🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Atlanta, Georgia
- Route type: Southeast / East Coast / Midwest Regional & OTR
- Freight: 53' Dry Van retail, consumer goods, packaging, e-commerce
- Schedule: No forced dispatch • Driver choice of loads
- Avg Weekly Miles: 2,500–3,200 depending on home time preference
📋 Job Description
- Accept and execute dry van loads through electronic dispatch platform with Samsara ELD updates.
- Perform drop-and-hook operations at Atlanta area distribution centers and Southeast retail docks.
- Complete 85-90% no-touch freight while managing live load/unload when required on spot market runs.
- Coordinate with 24/7 dispatch for rate negotiations and reload planning across balanced freight lanes.
- Run 2,500–3,200 miles weekly on Southeast and Midwest corridors while maintaining ELD compliance.
- Secure loads, verify seals, and submit mobile documents for weekly settlements.
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
2+ years verifiable tractor-trailer experience required
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record with no recent serious violations
Physical
Able to secure loads, couple/uncouple, and perform pre/post-trip inspections
Equipment
Own 2015+ sleeper tractor (Freightliner Cascadia, Volvo VNL, Peterbilt 579, or Kenworth T680 preferred)
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Owner-supplied sleeper tractor under carrier authority with trailer pool access
- Fleet average age: Driver-controlled 2015+ models with modern safety packages
- Features: Samsara or Motive ELD, electronic logging, real-time tracking required
- Transmission type: Automatic preferred for efficiency on regional and OTR runs
- Maintenance program: Hybrid model with national network discounts and mobile repair options
🏠 Home Time
- Dispatch releases trucks after final delivery and reload planning based on chosen operating style.
- Freight cycles from Atlanta distribution hubs allow weekend returns for Southeast regional preference.
- Drivers select loads to support home every 10-14 days on extended regional or 2-3 weeks on OTR.
- Weekend rotations adjust around retail replenishment waves and peak e-commerce demand periods.
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Atlanta Distribution Center → Charlotte Retail Network → I-85 North
- Atlanta DC → Jacksonville Fulfillment → I-75 South
- Atlanta → Nashville → Chicago Area → I-24 / I-65 / I-57
- Atlanta → Dallas-Fort Worth → I-20 West
- McDonough Warehouse → Indianapolis → I-75 / I-65 North
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What experience is needed for this owner operator position?
2+ years verifiable tractor-trailer experience is required along with ownership of a qualifying 2015+ sleeper tractor.
How much weekly gross revenue can I expect?
Average $5,500–$8,500 gross per week with top performers exceeding $9,000 during strong freight cycles.
What is the home time flexibility?
Drivers choose Southeast regional (home weekends), extended regional (every 10-14 days), or OTR (every 2-3 weeks) based on load selection.
Is the freight mostly no-touch?
Yes, 85-90% is no-touch drop-and-hook with live load/unload options available on select runs.
What equipment requirements exist?
2015 or newer Freightliner, Volvo, Peterbilt or Kenworth sleeper with Samsara/Motive ELD and collision mitigation preferred.
Are there any forced dispatch requirements?
No forced dispatch. Drivers review and accept available freight through the electronic platform daily.
💼 Career Opportunities
Atlanta remains one of the strongest dry van markets in the Southeast due to its central location at the crossroads of I-75, I-85, and I-20. Owner operators in this program gain access to consistent retail, consumer packaged goods, and e-commerce freight moving to major markets across the Southeast, Midwest, and East Coast. Drivers start by running preferred lanes from Atlanta distribution hubs and can progress by building dedicated lane relationships or expanding into multi-truck operations. The carrier provides strong back-office support including weekly settlements, fuel discounts, and 24/7 dispatch assistance while allowing full operational independence. Many experienced owner operators use this platform to stabilize earnings before scaling their fleets or transitioning into specialized freight segments. The combination of high freight volume, balanced reload opportunities, and flexible home time creates a sustainable path for long-term success in the Atlanta market.
🔗 CDL-A Owner Operator Dry Van Driver – Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta’s position as the Southeast’s premier distribution hub drives consistent dry van freight opportunities for owner operators. This role offers $5,500–$8,500 average weekly gross revenue with access to high-volume retail and consumer goods loads originating from warehouse corridors in South Atlanta, McDonough, and along the I-285 perimeter. Drivers operate their own 2015+ sleeper tractors under carrier authority with 53' dry van trailers in a flexible environment featuring no forced dispatch. Primary freight includes e-commerce, packaging materials, and automotive components moving on balanced lanes to Charlotte, Nashville, Jacksonville, Dallas, and Chicago. With 85-90% no-touch freight, strong fuel surcharge recovery, and multiple home time options, this opportunity delivers operational control and realistic earning potential in one of the most active dry van markets in the country. Weekly mileage typically ranges from 2,500 to 3,200 depending on chosen regional or OTR preference.
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