL-A OTR experience ~ Hazmat endorsement ~ No DUI/...  ...00 ~ Extra Stops: $50 per additional stop ~ Empty...  ...description Benefit Trucking is expanding its OTR Dry Van and HazMat fleet in Buffalo, NY, and needs drivers who value safety and... 
    Van
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Second job
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    Benefit Trucking

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $96k

     ...Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers PAY THAT KEEPS GROWING...  ...Little Rock, Transco operates 470+ power units and 1,300 dry van trailers. The...  ...earn up to $90,000 per year, with Hazmat-endorsed...  ...basis. Driver Requirements Valid CDL A...  ...months of verifiable OTR tractor-trailer experience... 
    Van
    Extra income
    Work at office
    Relocation package

    Transco Lines

    Buffalo, NY
    9 hours ago
  • $91k

     ...looking for CDL A Local Dry Van drivers in North Tonawanda, NY...  ...Compensation First year expected earnings: $91...  ...Holidays: $225.50 per holiday as long as the...  ...Outward facing dashcam Requirements ~ Must have valid...  ...we service across our operating area. . This job... 
    Van
    Weekly pay
    Local area
    Monday to Friday

    System Freight, Inc. (search conducted by Drive My Way)

    North Tonawanda, NY
    more than 2 months ago
  • $90k - $100k

     ...CDL-A Company Truck Driver - OTR Solo Teams -Buffalo, NY Solo OTR Company Drivers ~ Earn $90,000 - $100,000 Per Year ~$2,500 Sign-On Bonus ~ Home Weekly ~...  ...Dedicated Services has been operating since 1926 Minimum Requirements Must be at least 23 years... 
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Point Dedicated

    Buffalo, NY
    11 days ago
  • $1,740 per month

     ...Job Description Job Requirements: • One Year Verifiable CDL A...  ...Description: CDL A W2 OTR Company Truck Drivers | Average Driver...  ...,750 - 3,200 Miles Per Week,, We've Got...  ...Double Bunk • Air-Ride Seats •...  ...transparency. Our entire operational model has been... 

    JS Helwig and Son LLC

    Buffalo, NY
    9 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Truck Driver Owner Operator - 1yr EXP Required - OTR - Dry Van - $160k - $200k per year - Forward Air. Be the first to apply!