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CDL-A Owner Operator & Small Fleet Owner - Regional

$7,000 - $8,500 per week

CR Express

Job Description

Job Description

CDL-A Owner Operator & Small Fleet Driver – Regional

CR Express Inc. | Bensenville, IL & Surrounding Areas

Employment Type: Contract / 1099 (Independent Contractor & Small Fleets)

Estimated Weekly Gross: $7,000 - $8,500+ per truck

Job Overview

CR Express is seeking experienced CDL-A Owner-Operators and Small Fleets for regional customer work operating out of Bensenville and the greater Illinois area , serving routes across Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky .

If you are looking for strong gross weekly earnings, consistent freight availability, and regular home time, partner with CR Express today. Bring your own equipment or take advantage of our flexible equipment rental program!

Compensation & Settlement Highlights

  • Gross Weekly Target: $7,000 – $8,500+ gross per truck for productive weeks with consistent availability (before fuel, deductions, and business expenses) .
  • Load-Based Pay: Rates quoted by load, featuring additional compensation for:
    • Multi-stop deliveries
    • Detention & Layover pay (per agreed load terms)
    • Cancellation compensation (when applicable)
  • Weekly Settlements: Comprehensive equipment, rental, mileage, escrow, insurance, and settlement terms outlined in our contractor proposal.

Schedule & Home Time

  • Home Time Target (Illinois-Based Drivers): Goal of home every other night and every weekend (subject to home location, accepted routes, available driving hours, and customer schedules) .
  • Dispatch Times: Pickups are regularly overnight or early morning ( commonly 11:00 PM – 5:00 AM ), with assignment-specific exceptions. Return freight may also pick up late in the evening.
  • Route Structure: Dedicated customer work involving multi-stop deliveries and scheduled appointment times.

Equipment & Fleet Options

  • Bring Your Own Equipment: Contractors may bring their own truck, trailer, or both.
  • Equipment Rental Available: Need equipment? Rent trucks and/or trailers directly through CR Express .

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL.
  • Must operate as an Independent Contractor (1099) or registered Small Fleet.
  • Strong commitment to safety, communication, and on-time appointment deliveries.
  • Flexibility to handle overnight and early-morning pickup windows.

Apply today to review full contract terms and partner with CR Express!

Disclaimer: Earnings depend on accepted work, driving hours, and available freight and are not guaranteed. Compensation figures represent gross revenue before fuel, deductions, and operating expenses. Examples are not take-home or profit guarantees.

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