Solo Owner Operator, CDL A

Company: Forward
Location: Joliet
Posted on: February 22, 2021

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)

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
      --2021--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

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