CDL Lease Purchase/Owner Operator Driver

Premier Transportation is hiring CDL Lease Purchase/Owner Operator Drivers to support our Transportation & Logistics operations. As an independent driver, you'll haul freight for a trusted, solution-focused carrier using state-of-the-art technology and reliable freight lanes. You'll manage your own business with lease purchase options, steady miles, and strong back-office support. Our inclusive culture values safety, teamwork, and growth, offering competitive earnings, weekly settlements, and comprehensive benefits so you can build long-term success on the road.

Responsibilities

• Operate CDL equipment safely hauling regional and OTR freight
• Maintain accurate ELD logs and DOT-compliant documentation
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and basic truck maintenance checks
• Manage lease purchase responsibilities and fuel/expense budgeting
• Communicate professionally with dispatch, customers, and dock personnel
• Ensure on-time pickups and deliveries while following route plans
• Adhere to all FMCSA, DOT, and company safety policies
• Represent Premier Transportation's service standards with professionalism

Required Skills

• CDL-A truck operation
• FMCSA/DOT compliance
• ELD usage and logging
• Trip planning and routing
• Freight securement
• Preventive truck maintenance
• Time management
• Basic business/owner-operator accounting
• Customer service
• Safety and defensive driving