Earn more revenue as an independent contractor. Get started to see if you qualify.
Do you still have questions? Have a recruiter contact you.
Prime offers owner-operator trucking jobs. As a Prime independent contractor driver (also known as owner-operator drivers), you’ll be paid a percentage of every freight bill. Independent contractors enjoy more revenue, and earnings aren’t limited by cents per mile or company longevity. You have more control over when you run, where you run, and how much you make.
At Prime, it’s simple to become your own boss and earn more with owner-operator trucking jobs. Prime offers affordable programs to get you into your own truck and ensure guaranteed pay for the first 3 weeks of working for Prime, including orientation.
Prime’s Success Leasing program offers an affordable way for independent contractor drivers to lease their own tractor and start their own business with a no money down and no credit check policy. The Success Leasing program provides owner-operator drivers with state-of-the-art equipment and a selection of new and pre-owned tractors. Prime’s inventory includes the latest models of Freightliner, Peterbilt, and international tractors. We also offer a selection of quality used semi-trailers including reefers, tankers, and flatbeds. Visit the Success Leasing website for more details. Looking for a used Prime truck or trailer? Visit Pedigree Truck & Trailer Sales to buy quality used trucks and trailers.
Prime’s Start Right program guarantees independent contractor drivers with at least 6 months of recent tractor trailer experience earn $1,000/week in gross minimum pay for the first 3 weeks of working for Prime, including orientation. Contact a recruiter for more information and to see if you qualify for the Start Right program.
Independent contractors at Prime get paid more. Drivers earn a percentage of each freight bill they carry. Percentages vary based on driving division.
Independent contractors hauling refrigerated trailers earn 72% of the freight bill.
Independent contractors hauling flatbed trailers earn 72% of each freight bill.
Independent contractors hauling tanker trailers earn 71% of each freight bill.
To lease with Prime, there are some qualifications you must meet. These are the same for all Prime drivers.
An affirmative answer to the questions regarding criminal record will not automatically result in the denial of employment. An applicant’s criminal record will be evaluated based on the job for which the applicant has applied.
Following the successful completion of Prime’s orientation program, applicants must carry and present one or more of the following documents in addition to their CDL:
Applicants should also be prepared to apply for a TWIC card if they do not already possess one.
Whether you’re a new or experienced driver, Prime has a place for you. To start leasing immediately, you must have a CDL and 6 months of recent tractor trailer experience.
New drivers start as company drivers with Prime. After completion of the training program, they are eligible to upgrade to a lease or company truck. Contact a recruiter for more details.
Experienced truck drivers start getting paid their very first week. Don’t miss a beat in your transition to Prime. Earn $1,000/week for the first 3 weeks as a lease driver for Prime, including orientation.
Leasing with Prime has its perks. Take advantage of our high-tech equipment, discounts and rewards programs.
With Prime’s Success Leasing program, start leasing your truck with no down payment or credit check.
Due to Prime’s buying power, independent contractors receive significant discounts at thousands of fuel stops and tire and repair locations across the country.
All of Prime’s trucks lead in technology, comfort and safety. Trucks come with sensor tracs, lane deviation warning system, trailer tracs and more.
As an independent contractor, you have more freedom when it comes to customizing your truck. The options for colors and decals are endless.
Prime rewards ongoing service. We’ll pay up to $1,500/year in incentives for each year you stay with Prime.
Owner-operator truck drivers may choose to become a CDL instructor or trainer. This will earn you more money as well as the opportunity to give back to new drivers.
I came to Prime through the PSD program. After eight months of experience, I left to go local, but I didn’t find any good-paying jobs. So I came back to Prime because the lease program is pretty good. It gives you the option to walk away, and you make good money doing something.
Kent Adkins, Independent Contractor
Once you decide to be an independent contractor, meet with the Leasing Office to put your name on a list for a truck or to browse through the available truck inventory.
Speak to the Leasing Office about a truck you’re interested in. The Leasing Office will give you the maintenance records for the truck, and you can test drive it around the yard.
Once you decide to purchase a truck, you must fill out the inspection paperwork and submit it to Bay 47. Bay 47 will work on any issues that need to be addressed with the truck.
Prime will draw up your contract once you decide you want the truck in a business entity or in your name. You will then review and sign the contract to legally take ownership of the truck.