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Flexible / Owner-Operator Trucking Jobs in Ohio

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

Home Time

You choose your own schedule

Expected Pay

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

OH CDL-A Avg

$57,800

Flexible / Owner-Operator Jobs in Ohio

Ohio is a strong market for flexible / owner-operator trucking positions. Ohio is one of the most important trucking states in the nation. The intersection of I-70, I-71, I-75, I-76, I-77, and I-80 creates an unmatched highway network. The state's manufacturing heritage, automotive industry, and central location make it a freight powerhouse. Key industries including Automotive manufacturing (Honda, GM, Ford), Steel & metals, Rubber & polymer (Akron) create consistent demand for drivers who want flexible / owner-operator schedules.

Flexible / Owner-Operator Job Types Available in OH

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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
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Expedited freight specialist
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Hot shot hauler
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Specialized/oversized hauler (independent)

Companies Offering Flexible / Owner-Operator in Ohio

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

Freight Corridors in Ohio

I-71 (Columbus to Cleveland and Cincinnati)
I-75 (Toledo to Dayton to Cincinnati)
I-80/Ohio Turnpike (northern OH east-west)

Major Trucking Cities in Ohio

Columbus, OH
Cleveland, OH
Cincinnati, OH
Dayton, OH
Akron, OH
Toledo, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Flexible / Owner-Operator truck drivers in Ohio typically earn $150,000 - $300,000+ gross ($60,000 - $120,000 net) annually. The overall CDL-A average in Ohio is $57,800. Pay varies by carrier, freight type, and endorsements.

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

Ohio offers flexible / owner-operator positions in Independent owner-operator (own authority), Leased owner-operator (carrier contract), Power-only contractor. The state's key industries (Automotive manufacturing (Honda, GM, Ford) and Steel & metals) create consistent demand for drivers with this schedule.

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

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