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Class A OTR Owner-Operator

Vela Transport LLC is a long established, family owned transportation company, located in Grand Rapids, MI. We are looking for OTR drivers to drive for us.

Here at Vela we understand that Truck Drivers are the backbone of our industry. We never forget that our success as an organization depends upon your success, and we work hard to ensure that our Drivers needs are met. At Vela Transport you are a person and not just a number. Respect and understanding is key to all our interactions.

This position consists of driving your own truck over an established route to deliver products and pick-up products from customers’ places of business.

Majority of work is in midwestern states, but we do business all over the lower 48.

Type of Freight:

• 53 foot Dry Van

• No forced dispatch, go where you want to go.

• No Canada or Mexico loads.

• No touch freight, no hazmat!

• Book your own loads or use our dispatchers.

Compensation:

• Keep 88% of what the load pays!

• Full access to all your rate confirmations.

• Paid every Friday

• Ability to submit BOL online to get paid sooner

• Weekly cash advance

Time off:

• Work on your own schedule!

Other Benefits:

• Fuel cards that work at all major truck stops

• Lease to own program available with no money down (after being employed for at least 6 months)

• Save money by using our in-house repair/tire shop!

• Bring your own trailer or lease one of ours.

• We love pets!

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of cdl experience

• No drug and alcohol violations in the last 2 years

• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues

• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts

• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.

• Report defects, accidents or violations

Skills:

• Proven work experience as a truck driver

• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)

• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly

• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations

• No recent moving or driving violations

• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)

• Valid CDL

For consideration at this family oriented company, offering a competitive compensation package, apply today!