We have the support, the miles, and the pay you need to succeed in the owner-operator space. Enjoy predictable home time, weekly settlements, 99% no-touch freight, and more. We're with you every step ...
We have the support, the miles, and the pay you need to succeed in the owner-operator space. Enjoy predictable home time, weekly settlements, 99% no-touch freight, and more. We're with you every step ...
We're bringing on experienced Owner Operators with 9-car equipment to join our auto-hauler network. If you're a professional car hauler who knows the business and takes pride in your equipment, we'd ...
We're bringing on experienced Owner Operators with 9-car equipment to join our auto-hauler network. If you're a professional car hauler who knows the business and takes pride in your equipment, we'd ...
REEF is seeking applicants to become Owner-Operators (we proudly call them "Ulysses") to operate these locations. Becoming a Ulysses operator with us isn't a job, it's your path to business ownership ...
REEF is seeking applicants to become Owner-Operators (we proudly call them "Ulysses") to operate these locations. Becoming a Ulysses operator with us isn't a job, it's your path to business ownership ...
Owner Operator Team Drivers (Class A)
Tampa, FL · On-site
$16K - $18K/wk
Pure Freight Lines is Looking Experienced Team Class A CDL OWNER OPERATOR USPS MAIL RUNS. Bring your own truck (2021 or newer). Gross $16,000-$18,000/week! Join a carrier that values experienced ...
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Owner Operator Team Drivers (Class A)
Tampa, FL · On-site
$16K - $18K/wk
Pure Freight Lines is Looking Experienced Team Class A CDL OWNER OPERATOR USPS MAIL RUNS. Bring your own truck (2021 or newer). Gross $16,000-$18,000/week! Join a carrier that values experienced ...
LOCAL CDL-A TANKER OWNER OPERATOR OPPORTUNITIES! Benefits Include: * Enjoying great pay -Our drivers are seeing compensation like never before. * You'll be home every day. * Always know your daily ...
LOCAL CDL-A TANKER OWNER OPERATOR OPPORTUNITIES! Benefits Include: * Enjoying great pay -Our drivers are seeing compensation like never before. * You'll be home every day. * Always know your daily ...
OWNER-OPERATOR DRIVERS - ALL TRAILER TYPES (1099 Independent Contractor) Now Contracting Owner-Operators Nationwide We are actively contracting motivated Owner-Operator drivers with their own ...
OWNER-OPERATOR DRIVERS - ALL TRAILER TYPES (1099 Independent Contractor) Now Contracting Owner-Operators Nationwide We are actively contracting motivated Owner-Operator drivers with their own ...
OWNER-OPERATOR DRIVERS - ALL TRAILER TYPES (1099 Independent Contractor) Now Contracting Owner-Operators Nationwide We are actively contracting motivated Owner-Operator drivers with their own ...
OWNER-OPERATOR DRIVERS - ALL TRAILER TYPES (1099 Independent Contractor) Now Contracting Owner-Operators Nationwide We are actively contracting motivated Owner-Operator drivers with their own ...
Owner-Operators Needed - Work With Our Freight Dispatch Service - $7,500 to $12,500 gross
Tampa, FL · On-site
$7.5K - $12K/wk
Proven experience as an Owner-Operator * Knowledge of DOT regulations and trucking industry best practices * Strong communication and organizational skills * Self-motivated, reliable, and ready to ...
Owner-Operators Needed - Work With Our Freight Dispatch Service - $7,500 to $12,500 gross
Tampa, FL · On-site
$7.5K - $12K/wk
Proven experience as an Owner-Operator * Knowledge of DOT regulations and trucking industry best practices * Strong communication and organizational skills * Self-motivated, reliable, and ready to ...
Owner-Operators Needed - Work With Our Freight Dispatch Service - $7,500 to $12,500 gross
Tampa, FL · On-site
$7.5K - $12K/wk
Proven experience as an Owner-Operator * Knowledge of DOT regulations and trucking industry best practices * Strong communication and organizational skills * Self-motivated, reliable, and ready to ...
Owner-Operators Needed - Work With Our Freight Dispatch Service - $7,500 to $12,500 gross
Tampa, FL · On-site
$7.5K - $12K/wk
Proven experience as an Owner-Operator * Knowledge of DOT regulations and trucking industry best practices * Strong communication and organizational skills * Self-motivated, reliable, and ready to ...
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Owner-Operators - Maximize Revenue (90% Split)
Tampa, FL · On-site
$3.7K - $5.2K/wk
OWNER-OPERATORS -- KEEP 90% OF EVERY LOAD Jacob's Express LLC * Lakeland, FL You keep 90% -- we only take 10% We keep you loaded -- we've got the lanes Mostly drop & hook -- no touch freight (unless ...
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Owner-Operators - Maximize Revenue (90% Split)
Tampa, FL · On-site
$3.7K - $5.2K/wk
OWNER-OPERATORS -- KEEP 90% OF EVERY LOAD Jacob's Express LLC * Lakeland, FL You keep 90% -- we only take 10% We keep you loaded -- we've got the lanes Mostly drop & hook -- no touch freight (unless ...
CDL-A Owner Operator Truck Driver
Tampa, FL · On-site
$3.0K - $4.0K/wk
CDL-A Owner Operator drivers are needed in Tampa, FL, for contract work. * Job Types: Full-time, Contract * Local lanes ( * Local liquid and hopper lanes * Flexible scheduling (weekend work available)
CDL-A Owner Operator Truck Driver
Tampa, FL · On-site
$3.0K - $4.0K/wk
CDL-A Owner Operator drivers are needed in Tampa, FL, for contract work. * Job Types: Full-time, Contract * Local lanes ( * Local liquid and hopper lanes * Flexible scheduling (weekend work available)
Box Truck Owner Operator OTR
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
NON CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR) - $5,500 - $8,000 Weekly We are seeking committed contractors to run one of the OTR routes available What We Offer: * Weekly gross earnings: $5,500 - $8,000 ...
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Box Truck Owner Operator OTR
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
NON CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR) - $5,500 - $8,000 Weekly We are seeking committed contractors to run one of the OTR routes available What We Offer: * Weekly gross earnings: $5,500 - $8,000 ...
Box Truck Owner Operator OTR
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
NON CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR) - $5,500 - $8,000 Weekly We are seeking committed contractors to run one of the OTR routes available What We Offer: * Weekly gross earnings: $5,500 - $8,000 ...
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Box Truck Owner Operator OTR
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
NON CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR) - $5,500 - $8,000 Weekly We are seeking committed contractors to run one of the OTR routes available What We Offer: * Weekly gross earnings: $5,500 - $8,000 ...
Box Truck Owner-Operator - OTR NON-CDL
Clearwater, FL · On-site
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
Box Truck (Owner-Operator) Experience: Minimum 2 years Description: MML Alliance hires experienced Owner-Operators with a box truck to run Over-the-Road (OTR) across 48 states. If you're an ...
Box Truck Owner-Operator - OTR NON-CDL
Clearwater, FL · On-site
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
Box Truck (Owner-Operator) Experience: Minimum 2 years Description: MML Alliance hires experienced Owner-Operators with a box truck to run Over-the-Road (OTR) across 48 states. If you're an ...
Box Truck Owner-Operator OTR NON-CDL
Clearwater, FL · On-site
$5.5K - $8.0K/yr
Box Truck (Owner-Operator) Experience: Minimum 2 years Description: MML Alliance hires experienced Owner-Operators with a box truck to run Over-the-Road (OTR) across 48 states. If you're an ...
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Box Truck Owner-Operator OTR NON-CDL
Clearwater, FL · On-site
$5.5K - $8.0K/yr
Box Truck (Owner-Operator) Experience: Minimum 2 years Description: MML Alliance hires experienced Owner-Operators with a box truck to run Over-the-Road (OTR) across 48 states. If you're an ...
Box Truck Owner-Operator - OTR NON-CDL
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
Box Truck (Owner-Operator) Experience: Minimum 2 years Description: MML Alliance hires experienced Owner-Operators with a box truck to run Over-the-Road (OTR) across 48 states. If you're an ...
Box Truck Owner-Operator - OTR NON-CDL
$5.5K - $8.0K/wk
Box Truck (Owner-Operator) Experience: Minimum 2 years Description: MML Alliance hires experienced Owner-Operators with a box truck to run Over-the-Road (OTR) across 48 states. If you're an ...
NON-CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR)$6,000 - $8,000 Weekly Gross | No Forced Dispatch | Nationwide Freight We are currently partnering with experienced Non-CDL 24' and 26' Box Truck Owner-Operators ...
