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How much do heavy haul owner operators jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 4, 2026, the average weekly pay for heavy haul owner operators in the United States is $4,395.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,403.85 and $6,538.46 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Heavy Haul Owner Operator's job?

A Heavy Haul Owner Operator is a truck driver who owns and operates their own specialized equipment to transport oversized or overweight loads. They handle logistics, route planning, permits, and safety compliance to ensure loads are delivered efficiently. This role requires experience with heavy machinery, knowledge of state and federal regulations, and the ability to manage business expenses like fuel, maintenance, and insurance.

What are some of the biggest challenges Heavy Haul Owner Operators typically face on the job?

Heavy Haul Owner Operators often deal with challenges such as navigating complex routes that require detours to avoid low bridges, weight-restricted roads, or urban areas. They must also handle obtaining the correct permits for every state or municipality that the load travels through and comply with strict regulations for oversized freight. Weather conditions, mechanical issues, and coordinating with escort vehicles or law enforcement add additional layers of complexity to each haul. Successfully overcoming these challenges requires careful preparation, up-to-date industry knowledge, and strong communication skills to ensure loads reach their destination safely and on time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Heavy Haul Owner Operators position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Heavy Haul Owner Operator, you need extensive experience in commercial truck driving, knowledge of DOT regulations, and a valid CDL with proper endorsements for hauling oversized or overweight loads. Familiarity with specialized equipment such as lowboys, step decks, and load securement systems, along with permits for heavy haul transportation, is crucial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication with dispatchers, clients, and escort crews are key soft skills. These abilities ensure that heavy and oversized loads are transported safely, legally, and efficiently while maintaining customer satisfaction and compliance.

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Infographic showing various Heavy Haul Owner Operators job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $228,575 per year, or $109.9 per hour.
Experienced 4+ Axle Class A Heavy Haul Transport Operator

Experienced 4+ Axle Class A Heavy Haul Transport Operator

TEFCO TRANSPORTATION LLC

Lake City, FL • On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

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Description:

TEFCO Transportation is a specialized heavy haul transportation company. We are currently looking for experienced 4 axle operators to transport over sized and over dimensional project based loads for our customers. We travel throughout the South East. This position will require overnight travel. If you are interested in learning more about or company, visit our website tefcotransportation.com.


Summary: Heavy Haul Transport Operator / CDL A oversize over-dimensional Truck Driver will operate a multi-axle piece of equipment in our heavy haul trucking division. A driver in this classification utilizes their assigned truck and trailer to facilitate transportation of heavy equipment within a time sensitive duration.


Duties and Responsibilities of a Class A/CDL A Heavy Haul Transport Operator / Heavy Equipment Truck Driver:

  • Operate Heavy Haul truck and trailer in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Acknowledge and carry out written/oral instructions from dispatchers and customers.
  • Transport heavy loads to customers in a timely manner.
  • Ensure delivery of appropriate items in accordance with customer invoices.
  • Ensure tractor and trailer are clean and in good working condition.
  • Posses mechanical knowledge of assigned equipment.
  • Perform daily maintenance checks and reports malfunctions to management/mechanics.
  • Document and communicate repair requests to mechanics.
  • Ensure customer messages/communications are relayed to appropriate management.
  • Assist in maintaining a neat and clean workplace.
  • Provide exceptional customer service.
  • Complete Bill of Ladings.
  • Comply with E-Log rules and regulations.
  • Perform alternative tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Work Environment of a Class A/CDL A Heavy Haul Transport Operator / Heavy Equipment Truck Driver:

While performing the duties of the Heavy Haul Transport job, the driver is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The driver is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


Physical Demands of a Class A/CDL A Heavy Haul Transport Operator / Heavy Equipment Truck Driver:

The physical demands must be met by a driver to successfully perform the essential functions of the heavy haul transport job. The driver must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the heavy haul transport driver is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.


Compensation: Average annual pay range commensurate with experience: High-Level experience $95,000 - $120,000 | Mid-Level: $80,000 to $95,000| Entry- Level: $65,000 to $80,000

Requirements:
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Must have a clean criminal background
  • Must have a clean driving record

Education/Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • MUST have Two to Four years of driving experience of lowboy trailers, RGN’s, double dropped and/or sliding axle trailers.
  • Experience in loading and securement of heavy construction machinery and vehicles, such as excavators, bulldozers, and buses.
  • Basic knowledge of industrial equipment.

Certificates and Licenses:

  • Valid Class A Driver's License
  • Current DOT Physical
  • TWIC