Class A Owner - Operator OTR Driver

Overview

IMportant Update: 08/12/24. For a limited time only. We are offering the first 10 owners a ONE TIME DEAL. 92% linehaul (92/8) with only $200 deduction for cargo and liability insurance. This rate will be locked in for the duration of your time running under our authority. This is first come first serve and we need 10 ASAP candidates. We carry A+ rated AM Best insurance and will run you under our DOT with a great safety score with scale bypasses. We are also offering 30 cent off cash price (usually an extra 5 to 10 cents) discount on fuel. So roughly 35 to 40 cents discount depending. We want this to be the last place you want to work. Everyone is tired of job jumping since 2018.

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 after almost 20 years in business!

Solo Owner Operator Gross Pay:

• Expect OTR avg Gross 5K to 8K+ per week during this post covid market. Could be better but we are working.
• We try to conserve fuel and book shorter runs and avoid long hauls. 2000 to 3000 miles per week.
• Most average owners on an average week running average loads earn 6k to 7k weekly even in this crappy market.
• Team drivers make about 1.7 times more gross per peak on average peaking at about 13k per week sometimes. We may or may not consider hiring teams. This market is supporting shorter runs at about 300 to 600 miles or so and is not conducive to team driving.

Responsibilities / What we look for

• Owner Operators with 2+ yrs of experience who have reliable trucks. 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 on the Midwest, east, southeast, south, southwest, and west regions. Optional high-paying Canadian loads are offered to qualified applicants. Some routes have changed; ask about it.

Gross Earnings

• Normally $260,000 to $364,000 per year gross.

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Important Work Ethic Note

• We require motivated, honest, hard-working drivers. We do not want unsafe drivers or those who miss stops or are lazy. If you are committed and professional, we have a place for you. Apply now.

What makes our company different?

• We are NOT a mega-carrier. We have 20 years of experience with multiple offices, 24-hour dispatch, built-in mechanic shops, a large warehouse, and dedicated dispatch teams.

Perks

• High gross percentage, no forced dispatch, home time negotiable, 24/7 dispatch, weekly direct deposit, liability and cargo insurance covered by us, trailer tags covered, fuel cards provided with 30 cent discount off cash price, built-in mechanic shop, trailer rentals, dedicated dispatchers, and steady contract opportunities.

Job Description / Requirements

• Must have Class A CDL. Additional endorsements are a bonus.
• Must have 2+ years CDL experience.
• Must have clean MVR and reasonable PSP report.
• Must have a reliable tractor. We rent trailers if you don’t own one.

Compensation & Benefits

• Very high percentage payouts; 82% of line haul with 18/82 split in your favor. We cover cargo and liability.
• Option to take 88% of line haul with $250 deduction for cargo and liability insurance weekly.
• Trailer tags included; trailer rentals available. Optional to use specialized insurance rates.
• Hazard and Occupational Insurance optional deductions; weekly deduction programs available for some expenses.
• Cash-price fuel cards with 30 cent discount. Bonuses via an Owner-Operator of the Month program. DOT inspection bonuses. Weekly direct deposit.
• Expected OTR gross: 5K to 8K+ per week; loads booked at ~2.3+ per mile (varies by market).

Summary of Other Incentives

• Unlimited miles within ELD compliance; no touch freight; drop and hook (paused for now); home time negotiable; 24/7 on-call dispatch; dedicated dispatcher; night shift coverage; no forced dispatch; trailer rental options; and partner with other Chicago area carriers.

Driver Requirements

• Must be healthy and able to work; age 23+; 2+ years driving experience; valid CDL A; pass drug test; valid medical card; stable work history; clean driving record; no major violations recently; verifiable work history with references.

Note on Expiry

This description does not indicate that the role is closed; no explicit statement of expiration is present.