Solo Owner Operator, CDL A

Company: Forward
Location: Danbury
Posted on: November 22, 2020

Job Description:

Forward Air LTL: Who is Forward Air? Why would a Solo Owner Operator consider leasing on to Forward Air's OTR LTL program? Well, for starters - Our recruiters are forced to sing their choice of "Single Ladies" by Beyonce or "Free Bird" by Lynyrd Skynyrd if caught giving ANY bad information to a prospective driver. If it happens again, they are required to get a jail-style tattoo of their boss on their bicep. All kidding aside, our team is laser-focused on describing what makes Forward Air's LTL opportunity DIFFERENT than the gimmicky opportunities with other carriers. Remember - their crappy door signs probably leave a bunch of sticky goo on your beautiful truck. Our door signs don't typically get peeled off very often (if you know what I'm saying - see retention bullet point below) For a limited time, as we position ourselves to grow our fleet following several customer awards: $2,000 Sign On Bonus Realistic, quick, payout schedule Includes $$ after your first load to help offset transition costs. The Opportunity: Run from coast to coast (Or on a national/regional dedicated if available) from Forward Air location to Forward Air location, with our lightly loaded dry van trailers, and turn your truck into a revenue-generating machine! Here are the difference maker's Compensation ALL Miles paid. Empty, Loaded. All Tolls, Bridges and scales are Paid and/or reimbursed Per-mile compensation is in the top 10% of the industry Don't get stuck in the spot market planning your loads, hauling complicated low margin freight, and moving for free. The Forward Air network is unmatched. Run from Forward Air Terminal to Forward Air Terminal 99.9% No Touch, Drop & Hook Freight. Pull the pin and go. SO CONSISTENT! Stop being treated like a stranger at docks & guard shacks. You're always @ home! Parking for our drivers is a priority at our locations Showers & Laundry at multiple terminals Run our trailers & Save fuel with an average trailer weight of 26,000 pounds Average trailer age 2019 Average load weight 26,000 pounds is a result of the nature of our LTL business Our Fuel per-gallon rebates are CRAZY! Anywhere from $0.05 to $1.00 per gallon! (Average $0.40 - $0.60 per gallon) Industry best miles per week average. The scheduled Expedited nature of our freight keeps you MOVING 2,500+ mile average Dedicated Opportunities available - put your name in as new lanes are built. Real dedicated unlike other carriers that cancel legs of dedicated routes routinely Culture Join one of the largest fleets of OTR drivers in the US. Are you a Veteran? No matter your branch, we salute you, recognize you, and invite you to identify and participate in our charitable cause - Operation: Forward Freedom Operation: Forward Freedom includes several community-based activities supporting veterans & Also raises over 250k/yr that goes 100% to supporting disable veterans. Every year we give away a brand new Jeep Wrangler and other consolation prizes as part of our reward program for safe drivers Also encouraging safe driving is the $250 per driver, per quarter bonus. No better support team Our annualized turnover is under 30%, over 60% lower than the industry normal Dedicated Driver Support team has your back. The best in the Biz. Weekly home time for most domiciles, if you desire The new Forward Ten4 app allows you to manage your business and truck from the road. Available in the Apple and Android app stores Pet Friendly Fleet owners/multiple truck owners receive an uncapped increased rate per mile on all trucks through our Fleet Forward program. Ask us for more info! Lease purchase program Available (Programs are available through 3rd party vendors) Earning Potential: Earn up to $250,000/ year (*Earning potential and per mile rate, and includes $0.02 on all miles for hazmat and $0.02 for truck 5 years or newer -. Earning estimate is for 46 weeks and includes adjustment for empty miles and FSC as of last update*) Qualifications: Class A CDL required One year verifiable experience in last three years, two years in the last five years, or three years in the last ten years 2020 Forward Air.*All statements and requirements defined in this advertisement are for marketing purposes only. Actual revenue, bonuses, benefits & opportunities may vary from the advertised rates depending on division and the individual driver's qualifications and experience. Leasing & financing options are through a third party financing company not legally affiliated with Forward Air

Apply online below or call one of the following numbers:

(844) 855-6797 LTL - Company Drivers/Owner Operators

(844) 866-4920 TLS Team Owner Operators

(888) 994-4410 Powerseat - Independent Contractor/Sub-Contractor Fleet Drivers

Keywords: Forward, Danbury , Solo Owner Operator, CDL A, Other , Danbury, Connecticut