Independent Contractor - Sprinter/Cargo Van Owner Operator

Victoria Logistics Carrier•Compton, CA

About The Position

VICTORIA LOGISTICS CARRIER is hiring Sprinter and cargo van owner-operators under a written independent contractor agreement. The company does not hire company drivers. Owner-operators may negotiate rates with dispatchers and receive load offers tailored to their preferences. The posting describes a large number of available loads and dispatchers with at least four years of experience and broker contacts. Advertised rates for Sprinters are $0.85–$1.35 per mile for long miles in good areas and $0.85–$1.10 per mile for long miles in bad areas. Canada rates are $1.25–$1.55 per mile. Payment is made within 3–5 business days; quick pay is available for a 3% fee. The stated days range is Monday–Friday. The posting gives a minimum average monthly salary of $8,000 or more, dependent on the vehicle, willingness to work, payload, and Hazmat certificate or TSA/TWIC credentials.

Requirements

Own a Sprinter or cargo van.
Be a U.S. citizen, resident, green card holder, or holder of work authorization.
The owner-operator and any drivers must be at least 21 years old.
The owner-operator and any drivers must be able to speak, understand, and read basic English.
Have at least 6 months of driving experience.
Sprinter vehicles must be model year 2016 or newer.
Vehicles must have at least 4 straps and PPE.
Remove all decals from the vehicle.
Provide vehicle registration and insurance.
All drivers must be approved, accepted, and registered with VICTORIA LOGISTICS CARRIER before accepting a load.

Nice To Haves

Russian language ability is accommodated; the company also hires Russian speakers.
Hazmat certificate or TSA/TWIC credentials may affect the stated monthly earnings.

Responsibilities

Operate as an owner-operator under a written independent contractor agreement.
Use a personally owned Sprinter or cargo van to accept and transport loads.
Register with and obtain approval and acceptance from VICTORIA LOGISTICS CARRIER before accepting company loads.
Tell the company about vehicle changes before putting the vehicle on the road.
Provide vehicle registration and insurance.
Coordinate load preferences with dispatchers.