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Owner-Operator ProgramQuest Liner® provides owner-operators a competitive pay package, along with all the essential services needed to be an independent operator. Quest Liner® provides opportunities in many locations. To learn more about these opportunities, please contact a Quest Liner® representative at 1-800-251-9569 ext. 2695, or you can submit an online application in the employment section.
Below is a list of services provided to owner-operators:
Owner-operator-friendly dispatch and management team.
Dedicated personnel to answer contract and weekly settlement inquiries.
Fleet of late-model trailers with air-ride suspensions.
Quarterly incentive program.
Lease-To-Own Program is available for drivers who have been with Quest Liner® for at least six (6) months and meet our qualifying criteria.
Direct Deposit — This is a great benefit, especially for drivers who are regularly away from home as the settlement goes directly into your checking or savings account.
Settlements — In order to accommodate different types of owner-operators, regional miles pay $1.25 loaded miles and $1.00 empty miles based on Rand McNally HHG miles. Trip paperwork is processed in real-time using Quest Liner® terminals, truck-stop scanning and in-home faxing. There is no processing or transaction charges.
Incentive Program — This program was set up to reward our owner-operators for adhering to our established policies and procedures. Longevity is also a very important part of this; as you gain seniority, your plates and permit fees are reimbursed at a higher percentage by Quest Liner.
Detention — Verifiable and billable detention will be paid with approved purchase order and proper documentation. Payment will be made weekly.
Fuel Surcharge Program — Quest Liner® has implemented a fuel surcharge program.
Licensing & Permit Services — Plates and permits are offered. After two (2) years of continuous service, Quest Liner® pays 50% of the licensing cost, and after five (5) years of continuous service, Quest Liner® pays 100% of the cost.
Escrow — This account has interest paid monthly and is a savings account for you. The maximum balance is $1,500 and will be deducted at $50 per week. The balance of the account, plus interest, is returned to you 45 days after the termination of the lease.
Hydrapak & Blower — The equipment you need to do the job may be purchased from Quest Liner® and installed by one of our shops.
Insurance — Quest Liner® offers very competitive rates on Physical Damage and Bobtail Insurance. As an owner-operator you will have access to our Health Insurance, Workers’ Compensation and Occupational Accident programs.
Our maintenance program is set up to assist owner-operators with discounts on parts and labor for work done in our shops. Our tire discounts also make our pricing very competitive.
Fuel tax filing provided.
On-board computer system provided at no charge (installation charge applies).
We will be happy to set you up with a Comdata fuel card with access to all Comdata network stations.
The tolls that are paid to Quest Liner® on line hauls will be passed on to the owner-operator. E-ZPasses are available, which will entitle you to the same discounts that Quest Liner® receives. We require a deposit for the transponder. E-ZPass charges will be deducted once per month.
Owner-operators will be responsible for their initial physical and drug screen. Quest Liner® will pay for recertification and DOT testing.
Tractor requirements:
Tractor must be six (6) years old or newer AND have no more than 600,000 miles.
Maximum weight of tractor (full of fuel and driver) is 18,000 lb. unless tractor is already equipped with a Hydrapak pump.
Hydrapak, Orbit Motor, and In-Transit Heat are required equipment (can be purchased and installed by Quest Liner®).
Photo or visual inspection of tractor required, along with maintenance records.