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NON-CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR)$6,000 - $8,000 Weekly Gross | No Forced Dispatch | Nationwide Freight We are currently partnering with experienced Non-CDL 24' and 26' Box Truck Owner-Operators ...
NON-CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR)$6,000 - $8,000 Weekly Gross | No Forced Dispatch | Nationwide Freight We are currently partnering with experienced Non-CDL 24' and 26' Box Truck Owner-Operators ...
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NON-CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR)$6,000 - $8,000 Weekly Gross | No Forced Dispatch | Nationwide Freight We are currently partnering with experienced Non-CDL 24' and 26' Box Truck Owner-Operators ...
CDL A Owner Operator Truck Driver
$8.0K - $10K/wk
CRST Specialized Solutions is looking for independent contractor teams (Owner Operators) to haul specialty freight across the country. As a Specialized contractor, you choose your home time, loads ...
CDL A Owner Operator Truck Driver
$8.0K - $10K/wk
CRST Specialized Solutions is looking for independent contractor teams (Owner Operators) to haul specialty freight across the country. As a Specialized contractor, you choose your home time, loads ...
NON CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR) - $5,500 - $8000 Weekly We are seeking committed contractors to run one of the OTR routes available. What We Offer: * Weekly gross earnings: $5,500 - $8000 * 12 ...
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NON CDL Box Truck Owner-Operator (OTR) - $5,500 - $8000 Weekly We are seeking committed contractors to run one of the OTR routes available. What We Offer: * Weekly gross earnings: $5,500 - $8000 * 12 ...
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$546.56 - $1.1K
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How much do owner operator jobs pay per week?
What does an owner operator do?
The term Owner-Operator refers to a trucking professional who owns their truck and drives it as an independent contractor. Many companies hire independent operators to haul goods for them. Using contractors allows construction companies to keep pace with the rise and fall of demand for their products without the overhead cost of maintaining a fleet of vehicles that may be insufficient in one season and excessive in another. Owner-Operators need to hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in the class that allows them to drive their vehicle and have sufficient training in operating and maintaining the machine. They can choose their own schedule and pick which jobs to take.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an owner operator, and why are they important?
Are owner operators making money?
What is an owner operator?
What is the difference between Owner Operator vs Truck Driver?
| Aspect | Owner Operator | Truck Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Commercial Driver's License (CDL), business registration | CDL, basic driving license |
| Work Environment | Own truck, self-managed schedule | Company-owned trucks, set schedules |
| Employer | Self-employed or independent contractor | Employers or carriers |
| Work Flexibility | High, controls own routes and hours | Limited, dictated by employer |
Owner Operators own and operate their trucks, managing their own schedules and business. Truck Drivers typically work for a company, following set routes and schedules. The main difference lies in independence and business ownership, with Owner Operators having more control but also more responsibilities.
What are common challenges owner operators face when managing their own trucking business?

Panther Premium Logistics rating
7.8
Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Put your truck to work with Panther. We have the support, the miles, and the pay you need to succeed in the owner-operator space. Enjoy predictable home time, weekly settlements, 99% no-touch freight, and more. We're with you every step of the way.
New Rate Increase and Sign-On Bonus for 2026!
Panther Premium Logistics is now offering a rate increase for Tractor and Straight Truck Owners. Call now to learn more about this exciting offer while it lasts!
- NEW Sign-On Bonus!
- $5,000 for Solo Truck Owners
Pay & Benefits
Run your own profitable business
Work for yourself, see the country and set your own schedule. As a Panther owner-operator, you'll run under our operating authority while maintaining full control of your business as an independent contract carrier. You'll also gain access to significant cost saving benefits for insurance, trailer fees, fuel and more.
Choose your own loads through our ArcBest truckload board, accept shipment offers with no forced dispatch through our Panther expedite solution, or get assigned scheduled lanes through our Dedicated all-miles paid program - there are plenty of opportunities to keep your truck moving.
Start a rewarding career
- Earn top pay for safe, precise, on-time delivery, and stay as busy as you want
- Set your own schedule
- 99% no-touch, high-value expedite freight
- Weekly settlements
- Access to our driver support team 24/7/365
- We provide a fuel surcharge along with your standard rate per shipment
- Straight truck & cargo van positions available
Requirements
- CDL-A + 6 months minimum experience*
- At least 21 years of age
- No DUI or drug convictions in the last 5 years
- No felonies in the last 10 years
- *No experience necessary for straight trucks or cargo vans
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