Owner Operators, Shine on Your Own…We’ll be Behind You
When you are a company that prides itself in its “can do” work ethic and flexibility, it’s only natural for the spirit of entrepreneurship to thrive. At WEL it’s a spirit alive and well.
WEL maintains partnerships with Owner Operators across the country. Our approach to these partnerships is just like that of all business dealings WEL embarks — it’s built upon a foundation of sound business practices and relationships of mutual trust and respect.
Our Owner Operator partnerships lead to success both for us and for the drivers. Our percentage pay program and on-site support programs create an environment that allows our Owner Operators’ small businesses to thrive and maximize their profitability.
In terms of revenue and benefits, we offer an opportunity for Owner Operators that is second to none.
- Average of $1.05 to $1.15 per mile, plus 100% fuel surcharge
- 69% of the invoice linehaul
- 100% of invoiced fuel
- Approved lumper fees reimbursed
- Plates and permit reimbursement based on contract longevity
- Driver loading and unloading pay
- Industry leading stop pay
- Detention and layover pay available
- Weekly settlements, with truck and fuel expenses deducted for your convenience
- Company issued fuel card, allowing you to benefit from our negotiated fuel discounts
- 24/7 dispatch and maintenance support
- Business support services to help your small business succeed
- Accounting, tax support, and retirement planning services available
- Direct deposit
There are certain requirements in order for an Owner Operator to be eligible for this sort of partnership, such as there can be no alcohol related violations in the past five years and there can be no DOT recordable, preventable accidents in the past three years.
For an outline of the requirements and for more information, please request our Owner Operator brochure or contact us to discuss how the spirit of entrepreneurship is thriving at WEL.
