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CEVA Freight, LLC - Line Haul

$480K/yr

This role offers independent contractors the chance to haul CEVAs 53 dry van trailers across all 48 states with flexibility and support. Compensation: * Team Tractor Owner Operators have the ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average weekly pay for independent contractor tractor owner operator 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 the difference between Independent Contractor Tractor Owner Operator vs Truck Driver?

AspectIndependent Contractor Tractor Owner OperatorTruck Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), business licensesCDL, sometimes additional endorsements
Work EnvironmentOwns and operates their truck, flexible scheduleWorks for a company, fixed routes and schedules
EmployerSelf-employed or contractedEmployed by a trucking company
Work ScopeOwns equipment, manages business operationsOperates company-owned trucks, follows company policies

In summary, Independent Contractor Tractor Owner Operators own their trucks and manage their business, offering flexibility but bearing more responsibilities. Truck Drivers typically work for a company, follow set routes, and have less administrative duties. Both roles require a CDL and are vital in freight transportation, but differ mainly in ownership, independence, and work setup.

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CDL A Regional Tractor Owner Operator- Columbus, OH

CEVA Freight, LLC - First & Final Mile

Groveport, OH

$175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 hours ago

Job description

CEVA Logistics is seeking Regional Tractor Owner Operators in the Columbus, OH area. We are looking for Owner Operators/Independent Contractors that have sleeper-Tractors interested in operating exclusively under CEVAs authority. The work would involve hauling CEVAs 53 dry van trailers. This is for local and occasionally making regional deliveries to our commercial customers. Monday through Friday.

Compensation:

  • Top Tractor Owner Operators Gross Up to $175,000+ Yearly
    • Average Earnings of $3,500+
  • Weekly settlements deposited through Comdata.
  • Sign-on Incentive: $1,500 paid out over the course of 3 months; 50% on the first settlement and 50% paid after 90 days.
  • Driver Referral Bonus: $1,000 per driver hired, paid after 90 days.

Highlights:

  • ICs would operate under CEVA's authority
  • No forced dispatch
  • Voluntary Programs
    • Insurance available for purchase: Liability, Non-Trucking, Physical Damage, Occupational Accident
    • Roadside Assistance
    • Health Benefits available for purchase

Home Time, Route & Schedule

  • PM Shift: Start time 6pm
  • Overnight stay maybe required for HOS.
  • Operation Times: Sunday - Friday
  • Route: Regional within 400 miles of Columbus, OH.

Requirements

  • Tractors with sleepers must be 10 years old or newer.
  • Red, White, Or Blue in color

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must have valid CDL A License
  • Hazmat Preferred
  • No more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years
  • Current DOT Medical Card
  • Seeking Owner Operators that live within 50 miles of Columbus, OH.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

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