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Owner Operator Truck Drivers

American Driver
Bolingbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Owner Operator Truck Drivers position at American Driver?

Tired of Forced Dispatch & Low Percentages? Keep 75% of Linehaul True Non-Forced Dispatch — Home Weekends, $3k–$4k Weekly Take-Home

We're a driver-first carrier specializing in reliable, high-paying specialized freight. We're actively hiring experienced Owner Operators (your own truck) for nationwide runs .Enjoy true non-forced dispatch, complete control over your loads/schedule, and the flexibility to be home every weekend or stay out longer for bigger earnings.

Why Drivers Choose Us

  • True non-forced dispatch — accept only the loads you want.
  • Home every weekend (or stay out as long as you like).
  • Consistent freight: 3–5 shipments/week, averaging 2,500–3,000 miles (top performers hit this reliably).
  • Primary lanes: Midwest, Southeast, Texas, PNW, East Coast (NYC optional only).
  • Freight mix: General commodities, steel/coils, live plants/nursery products/trees, paper, industrial (multi-stop pay available).
  • 24/7 dispatch support from real people.

Pay & Earnings – Fully Transparent

  • 75% of linehaul (solo & team) 100% fuel surcharge pass-through.
  • Average weekly take-home: $3,000–$4,000 after typical expenses (based on 2,500–3,000 miles; many exceed this with good load choices).
  • Paid weekly every Friday via direct deposit.
  • Bonuses: $1,000 sign-on $1,000 anniversary; safety bonus; multi-stop pay.
  • Realistic gross example: Current spot rates (~$2.25–$2.65/mi for our mixed/specialized freight) yield linehaul gross of $6,500–$8,000 /week before your 75% split FSC.

Equipment & Setup

  • ELD: Motive (required).
  • Fuel Card: EFS (provided).
  • EZ-Pass: Available (at driver cost).

Weekly Deductions & Costs (Clear & Competitive)

  • Trailer Rental (All-Inclusive Weekly)
  • Dry Van: $350
  • Flatbed: $475
  • Reefer: $725
  • Insurance Options — Bobtail $9 | Occupational Accident $30 | Passenger $4.50 | Physical Damage: (phone number removed)% per $100 of unit value | ELD/Dashcam $10.
  • Escrow — $100/week (capped at $1,500, fully refundable).

Requirements

  • Owner Operator with your own truck (2000 model year or newer).
  • Minimum age 25.
  • 2 years verifiable CDL-A experience.
  • Clean driving record (no major violations).
  • No DUI/DWI in the past 7 years.
  • No more than 2 DOT accidents in the last 3 years.
  • Stable work history (any gaps must be explained).
  • Valid CDL-A & current DOT medical card (with 90 days remaining).
  • Must pass urine drug test.

Quick Onboarding

  • Online orientation (~1.5 hours) — available any day.

Ready to Take Control & Earn More? If you meet all the requirements and want true flexibility with steady, quality freight, apply now. We’re looking for serious, professional Owner Operators who treat this as their business.

Salary : $3,000 - $4,000

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