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Flexible / Owner-Operator Trucking Jobs in Tennessee

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

Home Time

You choose your own schedule

Expected Pay

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

TN CDL-A Avg

$57,200

Flexible / Owner-Operator Jobs in Tennessee

Tennessee is a strong market for flexible / owner-operator trucking positions. Tennessee is a major logistics state stretching from Memphis (the busiest cargo airport in North America via FedEx) to Nashville (booming economy) to Knoxville (gateway to the Southeast). The state's central location and business-friendly policies attract distribution operations. Key industries including Air cargo & logistics (FedEx, Memphis), Automotive manufacturing (Nissan, GM, VW), Healthcare (Nashville HCA, hospital supply) create consistent demand for drivers who want flexible / owner-operator schedules.

Flexible / Owner-Operator Job Types Available in TN

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Independent owner-operator (own authority)
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Leased owner-operator (carrier contract)
3
Power-only contractor
4
Expedited freight specialist
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Hot shot hauler
6
Specialized/oversized hauler (independent)

Companies Offering Flexible / Owner-Operator in Tennessee

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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 Tennessee

I-40 (Memphis to Nashville to Knoxville)
I-65 (Nashville to Alabama and Kentucky)
I-24 (Nashville to Chattanooga)

Major Trucking Cities in Tennessee

Memphis, TN
Nashville, TN
Knoxville, TN
Chattanooga, TN
Clarksville, TN

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Flexible / Owner-Operator truck drivers in Tennessee typically earn $150,000 - $300,000+ gross ($60,000 - $120,000 net) annually. The overall CDL-A average in Tennessee is $57,200. Pay varies by carrier, freight type, and endorsements.

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

Tennessee offers flexible / owner-operator positions in Independent owner-operator (own authority), Leased owner-operator (carrier contract), Power-only contractor. The state's key industries (Air cargo & logistics (FedEx, Memphis) and Automotive manufacturing (Nissan, GM, VW)) create consistent demand for drivers with this schedule.

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

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