Regional Truck Driver: 99% no-touch, 1099 options

Regional Truck Driver: 99% no-touch, 1099 options

Houston, United States

Company
Dart Transit
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
200K a year
Posted
3 days ago
Via
Indeed
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Job Description
Contracting CDL-A Truck Drivers
• CONTRACTORS EARN BIG - Top drivers gross $200,000+ per year
• MORE MILES, LESS FUSS - 99% no-touch freight
• BECOME YOUR OWN BOSS - Attractive lease program options

Lease Driver Job Details
• Earn like an owner from day one. Top lease drivers gross $200,000+ per year, earning $1.12/mi loaded + FSC and $1.07/mi empty + FSC with steady, easy freight to keep your business moving.
• Build your business without the risk. Go all-in toward ownership with our lease purchase program, or limit risks with our lease operator model. Get ownership-style earning power with lower upfront costs, no plate fees, no service fees, and no out-of-pocket repair bills on all-inclusive leases.
• Start with confidence - $0 down, no credit check. Step into ownership with no financial barriers and predictable payments.
• Affordable weekly payments keep you profitable. Expect reasonable weekly payments - $550 or less - plus a $1 balloon payment at lease completion, keeping your early costs low while you build your business.
• Run easier, earn steadier. Enjoy 99% no-touch freight, competitive accessorial pay, strong Hazmat pay, and bonuses-including a $2,000 maintenance bonus for new contractors, the Dart Diamond Rewards annual bonus and a $3,000 referral bonus.

All pay & bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details. There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Driver Requirements
• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 23 years of age
• 1 year CDL-A OTR exp. in the last 3 years

Reference Number: 123000097-030326
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for heavy truck drivers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is $59,400 as of May 2026. The 10th percentile earns $42,000 annually, while the 90th percentile reaches $79,800. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours per week under the FLSA.
Q What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as truck drivers in the US in 2026?
Nonimmigrant foreign workers can apply for H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural driver jobs, with a statutory cap of 66,000 visas for FY2026. U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required for most interstate CDL positions. Submit Form I-129 to USCIS with labor certification from DOL.
Q What are the eligibility requirements for getting a CDL for driver jobs?
Applicants must be at least 21 years old for interstate driving, 18 for intrastate, and able to read English-speaking regulations. No formal education is required, but a valid non-CDL driver's license and passing a DOT medical exam valid for 24 months are mandatory. Background checks for disqualifying offenses like DUI are conducted.
Q What documents and steps are needed to apply for a commercial driver's license?
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency, Social Security card, two proofs of residency, and a DOT medical examiner's certificate. Apply at state DMV with fees of $50 to $100, pass written exams ($15 each), and skills test ($100-$200). Complete 20-160 hours of training from an FMCSA-registered school costing $4,000-$8,000.
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