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Local Owner Operator Truck Driver - Home Daily

806 Meads Court, Chesapeake, VA 23323

Top Owner Operators average $170,000 - $200,000 per year + FSC Paid Off Gross
Earn $4,000 Gross Weekly + a percentage-based fuel surcharge
Fuel Surcharge: You're covered with a surcharge paid off gross (% of load), protecting you from fluctuating fuel costs
Additional Earnings: Paid bobtail, chassis splits, waiting time, Hazmat, and overweight loads
Settlement: Weekly payments to keep your cash flow steady
Bonuses: Sign-on, referral, and safety bonuses to reward your commitment and performance
Routes: Local routes in the greater Norfolk area combined with regional out-and-back routes, offering flexibility and stability
Home Time: Enjoy being home daily with a mixture of local and regional runs along with a 5-day work week
Level of Touch: 92% of our freight is drop and hook, minimizing load/unload times and boosting efficiency.

Consistent Freight: Steady work ensures you’re always on the move
Pre-Dispatched Daily: Advanced scheduling to keep your routes predictable and your time managed effectively
Private Chassis: Access to our fleet for more control and reliability
Low Deductions: Average deductions around $200, keeping more money in your pocket
Plate Program Available: Simplify your operations
Fuel Discounts: Significant savings with our fuel card and discount programs. Fuel anywhere using Comdata with multiple fuel discount options
Truck Parking: Free parking available for your convenience
24/7 Dispatch: Around-the-clock support to keep you on the move
Top Technology: Utilize our custom-built GWI Move app for driver messaging, document uploads, and fast dispatch communication
Non-Forced Dispatch: Maintain the freedom to choose your loads.

Must have valid Class A CDL
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must have 1 year of verifiable CDL-A driving experience within the last 10 years
No more than 2 moving violations or 2 preventable accidents within the last 2 years OR a combination of moving violations and accidents cannot exceed 3 within the last 2 years
Must be able to pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen with no prior positive drug or alcohol testing or refusals in a DOT regulated testing program
Truck must be registered with GPA
Sleeper or Double Axle Day cab. No truck year requirement, but it must pass an inspection
Operate under Gulf Winds authority.