DRY VAN
Enjoy more freedom as a dry van owner-operator.
Unlock your earning potential with Schneider’s flexible revenue programs. Access 95% drop-and-hook freight through the easy-to-use FreightPower platform, and save big on fuel, maintenance and more with Schneider’s Purchase Power Program® while running your business your way.
About Schneider’s dry van owner-operator contracting jobs
All-In Revenue vs. Percent of Revenue
Pick your path to profits with Schneider
All-In Revenue program
With the All-In Revenue Choice program, the freight owner-operators view and select on Schneider FreightPower has an all-in rate which means there’s no calculating fuel surcharge or accessorials. It’s a lot like broker boards, but without the headache of working with multiple brokers or the cost of operating under your own authority. Owner-operators participating in the All-In Revenue program can choose from all the traditional loads available to owner-operators and other freight Schneider also manages.
Percent of Revenue program
With the Percent of Revenue Choice program, owner-operators select loads with 65% of linehaul revenue from the Schneider FreightPower platform. They also receive 100% of the fuel surcharge and 100% of the accessorials for each load.
Solo Dry Van revenue
Van owner-operators who do business with Schneider have the potential to generate $180,000-$280,000 in revenue each year.
Find a solo dry van contracting job.
Team Dry Van revenue
Team owner-operators who do business with Schneider have the potential to generate $320,000-$460,000 in revenue each year.
Find a team dry van contracting job.
Pick the program that will best help you reach your business’ revenue goals.
Schneider’s Load Board
Haul smarter with endless freight options at your fingertips
Schneider FreightPower now gives owner-operators access to more options with the addition of 1,000 - 2,000 contract and spot market loads each day. Accessible on any device, FreightPower makes it easier than ever to increase your revenue and keep your business moving.
Endless freight options await.
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Do business by yourself or with a teammate
Run solo or team up for bigger earnings
Whether you want to run your business as a solo or on a team, the decision is yours. Team owner-operators at Schneider often have a significantly greater revenue potential.
Find a team dry van contracting job.
Schneider Purchase Power Program®
Save on truck and business expenses
Enjoy the option to take advantage of Schneider’s buying power. Through Schneider’s Purchase Power Program®, you can boost your business’ bottom line by saving up to thousands of dollars each year on things like fuel, tires, maintenance and more.
Tractor requirements
Truck requirements at Schneider
As a van owner-operator at Schneider, you must own or lease one or more tractors that are 2011 or newer.
Your truck’s engine must meet the EPA10 emissions requirement and pass a DOT inspection.
Your truck must have a functioning Collision Mitigation System (CMS) and a Schneider-approved fifth wheel that has a 45–47-inch height from ground to the top of the fifth wheel plate (riser height can vary to achieve the height requirement).
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Truck leasing options
No truck? No problem!
Owner-operators without a truck have two options, including:
- Lease a brand new or gently used truck from SFI Trucks and Financing, with $250 lower weekly payments available.
- Buy a reliable used truck directly from Schneider.
Frequently asked questions
Van owner-operators at Schneider must own or lease one or more tractors that are model year 2011 or newer.
The truck’s engine must meet the EPA10 emissions requirement and pass a DOT inspection.
Additionally, the truck must have a functioning Collision Mitigation System (CMS) and a Schneider-approved fifth wheel that has a 45- to 47-inch height from the ground to the top of the fifth wheel plate.
Dry Van owner-operators at Schneider get easy access to 4,000-5,000 load options per day on Schneider FreightPower®, including spot and contract freight, dedicated account and team-friendly loads.
Yes, Dry Van owner-operators at Schneider can choose to run solo or on a team.
Solo Dry Van revenue: Van owner-operators who do business with Schneider have the potential to generate up to $230,000 in revenue annually.
Team Dry Van revenue: Team owner-operators who do business with Schneider have the potential to generate up to $430,000 in revenue annually.
The All-In Revenue Choice program allows owner-operators to select an all-in rate, which is a combination of revenue, fuel surcharge and accessorials.
The Percent of Revenue Choice program lets owner-operators select loads with 65% of linehaul revenue. They receive 100% of the fuel surcharge and accessorials for each load.
No, you do not need your own operating authority to contract on with Schneider. When you do business with Schneider, you operate under Schneider’s USDOT and MC numbers.
Owner-operators must own or lease one or more tractors to do business with Schneider. If you need a truck or want to upgrade, Schneider’s team can connect you with buying and leasing options that fit your budget.