CDL A Truck OTR Owner Operator Teams $12,000 - $16,000 Gross Per Week
Truck Owner operators only. No company drivers.
Bring your truck and run OTR on an award-winning network built for owner operators. With Roadrunner you get to pick your load, choose your runs.
Why Roadrunner and What You Can Expect
Top solo owner operators earn: $9,000 Weekly
Top teams earn: $16,000 Weekly
Owner operators only. No company driver positions
One of the highest and best driver pay scales in the industry for owner operators
High safety ratings, no scale needed
No forced dispatch
100% no-touch freight. Drop-and-hook. Terminal to terminal
On-time Friday pay. Settlement cut Tuesday 23:59 for trips delivered the prior week
Fuel surcharge updated weekly off the national average, plus fuel discounts
Goodyear fleet tire pricing when invoiced through Roadrunner
Trailer pool available. You bring the tractor
On-site technicians and common parts at terminals
Dedicated concierge support: hotels, parking, problem-solving on the road
Showers at major terminals
Home time based on the runs you choose
Pets friendly
#1 Most Improved Carrier
#2 in Quality nationally
Strong onboarding and business advisory support
Driver referral program
Operational Costs & Programs
Physical Damage: Optional coverage available through Roadrunner. Cost varies based on tractor value, model year, and deductible. Current rates are approximately $3.96–$5.10 per $1,000 of declared tractor value per month.
Non-Trucking Liability: $65 per power unit per month.
Occupational Accident:$167 per driver per month, where available.
Own Insurance: Contractors may obtain qualifying insurance independently if desired.
ELD Costs
$6.50/Week Rental, X Company Owns The System
Roadrunner provides and maintains the ELD hardware.
Plates and Permits
Base Plate: Roadrunner can facilitate the base plate and recover the cost weekly, currently up to $50 per week.
Permits: Cost varies based on the permits and jurisdictions required. Roadrunner can facilitate eligible permits.
Heavy Vehicle Use Tax: Annual tax paid by the contractor; amount varies based on the vehicle.
Own Base Plate: Contractors may obtain their own base plate if desired.
Fuel Card and Fuel Tax
Fuel Card: Roadrunner fuel card available for contractor fuel purchases.
Fuel Savings: Access to pre-negotiated Roadrunner fuel pricing. Savings vary by market and fueling location.
IFTA / Fuel Tax: Contractors may self-file or elect Roadrunner to handle IFTA permitting and fuel/mileage tax reporting.
Fuel Surcharge: Updated weekly based on diesel pricing and paid on dispatched loaded and empty miles.
Maintenance Discounts
Access to Goodyear fleet tire pricing when invoiced through Roadrunner.
Access to Roadrunner-affiliated maintenance and parts vendors.
On-site technicians and common parts available at select terminals.
Roadrunner handles core maintenance on Roadrunner-provided trailers, including major trailer systems and replacement trailer tires.
6 Months CDL A Experience Required
Must Own Your Own Truck, No Company Positions Available