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Team DriveAway

OTR Independent Contractor (1099) Driveaway Position

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Location: Nashville, Tennessee

Employment Type: Full Time

Date Posted: April 30, 2026

Job id: 47fc18-5248

New Deck Driving Division Independent Contractor (1099) New Deck Driveaway Driver Needed. Driving 2-, 3-, or 4-Way deck units to delivery location in U.S. and Canada. Must supply your own tools to un-deck units at the delivery location. Delivery locations vary by customer.

General Description of Benefits:

  • Same-day pay is available once all required paperwork and logs are submitted and verified.
  • Some New Deck loads may qualify for a travel allowance when the pickup and delivery locations meet specific criteria. Travel allowances typically start at $250 and may increase to $650 depending on the load and receipts submitted. Please note that drivers are responsible for arranging and paying for their own travel, and some travel expenses may need to be paid out of pocket.

Reimbursements

  • Fuel, tolls, and permits are reimbursed with valid receipts. Fuel reimbursement is calculated based on the mileage of the assigned load, so fuel purchases must reasonably match the miles driven.

Bonus Opportunities - We offer uncapped bonus potential including:

  • Referral Bonus
  • Clean Inspection Bonus
  • Mileage Bonus
  • Load Bonus
  • Safety Bonus
  • Drivers must meet the specific qualifications and program requirements to receive each bonus.

Job Highlights: New Deck

  • Independent Contractor Position
  • Choose Your Own Loads
  • 24/7 Load Board Access
  • Avg Loads: 500-800 Miles
  • Fuel, Permit & Toll Reimbursements

Job Requirements:

  • Must hold a CDL Class A with Double/Triple Endorsement.
  • Must have at least 2 full years of verifiable OTR CMV driving experience within the last 3 years.
  • Must have at least 1 full year of verifiable un-decking experience within the last 3 years.
  • Must maintain relatively clean driving reports and a solid employment history.
  • Must understand DOT HOS rules and regulations and keep accurate, daily DOT logs using the MOTIVE app. - Paper logs are not accepted.
  • Must submit all required paperwork and documents on time.
  • Must demonstrate strong communication skills and maintain weekly contact with your dispatcher, even when not actively transporting for us.
  • Must arrive on time for all pickup and delivery appointments.
  • Must maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times.

Position Type

  • This is an Independent Contractor Driving Position — not a company driver or owner/operator role.
  • This is an OTR position, not a local or regional driving job.

Additional Job Description

  • Drivers may select the loads they want to transport; however, they must remain active by completing 3–5 New Deck loads per month.
  • Drivers must supply their own tools and safety chains for un-decking.
  • A list of required items will be provided once a driver is qualified.
  • Drivers must maintain accurate, daily DOT logs using the MOTIVE app for the duration of their contract. Paper logs are not accepted.