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Empire National Inc.

Semi Truck Owner-Operator CDL Class A | OTR

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Smiths Station, AL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver specializes in long distance routes, often away for days or even weeks at a time. Sometimes also referred to as Long Haul drivers. Commonly paid in cents per mile driven.

$67,039 / year median in Alabama

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

We are currently hiring experienced CDL Class A Owner-Operators!

Position:

Independent Contractor (1099).

Equipment:

Semi Truck.

Pay:

90% of the Gross Rate. Fast Direct Deposit. Weekly Settlements.

What We Offer:

1099 Independent Contractor position. Fast direct deposit. Competitive load pay. $100 Clean DOT Inspection Bonus. Referral Bonus for qualifying referrals. Optional trailer rental available. ELD and operational support. Opportunities for experienced Owner-Operators.

Minimum Requirements:

Valid Class A CDL. Valid Medical Card. At least 2 years of verifiable CDL driving experience. Minimum 23 years old. Valid smartphone with data and ability to provide high-quality documentation/photos. Reasonably clean MVR and PSP. No major violations within the last 36 months. No DUI in the last 5 years. Must not be prohibited in the DOT Clearinghouse. Negative drug test required. No recent or major convictions on criminal background check. Reefer equipment must generally be 10 years old or newer.

Compensation & Fees:

Owner-Operators are compensated as independent contractors (1099) . A 10% dispatch fee applies after the first 6 months.

Optional Trailer Rental Dry Van:

10% of gross load. Minimum $800. Maximum $1,300.

Reefer:

$1,500/month. Plus reefer-hour and mileage charges as applicable.

Important:

A refundable security deposit is required. Additional deductions may apply depending on equipment, insurance, permits, tolls, trailer rental and optional services.

Contact Us:

Office:

(828) 537-1554 Ext. 507

Direct Line:

(980) 427-2772 Interested in becoming an Owner-Operator with us? Apply today to learn more about available opportunities and our complete compensation package.