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CDL A Independent Contractor Driver

ACA Truck Leasing
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/13/2026

Real Miles! Real Money! No games or gimmicks! This opportunity contains proven facts, not what most companies think you want to hear, only to be disappointed when you work for them. We have 3 (1099 contractor) options for you to choose from. Dry van or 3-vehicle step-deck trailer options, pulling light weight freight with no waiting hours on end to get loaded and unloaded.

Option 1: Rental Program

  • Full service lease – we maintain the truck for a modest cost per mile (12-13 cents)

  • Rent: $950 - $1,080 per week depending on year/make/model/specs

  • 2023 – 2025 Tractors: Mostly Kenworths and Petebilts, 12-13 speed auto and manual

  • Trucks equipped with APU/EPU, inverter, fridge/freezer, TV mount, microwave cabinet

  • Ability to transition into a lease purchase unit in as little as 6 months

Option 2: Lease Purchase

  • Full service lease – we maintain the truck for a modest cost per mile (18-20 cents)

  • Lease: $700 - $1,000 per week depending on year/make/model/specs

  • 2 – 5 year terms with low down payment and buyout

  • Extended warranty for the life of the lease (engine, aftertreatment, trans/rears, plus)

  • 2023 – 2025 Various makes and models with 12-13 speed auto and manual transmission

  • Trucks equipped with APU/EPU, inverter, fridge/freezer, TV mount, microwave cabinet

Option 3: Contract Driver

  • 3,000 – 3,500 miles per week, paid at 65 cents per mile

  • You only pay for Occupational Accident Insurance

  • No carrier fees or other costs to you!

Carrier Fees (Rental or Lease Purchase)

  • $95 per week – Period!

  • No trailer fees or any other crazy fees

Dry Van Trailer

  • Light automotive loads drop-n-hook

  • 3,000 – 3,500 miles per week

  • $2.00 per mile on all miles

  • Weekly average take home pay $1,800 - $2,200

  • Spartanburg, SC to upper Midwest (mainly MI, WI) back to Spartanburg

  • 10-14 days out minimum

Modified Step-Deck

  • Light loads – 3 vehicle trailers

  • No chains or tarps, just straps

  • 3,000 – 3,500 miles per week

  • Average $2.45 per mile on all miles

  • Weekly average take home pay $2,800 - $3,200

  • Spartanburg, SC to lower 48 states (excluding NE) back to Spartanburg

  • 14 days out minimum

Qualifications

  • Valid Class-A CDL with a good MVR and PSP

  • Minimum of 2 years Tractor-Trailer experience

  • No DUI, careless or reckless driving violations within past 5 years

  • No electronic handheld device violations

  • No Felonies (minor offenses will be reviewed

  • Unable to accept SAP drivers

Salary : $1,800 - $2,200

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