Independent Contractor - Owner Operator

Victoria Logistics Carrier • Bellingham, WA

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About The Position

VICTORIA LOGISTICS CARRIER is seeking Sprinter and Cargo Van owner-operators to work under a written independent contractor agreement. The company offers a large number of loads, personalized load selection based on driver preferences, and the opportunity to negotiate rates with dispatchers. Dispatchers have more than 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 Sprinter rates are $1.25–$1.55 per mile. Payments are made within 3–5 business days; quick pay is available for a 3% fee. The stated workdays are Monday through Friday. The posting gives a minimum average monthly salary of $8,000 or more, depending on vehicle, willingness to work, payload, and whether the driver has a Hazmat certificate or TSA/TWIC credentials. The company does not hire company drivers.

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 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.
• Sprinter vehicles must be no older than model year 2016.
• Vehicles must have at least four straps and PPE.
• Remove all decals from the vehicle.
• Provide vehicle registration and insurance.
• Execute a written independent contractor agreement as an owner-operator.

Nice To Haves

• Russian language skills; the company also hires Russian speakers.
• Hazmat certificate or TSA/TWIC credentials, which may affect earnings.

Responsibilities

• Provide and operate an eligible Sprinter or Cargo Van as an owner-operator.
• Register with and receive approval from VICTORIA LOGISTICS CARRIER before accepting company loads.
• Provide vehicle registration and insurance.
• Inform the company before putting the vehicle on the road if changes are made to it.
• Communicate load preferences so dispatchers can offer suitable loads.

Benefits

• Large number of loads.
• Rates may be negotiated with dispatchers.
• Personalized load offers based on driver preferences.
• Payment within 3–5 business days.
• Quick pay available for a 3% fee.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed