CDL-A Owner Operator

APL Cargo is Now Seeking CDL-A Reefer Owner Operators

Average $7,000 - $9,000 Weekly, Gross

Weekly Home Time

(Must have a valid CDL-A license and 1 year of experience.)

Top Pay & Benefits:

• Average $7,000 - $9,000 weekly, gross
• Average cost paid per load is $2,200+, gross or $2.75 - $3.50 per mile, gross
• If you do not have your own trailer, the paid percentage of the load is 75% for reefer loads
• If you do have your own trailer, the paid percentage of the load is 82% for reefer loads
• APL Cargo covers the cost of insurance, which makes up for the other 20-22%
• Average 800 - 1,000 miles per load
• Drop & hook lanes available
• Weekly home time
• Trailer leasing available*

(*Only trailers are available to lease. Drivers must provide their own truck/tractor)

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Account Requirements & Options:

• Weekly administration fee - required
• $175 weekly fee covers registration fees, back-office administrative support, permits, 2290, IFTA, & tablet rental
• $125 weekly if you have your own plates
• Occupational insurance - required
• APL Cargo offers an occupational insurance plan for $37.50 per week (provided at cost)
• Cargo liability deposit - required
• $2,500 deposit is taken by $100 per week, for 25 weeks
• Driver legal plan - optional, but highly recommended
• Cost is $2.98 per week
• Operational Escrow - optional, but highly recommended
• "Savings account" provides drivers with consistent paychecks during vacations or other situations. Weekly contribution amount is determined by the driver
• Maintenance account - optional
• If opted in, the amount is optional & APL Cargo will pay for repairs; repair costs will be debited from the maintenance account. If repair costs go over account funds, a payment plan will be arranged
• If opted out, APL Cargo has no obligation to provide financial credit for repairs. Any repairs paid for by APL will be charged back within the pay period

Driver Requirements:

• Valid Class A CDL
• 1 year of experience
• Must be an owner operator & own your own truck/tractor

Why APL Cargo?

Being owned and operated by former drivers, we have what it takes to deliver the best service and treat our drivers fairly and with respect. APL Cargo is a family, and is family-owned for a reason. We are a team that delivers. Join the professionals who are building their future with APL Cargo.

APL Cargo could not produce the best results for our customers without hiring the best drivers. As a fast-growing industry leader in the trucking and transport arena, we are looking to magnify our team of leading transportation experts. We are seeking Class A reefer Owner Operators who will represent APL Cargo proudly while upholding our stellar reputation.