Class A Owner - Operator OTR Driver

DSL Express is NOW HIRING OWNER OPERATORS who want to make good money with a great company! Very high percentage take home with load volume even in the worst market conditions – We keep it moving!


Solo Owner Operator Gross Pay:

• Expect OTR avg Gross 7K to 10K per week during slow season (Jan-Mar / Jul-Aug). In this new covid market.
• Expect OTR avg Gross 9K to 12K+ per week during peak season. (All other months). In this new covid market.
• Team drivers make about 1.7 times more gross per peek on average peaking at about 23k per week sometimes.

 
UPDATE JANUARY 29th, 2022: The market is great and now is the time. Many of our average owners are seeing $7000 to $10000+ weeks or more on average (not including crazy weeks that earn much more). Those willing to hustle are making a killing and even more. This first quarter season (January) which is normally slow is turning out to be the best we've seen. A few of our best solo drivers are hitting $13,000+ kinds of gross numbers per week . Some of our teams have hit $23,000 in a week! Incredible. Some of us old-timers could only dream of these kinds of numbers back in the day. We are only in January which should be a slow season but we are taking advantage of peak business rates continually and nonstop! 2021 was one of the best years we have seen in 17 years despite coved-19 and 2022 is looking to be the same or better already!

 

Wanted:

• Owner Operators with 2+ yrs of experience who have reliable vehicles! We want good people and will pay good money! We give newer guys a shot because they deserve it, but old-school truckers definitely desired it! 

Regions:

• Lower 48 with a primary focus is on Midwest, east, southeast, south, southwest, and west regions. 100% Optional High-paying Canadian loads are offered to qualified applicants. 

Gross Earnings:

• Normally $260,000 to $364,000 per year up until 2020. IT'S MORE NOW! Add an additional 25% or more higher gross pay per year consistent since June 2020. Currently its more like $312,000 $460,000 gross annually. 

Apply here and get approved today!

 
IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT OUR WORK ETHIC!: We get lots of applicants – some days, too many. We need “A” stringers! Division 1 players. If you need a decent job, we can help but; we are saying this right now: We don’t want unsafe drivers! We don’t want guys who will sit around and miss stops continually. We don’t want guys who are lazy and sit at truck stops all day. This won't be tolerated! If you are motivated and can run and are a good, honest, hard-working honorable person, then we have a place for you – APPLY NOW! Otherwise, consider Schneider’s of the world. This job is demanding and as long as you’re a professional, we have a place for you. We take this business seriously and we want serious drivers who will do the job to the best of their ability each and every day while on duty. What you make is directly related to your performance and it's entirely up to you how well you do. Thank you kindly, We want the best!


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What makes our company different? 

• First and foremost, we are NOT a mega-carrier! You won’t get lost in the mix!!
• We have been in business for 20 years and we’ve seen it all. Experienced!!
• We have multiple offices in the US covering East, Midwest, and West regions.
• We have 24-hour dispatch with 2nd and 3rd shift guys in 3 offices. Real guys all night.
• We have built-in mechanic shops at the Chicago and Vegas depots for discount maintenance. 
• We have a 150,000 Square Foot Warehouse at home base to accommodate load transfers. 
• We do dedicated freight with Chicago area companies on a regular basis.
• We care about drivers. We have simple amenities for drivers that make a difference. Full Kitchen, Washer, Dryer, Showers, Lounge available at Chicago and Vegas Offices.
• We pride ourselves on your relationship with 4 other Chicago area Carriers. We are all family and help each other out. Mega carrier resources without being a mega carrier!

Perks: 

• High Gross Percentage! 
• No forced dispatch! 
• Home Time 100% up to you! 
• 24/7 Dispatch to help you out.
• Weekly Direct Deposit! 
• We cover Liability and Cargo Insurance in the deal!! 
• We cover trailer tags with rentals!
• Fuel Cards and Permits Provided at NO COST! 10 cent discount off cash price.
• Built-in discount Mechanic Shop to keep your truck in top shape!
• We lease trailers for those who don’t have their own. 2017 and Up!
• Professional dispatch teams fight for top rates year round!
• Professional dispatch teams keep you moving!
• You are assigned a dedicated dispatcher who will get to know you!
• Steady contract opportunities available during slower markets but killing it with spot!

Job Description:

• Must have Class A CDL. Additional Endorsements a bonus.
• Must Have 2+ yrs CDL Exp.
• Must Have Clean MVR and reasonable PSP report.
• Must Have a Reliable Tractor! We rent trailers if you don’t own one.

