Benefits of Solo Trucking
- Added Independence: Solo truck drivers have a high degree of independence, making decisions about routes, rest breaks and daily routines.
- Flexible Schedule: Solo drivers often have flexibility in their schedule in choosing routes and stops, advantageous in changing conditions.
- Professional Growth: With no co-driver, solo truck drivers take on greater responsibility for their trips, which can lead to increased confidence to drive longer, more complicated routes.
Brakebush Transportation: Your Ideal Solo Truck Driving Career
Family-owned since 1925, we specialize in nationwide poultry product transportation with premier opportunities for independent truck drivers. As a private, driver-focused carrier, we deliver what solo truck drivers want:
- Top-Tier Solo Truck Driver Pay with Performance Bonuses
- Consistent Weekly Home Time
- Comfort-Equipped Late Model Trucking Fleet
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Flexible Routes with No Forced Dispatch
- 99 Years of Stable, Driver-First Operations
We reinvest profits directly into our drivers, not shareholders. For solo truck drivers seeking a rewarding career, Brakebush Transportation is your destination.
Pay Rate:
- Base Rate: $.60 per Practical Mile
- Plus Performance Incentive: $.05 per Practical Mile
- Plus Per Diem: $.05 per Practical Mile
- East Coast Premium: $.10 per Practical Mile
- Paid Weekly
+ To qualify with Brakebush Transportation, you must meet the following criteria:
- Must have 2 years verifiable OTR Experience
- Must be 23 years of age or older
- Must meet all DOT requirements and qualifications
+ Bonuses:
- $15 per hour detention pay after two hours
- $15 per hour layover pay with a 24 - hour maximum of $165
- Quarterly Safety Bonus: up to $.01 per Practical Miles
- Quarterly Fuel Mileage Bonus: top achievers generally earn more than $500.00 per quarter
- PC Miles Bonus: up to $.01 per Practical Mile
- Annual Safety Bonus: After driving 250,000 safely, drivers can receive an additional $.001 per mile for all safe driving miles driven in their career at the company.
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Benefits:
Brakebush received National Health Care Award for 2019 by the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions
Health Insurance Health Saving plan & FLEX plan available
Life Insurance Basic term - company will provide coverage of $25,000 with option to purchase more
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
DOT Physical Reimbursement
Wellness Center for employees and family on medical plan
Paid Benefit Time (Vacation/Sick Days) 0 - 2 years: 13 days/yr
2 - 10 years: 18 days/yr
10 - 18 years: 23 days/yr
18+ years: 28 days/yr
401k - Company match
Holiday Pay Ten paid holidays per calendar year
Optional add-ons: Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability & Illness Plan
Long Term Disability & Illness Plan
Trucking Jobs for Military Veterans
Searching for a rewarding career on the road? Brakebush is honored to employ veterans from across the country. Apply online to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions on Solo Trucking
What is solo trucking?
Solo trucking is a type of truck driving job where a single truck driver operates a commercial vehicle independently. Done without a co-driver or team member, Solo trucking refers to a type of truck driving job where a single truck driver operates a commercial vehicle independently, without a co-driver or team member. In solo trucking, the driver is solely responsible for all aspects of the trip, including driving, navigation, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with transportation regulations. This mode of trucking offers drivers a high degree of independence and control over their journeys.
Is it better to drive solo or team?
The choice between solo and team truck driving depends on a person’s preferences and career goals. Solo truck driving offers greater independence and control over one's schedule but may lead to extended periods of solitude on the road. Team truck driving on the other hand can provide shared responsibilities, faster deliveries, and companionship but may require coordination and compromise with a co-driver.
How do I prepare for solo truck driving?
Typically you would need to obtain your CDL license, gain experience with hauls and have strong time management and navigation skills.
Is solo truck driving lonely?
Some drivers may find it isolating, but staying connected through calls, podcasts or audiobooks helps.
What challenges might I face as a solo truck driver?
Typically you may face longer hours driving without a partner to share the workload. You will have to manage rest stops and safety alone. Lastly, balancing work-life responsibilities is important to our drivers.
Can I transition from team driving to solo driving?
Yes! Many drivers transition to solo driving once they feel confident handling responsibilities independently.
Have a Hiring Question? See Applicant FAQs
Have a hiring-related question? Check out a few commonly asked questions below. View our full applicant FAQs list by clicking All Driver Applicant FAQs.
Are You Hiring?
We have a terminal in Westfield, WI, Thomasville, NC, and a yard in Charleston, MO. We also operate 18 trucks out of Irving, TX. We hire in all of those locations when we have an opening. Drivers do not necessarily have to live in those areas, but the truck is serviced in those areas.
How Much Can I Expect to Earn?
We will soon have our figures for 2023 earnings to share. Our 2022 average was about $97,000 with several drivers earning 6 figures.
What Routes Will I Drive?
We do not have dedicated routes. Our dispatch is based on customer demand. Drivers do fall into a pattern where they go to the same customers and usually leave and return on the same days each week. It can vary by location and we like applicants to talk to someone in operation at the location they are applying for.