Class A CDL OTR Driver - Multiple Payment Options & 2023 Trucks (1099)
Freightage Inc. is looking for professional Class A CDL OTR drivers who value stability and elite equipment. We provide a true financial safety net and premium lanes to ensure you spend your time earning, not waiting.
The Freightage Guarantee
- Starting Pay:Â $0.75 CPM.
- Weekly Guarantee:Â $2,250 minimum (based on 3,000 miles, must be out 7 days).
- Stability:Â You get paid your minimum even if shippers or the road slow down.
- Detention Pay:Â Qualified detention pay ensures you are compensated fairly for delays.
Additional Incentives:
- Veterans Fast-Track: Honorably discharged veterans start at $0.76 CPM immediately.
- Quick Raises: Automatic up to +3 CPM bump after just 6 months for cooperating with safety protocols and respecting rules.
- Reliable Pay:Â Weekly direct deposit every Thursday with cash advances available.
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Earning Options & Growth (Owner Operator / Real Lease to Purchase / Be Your Own Boss)
We offer two distinct paths to maximize your gross earnings:
- Option 1: 88% of Gross:Â Drivers are responsible for cargo and liability insurance at $350/week and trailer rent.
- Option 2: 75% of Gross:Â Includes paid cargo and liability insurance plus free trailer rent.
Elite Equipment & Maintenance
- Premium Fleet: Drive a late-model 2023 Freightliner Cascadia equipped with modern safety technology, bumper to bumper warranty 750,000 miles and reduced down time.
- Maintenance:Â Mandatory min. 10 cents per mile maintenance fee applies to both pay options.
- Lease-to-Own: 2023 units available for $89,900 or $980–$1,250 monthly for 18–24 months.
Bonuses & Perks
- Clean Inspection Bonuses:Â Level 3 ($200), Level 2 ($300), Level 1 ($400).
- Annual Safety Bonus:Â $1,000 for 12 months with no citations or cargo claims.
- Referral Program: $500 bonus plus 1 CPM on your referral’s miles for one year.
- Rider Policies:Â Passenger and pet programs are available.
Operational Details
- Lanes:Â East Coast, Midwest, and South (No NYC, No West Coast).
- Support:Â 24/7 dedicated dispatch and an in-house shop in Blue Island, IL.
- Costs (Weekly):Â IFTA ($65), ELD service ($45), Tablet data ($40), Truck registration/2290 ($90), Truck physical damage/non-trucking liability ($148).
- Deposits:Â Returnable ELD device ($240) and Tablet ($350).
Qualifications
- Experience:Â Minimum 2 years of verifiable OTR experience within the last 3 years.
- Safety:Â No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years.
- Second Chances:Â We welcome SAP-completed drivers (including Step 6 for marijuana) and applicants with criminal records
Company Description
We specialize in efficient transportation and distribution of goods—delivering reliable logistics solutions for businesses of all sizes.