Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details
Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Forward Air

CDL-A Owner Operators. Job in Golden Gr8Jobs

Career Insights for Owner Operator Truck Driver

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Colorado data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

An Owner Operator Truck Driver drives large trucks that are owned and operated by the truck drivers themselves or small businesses made up of truck drivers.

$83,590 / year median in Colorado

-2% projected decline

Explore Career

Job Description

Forward Air is seeking experienced CDL-A Owner Operators to support our nationwide, asset-light freight network. Haul expedited LTL and truckload freight for retail, e-commerce, and industrial customers across North America. Enjoy consistent volumes, no-touch or minimal-touch freight, and strong back-office support so you can focus on safe, on-time deliveries. Our performance-driven, safety-focused culture rewards reliability and professionalism, with opportunities to grow your business in a fast-paced logistics environment. Partner with Forward Air and join a team that values teamwork, initiative, and operational excellence. Responsibilities Operate and maintain CDL-A tractor safely and professionally Transport expedited LTL and truckload freight on time Comply with all
FMCSA/DOT
regulations and company safety standards Use ELDs to maintain accurate logs and documentation Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections Coordinate with dispatch for load planning and routing Protect freight integrity and follow proper securement procedures Communicate effectively with customers and operations teams Manage fuel, tolls, and operating costs as an independent contractor Uphold Forward Air's service, reliability, and performance standards Required Skills CDL-A truck driving Trip planning Electronic logs (ELD) Freight securement
FMCSA/DOT
compliance Time management Basic vehicle inspection Route optimization Customer communication Safety procedures