Owner Operator Driver - up to $7k / wk (Newark)

Tennessee Steel Haulers Inc.
Newark, NJ

Contracting CDL-A Owner Operators

  • RUN YOUR BUSINESS. KEEP MORE OF IT. - Earn 75% of linehaul + 100% FSC
  • REAL FREIGHT. REAL FREEDOM. - No forced dispatch, book the loads you want
  • STRONG WEEKS. SOLID HOME TIME. - Home weekly in most areas

Why Drive for Tennessee Steel Haulers?

Tennessee Steel Haulers is built by owner operators, for owner operators. We are a 100% owner-operator company that believes drivers should have control over their freight, their schedule, and their earnings.

Here, you're not answering to forced dispatch or chasing empty promises. You're booking quality customer freight, getting paid fast, and backed by a support team that understands what it takes to run a successful flatbed operation.

Owner Operator Job Overview

  • High earning potential, paid the right way. Top owner operators net up to $3,000 per week , with average gross earnings ranging from $5,000-$7,000 per week , depending on freight and lanes.
  • Strong percentage pay that adds up. Earn 75% of linehaul , plus 100% fuel surcharge , tarping pay, stop pay, and detention pay - so every part of the job is compensated.
  • Freedom to book the freight that works for you. No forced dispatch. Choose from a variety of flatbed freight lanes and run the loads that make the most sense for your operation.
  • Home time that stays reasonable. Enjoy weekly home time in most areas, giving you the balance to keep earning without staying out endlessly.

Bonuses, Support & Perks

  • Limited-time sign-on bonus. Owner Operators can earn a $5,000 sign-on bonus for a limited time - talk to a recruiter for details.
  • Fast pay and financial flexibility. Same-day settlements on delivered loads, plus fuel discounts, EFS fuel cards, and in-cab scanning to keep cash flowing smoothly.
  • Operator-focused support. Work with a dedicated driver support specialist, earn $2,000 referral bonuses, and qualify for clean inspection and driver-of-the-month incentives.
  • Affordable operating costs. Take advantage of a weekly deduction program covering trucks, trailers, tags, insurance, and equipment - designed to keep your expenses predictable.

*Pay varies by route, location, and performance.
**There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Driver Requirements

  • Valid CDL A license
  • 1 year or more OTR driving experience (not local)
  • 6 months or more Flatbed driving experience
  • Drivers in the SAP program within the last 5 years are not eligible

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: On the road

Reference Number: 231800057-030426

Posted 2026-04-03

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