What You Actually EarnNo fine print
$0.70–$0.75 per mile, or 30% of gross — your call. 1099 independent contractor, dry van, no touch freight, OTR only, plus a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Here's the detail behind the headline numbers.
Pick your pay plan
$0.70–$0.75/mi
Line by line
Solo OTR pay, in full
| Item | Solo OTR |
|---|---|
| Classification | 1099 contractor |
| Plan A | $0.70 – $0.75/mile |
| Plan B | 30% of gross |
| Routes | OTR only, no dedicated lanes |
| Home time | 2–3 weeks, standard OTR |
| Freight | Dry van, no touch |
| Equipment | Assigned, automatic sleeper with APU |
| Settlement | Weekly, direct deposit |
| Sign-on bonus | $2,000 total |
The $2,000 sign-on bonus pays out over your first several settlements once you're on the road.
Beyond the cents-per-mile
What rides along with the pay
- Weekly direct deposit
- Paid orientation at the Lemont, IL yard
- Safety bonus program
- Fuel bonus program
- Rider program
- Pet-friendly policy
- A dedicated dispatcher, 24/7
- Standard OTR home time: 2–3 weeks out
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
Before you sign anywhere
Ask every recruiter these
A rate per mile on its own doesn't tell you much. Before you accept any offer — ours included — get straight answers to these:
- What are the actual average weekly miles — not the advertised ceiling?
- Are paid miles practical routes or the short ones?
- What accessorial pay is offered — detention, layover, stop-off?
- 1099 contractor or W-2 employee?
- What comes out of your check before it ever hits your account?
A recruiter willing to answer plainly is worth more than one waving around a bigger number. Talk to a recruiter.
Common questions
Pay FAQ
Every week, straight to your bank by direct deposit — same day, every time.
Ready to roll?
Fill out the short form and a recruiter calls you back — usually the same day.