Independent Contractor - Nationwide Freight

Victoria Logistics Carrier • Edinburg, TX

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About The Position

VICTORIA LOGISTICS CARRIER is seeking Sprinter and cargo van owner-operators for nationwide freight under a written independent contractor agreement. The company does not hire company drivers. Owner-operators can discuss rates with dispatchers and receive loads tailored to their preferences. The posting describes a large number of available loads and says dispatchers have more than four years of experience and broker contacts.

Rates listed 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 working days are Monday through Friday. The posting gives a minimum average monthly salary of $8,000 or more, depending on the vehicle, willingness to work, payload, and Hazmat or TSA/TWIC credentials.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Russian language ability.
• Hazmat certificate or TSA/TWIC credentials; these are mentioned as factors affecting potential monthly earnings.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed