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Flexible / Owner-Operator Trucking Jobs in Florida

Find truck driver positions in Florida with flexible / owner-operator home time. Browse job types, expected pay, and top hiring companies in FL.

Home Time

You choose your own schedule

Expected Pay

$150,000 - $300,000+ gross ($60,000 - $120,000 net)

FL CDL-A Avg

$56,500

Flexible / Owner-Operator Jobs in Florida

Florida is a strong market for flexible / owner-operator trucking positions. Florida is one of the largest freight markets in the U.S. with three major seaports, year-round agricultural hauling, and massive consumer demand from a population of over 22 million. The state is a major deadhead challenge since more freight comes in than goes out. Key industries including Citrus & produce agriculture, Tourism & hospitality logistics, Port operations (Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa) create consistent demand for drivers who want flexible / owner-operator schedules.

Flexible / Owner-Operator Job Types Available in FL

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Independent owner-operator (own authority)
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Leased owner-operator (carrier contract)
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Power-only contractor
4
Expedited freight specialist
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Hot shot hauler
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Specialized/oversized hauler (independent)

Companies Offering Flexible / Owner-Operator in Florida

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Landstar System (agent-based)
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Mercer Transportation
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CH Robinson (brokered loads)
T
Total Quality Logistics
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Amazon Relay (power-only)

Freight Corridors in Florida

I-95 (East Coast Jacksonville to Miami)
I-75 (Central/West FL to Georgia)
I-4 (Tampa to Orlando to Daytona)

Major Trucking Cities in Florida

Jacksonville, FL
Miami, FL
Tampa, FL
Orlando, FL
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ocala, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do flexible / owner-operator truck drivers make in Florida?

Flexible / Owner-Operator truck drivers in Florida typically earn $150,000 - $300,000+ gross ($60,000 - $120,000 net) annually. The overall CDL-A average in Florida is $56,500. Pay varies by carrier, freight type, and endorsements.

What flexible / owner-operator trucking jobs are available in Florida?

Florida offers flexible / owner-operator positions in Independent owner-operator (own authority), Leased owner-operator (carrier contract), Power-only contractor. The state's key industries (Citrus & produce agriculture and Tourism & hospitality logistics) create consistent demand for drivers with this schedule.

Which companies offer flexible / owner-operator schedules in Florida?

Major carriers offering flexible / owner-operator schedules with operations in Florida include Landstar System (agent-based), Mercer Transportation, CH Robinson (brokered loads). Check each carrier's website for current openings near Jacksonville.