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Independent Contractor Single OTR Driver

Team DriveAway
Cleveland, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/3/2026
Job Description:
Additional Job Description
  • Drivers must arrive on time for all pickup and drop off appointments.
  • Drivers must complete all required paperwork in full when transporting our loads.
  • Drivers may select the loads they want to transport; however, they must remain active by completing 3–5 loads per month.
  • Drivers must maintain accurate, daily DOT logs using the MOTIVE app for the duration of their contract. Paper logs are not accepted.
  • Drivers must check in with their dispatcher at least once per week, even when not currently transporting one of our loads.
  • Same Day Pay is available once all required paperwork and logs are submitted and verified.

  • Pay is per mile fuel surcharge
  • Fuel surcharge based on: Truck type, Load miles, & Weekly national fuel average
  • Drivers typically pay no more than $1.45/gal out of pocket
  • Total pay (including fuel surcharge): $0.90 – $1.35 per mile (varies by load)

Bonus Opportunities:
We offer several bonus programs for qualifying drivers, including:
Referral Bonus
Clean Inspection Bonus
Mileage Bonus
Load Bonus
Safety Bonus
(Eligibility requirements apply)
Position Type
This is an Independent Contractor Driving Position — not a company driver or owner/operator role.
This is an OTR position, not a local or regional driving job.
Job Requirements:
Position Requirements
  • Must hold a Class A or Class B CDL
  • Must have at least 1 full year of verifiable OTR CMV driving experience within the last 3 years.
  • Must maintain clean driving reports and a solid employment history.
  • Must understand DOT HOS rules and regulations and keep accurate, daily DOT logs using the MOTIVE app. - Paper logs are not accepted.
  • Must submit all required paperwork and documents on time.
  • Must demonstrate strong communication skills and maintain weekly contact with your dispatcher, even when not actively transporting for us.
  • Must arrive on time for all pickup and delivery appointments.
  • Must maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times.

Position Type
This is an Independent Contractor Driving Positionnot a company driver or owner/operator role.
This is an OTR position, not a local or regional driving job.
Wage Range: 1.10 - 1.45 per mile
General Description of Benefits: 1099 Position - No Benefits Available

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