What does a Truck Driver Owner Operator at Ameri Co Carriers do?

A Truck Driver Owner Operator at Ameri Co Carriers is responsible for the following: Secure flatbed cargo and apply tarping when operating flatbed equipment; Participate in safe driving awards and incentive programs; Maintain EROD-compatible trucks built in 2000 or newer; and Select preferred routes and schedules without forced dispatch.

What are the requirements for this Truck Driver Owner Operator role?

Ameri Co Carriers is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Must own semitruck; Must be willing to run under Ameri-Co authority; Minimum 23 years of age; At least two (2) full years of verifiable interstate driving in the past three (3) years; Truck must be EROD compatible; 2000 build date or newer; and Driving experience needs to be with the type of equipment you will be operating.

Where is the Truck Driver Owner Operator role at Ameri Co Carriers located?

Truck Driver Owner Operator at Ameri Co Carriers is based in SD Highway 273, Kennebec, Lyman County, South Dakota, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Truck Driver Owner Operator job remote, hybrid, or on-site?

Ameri Co Carriers has listed this Truck Driver Owner Operator role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Truck Driver Owner Operator role?

Truck Driver Owner Operator at Ameri Co Carriers typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Truck Driver Owner Operator role at Ameri Co Carriers?

Key skills for Truck Driver Owner Operator at Ameri Co Carriers include CDL-A; Flatbed Cargo Securement; and Tarping.

What category does the Truck Driver Owner Operator role belong to?

Truck Driver Owner Operator at Ameri Co Carriers is part of the logistics & warehouse job category on Recrutus.

Owner Operator Truck Driver — Kennebec, SD at Ameri Co

About the Company

Ameri-Co Carriers is a leading truckload carrier and a wholly owned subsidiary of Minerals Technologies Inc., headquartered in Scottsbluff, NE. We operate as a 100% Owner Operator fleet, distinguishing ourselves by maintaining a small-company atmosphere that prioritizes the success of our partners. We recognize that our Owner Operators have an impressive reputation for safety and reliability, and we strive to provide the best working conditions and a profitable compensation program every single day.

About the Role

Partnering with Ameri-Co is designed to be more than just a job; it is a pathway to the most successful days on the road. We offer a diverse range of Regional and Over-The-Road (OTR) opportunities covering East to West, North to South, and Midwest regions. Our mission is to dispatch trucks that meet your comfort level while providing the specific amount of weekly miles you request.

We pride ourselves on offering flexibility to fit your lifestyle. Regional drivers can enjoy being home every weekend, while Long Haul drivers typically average 8-10 days out, though the choice is yours. Whether you prefer short or long runs, we ensure our freight is consistent and our lanes are desirable. With a financially sound company offering steady work year-round, many of our drivers have been with us for over 30 years, and our top performers have surpassed 4 million miles with the company.

Hiring Process

To join our fleet, you must own a semitruck and be willing to run under Ameri-Co authority. We look for drivers who are at least 23 years old with at least two full years of verifiable interstate driving in the past three years. Your truck must be EROD compatible (2000 build date or newer), and you must have driving experience with the specific equipment you will be operating, including Flatbed Cargo Securement and Tarping experience if applicable.

Equal Opportunity

Ameri-Co Carriers is committed to maintaining a small company atmosphere and providing the best working conditions for all partners. We value the diversity and reliability of our Owner Operators and strive to create an environment where safety and success go hand in hand.

Work location

Work model: On-site

SD Highway 273, Kennebec, Lyman County, South Dakota, United States

Kennebec, South Dakota

Key Responsibilities

check_circleSecure flatbed cargo and apply tarping when operating flatbed equipment
check_circleParticipate in safe driving awards and incentive programs
check_circleMaintain EROD-compatible trucks built in 2000 or newer
check_circleSelect preferred routes and schedules without forced dispatch
check_circleOperate long-haul and regional freight routes across multiple regions

Requirements

verifiedMust own semitruck
verifiedMust be willing to run under Ameri-Co authority
verifiedMinimum 23 years of age
verifiedAt least two (2) full years of verifiable interstate driving in the past three (3) years
verifiedTruck must be EROD compatible; 2000 build date or newer
verifiedDriving experience needs to be with the type of equipment you will be operating
verifiedFlatbed Cargo Securement and Tarping experience, if operating Flatbeds

Nice to Have

Flatbed Cargo Securement and Tarping experience, if operating Flatbeds.

Benefits & Perks

check_circle$4,000 Sign On Bonuscheck_circleRider passes available at no costcheck_circleFleet Advance programcheck_circleAccident Plan coverageDiscounts with major tire companies

Truck Driver Owner Operator