Owner Operators

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Compensation

You choose the package that fits you right. You will find that both are very competitive with industry offerings.

Load Miles @ $1.20 per mile and Empty Miles @ $.90 per mile

Or you can choose 75% of gross haul

Fuel Surcharge is paid to the operator in addition to the rates above.

Advantages

We pay for all liability insurance
Terminals in Buffalo Lake, MN and WIldwood, FL
A superior fuel surcharge matrix
Discounted License Plates
100% Paid lumpers
75% of stop pay
Bobtail and physical damage insurance available
Year round rider program with insurance
Every company claims open door policy, but we are actively involved in your success.
One-on-one dispatch
Weekly settlements
Direct deposit
One of the lowest cost fuel networks in the industry! Every penny of discount passed to the operator.
Cash Advances

Expenses covered by the Contractor

Fuel taxes (we calculate and file for you, you just pay!)
Federal Highway Use Tax ($550 annually, we can help you if needed!)
Overweight tickets / scale tickets
All maintenance and related items
Collision and bobtail insurance (offered through Kottke Trucking)
Workman’s Compensation: If owner has hired driver, a $1 million dollar policy is required
We recommend Occupational death & dismemberment
Reserve account of $30 per week with $1500 cap for cargo damage, claims to trailer, etc

Qualifications

Minimum age of 23.
Must have valid Class A commercial driver’s license
Recent OTR experience
Must pass DOT physical and drug screen
Safe driving record:
- No serious traffic violations.
- No patterns of irresponsible driving habits.

Hiring Area:

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Become a part of the Kottke Trucking family by joining our owner operator fleet today!