Quality Loads + High Payouts PLUS Consistent Lanes.
CALLING ALL OWNER OPERATORS
If you re an owner-operator, working with Smith Transportation provides quality loads with high payouts. Our dedicated customer base within the Midwest and continual reach throughout the entire US ensures you are always running. We provide all our owner-operators with the following benefits:
- 70% of Gross Revenue
- Flexible Hours
- Fuel Discount Programs
- Pet Policy
- Referral Bonuses
- No Forced Dispatch
- New model utility trailers with thermo king reefer units
Smith Transportation knows you have several variable costs while on the road. We strive to provide you with the loads and locations that make the most sense for you. If interested, apply through the link below
To qualify with Smith Transportation Inc., you must meet the following criteria:
- Meet all Federal Motor Carrier Qualifications (which includes, but are not limited to, FMCSR part 391).
Have a valid Commercial Driver License with proper endorsements in state of residence and have no current license suspension or revocation. A work permit is never acceptable. (See FMCSR parts 383 and 391).
No convictions for a "serious or disqualifying traffic violation" within the last three (3) years. (See FMCSR parts 382, 391, 392 and 397) A "serious or disqualifying traffic violation" includes the following:
- Excessive speeding, involving any single offense for any speed of 15 m.p.h. or more above the posted speed limit.
- Reckless driving, as defined by state or local law or regulation, including but not limited to the offense of driving a motor vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property.
- Improper or erratic lane changes.
- Following the vehicle ahead too closely.
- Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
- Hit and run, leaving the scene of an accident, or failure to report an accident.
- Violating a State or local law or ordinance prohibiting texting while driving a motor vehicle.
- Violating a State or local law or ordinance restricting or prohibiting the use of a hand-held mobile device while driving.
No more than four (4) moving violations in the past 36 months, and no more than two (2) moving violations in the previous 12 months.
Have no preventable accidents involving a fatality, bodily injuries treated away from the scene, or disabling damage to a motor vehicle within three years.
Have a minimum of two (2) years experience operating tractor/trailer equipment.
Must be at least 23 years old.
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