Compensation & Benefits:

• We Payout VERY HIGH percentages!
• Better than industry rate. 82% of Line Haul! 18/82 split your favor! (We cover cargo and liability!)
• Liability and Cargo Insurance included and paid by us!! It's in the deal. No separate deduction.
• Trailer tags covered and paid by us with trailer rentals!
• Our insurance broker has special rates for Bobtail insurance. 100% Optional to use!
• Hazard and Occupational Insurance available as a deduction. 100% Optional to use!
• Weekly Deduction Programs available for insurance and some expenses (if you need it).
• Cash price Fuel Cards provided. No hidden fees! 10 cent discount off cash price.
• Ability to Make Bonuses with a performance-based Owner-Operator of the Month program.
• You are rewarded with Bonuses for passed DOT inspections!! Safety is serious.
• We pay with Weekly Direct Deposit and bank transfers. No need to ever wait for checks.
• Expect OTR avg Gross 7K to 10K per week during slow season (Jan-Mar / Jul-Aug). In this new covid market.
• Expect OTR avg Gross 9K to 12K+ per week during peak season. (All other months). In this new covid market.

Summary of Other Incentives:

• Hometime is 100% negotiable! You set your schedule.
• We offer Unlimited miles within ELD Compliance. You want to drive, we have the loads!
• We do Dry Vans and Refer. No flatbeds or dangerous tankers, doubles/triples to hassle with. 
• We only accept No Touch Freight. 
• We do Drop and Hook as well as Live Load and Unload.
• We Rent Trailers if you need one. Many Owners have their own but we got you covered.
• We have a strict policy about No Forced Dispatch for owner-operators.
• We will assign a Dedicated Dispatcher to manage your routes.
• On-Call dispatching available 24/7. Don’t get stuck with a problem overnight!
• Contracts with NTS Breakdown Service help you in a pinch.
• You can Park with a rented trailer near your house for home time.
• Doesn’t matter where you live. Midwest preferred but not required.

Driver Requirements :

• Truck driving is a demanding job! You have to be healthy and able and willing to work!
• Must have been at least 23 years old.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of driving experience.
• Must have a valid CDL Class A without pending suspensions.
• Must be able to work with modern ELD systems.
• Must be able to pass a drug test. No acceptations!
• Must have a valid medical card issued.
• Must have a stable work history and good references.
• Must have no more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents in the last 3 years.
• No failed or refused drug or alcohol test in the last 4 years. 
• No DWI's, DUI's and BAC's in the last 4 years.
• No reckless driving convictions in the last 3 years.
• No license suspension for points, unpaid tickets in the last 3 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations during the last year.
• Must provide no less than 3 years of work history, non-driving work history for the past 3 years will be also verified. Previous employers and references will be checked and must be verifiable.

Gross Earnings Explained:
We based the "Normal" Solo Driver Gross Earnings estimate on gross of $5000 to $7000 per week (up to $9000+ during peak) as was consistent in the fiscal year 2018 THEN coved happened and the market changed. Its been 25% or more higher ever since last June 2020. Gross earnings depend on your availability and the number of miles you commit to driving. We normally book loads at an average of 2.00 plus per mile during the low season with peaks upward of 2.60 per mile (year-round averages). We are now booking peak season rates in the slow season and averaging 3.50 or more in peak. This does not include peak season load outliers that are above and beyond these rates. Rates fully depend on freight demand, season, geographic location, and other market conditions affecting spot and dedicated market trends and vary from year to year. In some cases, load rates are MUCH higher but it is not consistent. As with all markets globally, rates go up and down. There are Owners who make less who don’t drive very much. There are Owners who make more who drive continually. This all depends on your commitment as well as market conditions going forward. But if you are a driver that likes to drive, we will put you to work and you will make excellent gross earnings. Our dispatch team is dedicated to getting top dollar year around. After all, we are partners in this. The more you make, the more we make. 

WE'VE BUILT A REPUTATION ON EXCELLENCE IN SHIPPING AND LOGISTICS... DSL Express is a family-owned company with 15+ years in the Midwest, West Coast, and East Coast. We’re part of a federation of 5 companies with ~500 trucks total and 60+ years of combined experience. We have strong relationships with Chicago shippers/brokers and partners nationwide/Canada. Our experienced dispatchers (10+ years average) keep a low ratio (~5 trucks per dispatcher) so they can focus on you — flexible home time, the loads/miles you want, and support when needed. Yard parking, mechanic shops, and warehouses in Chicago + Las Vegas offices make life easier. Visit or call Show phone number to learn more!