American history is filled with successful business owners who were determined to make it on their own: Henry Ford, Sam Walton, John Deere, Leo Fender. In 1934 Earl Oren founded Dart Transit Company with the same spirit of independence and self-reliance, and he made his mark on the transportation industry on his own terms.
Today, owner operators at Dart are among the most successful small business owners in the trucking industry. Seven times the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named Dart owner operators "Independent Contractor of the Year", and in 2010, the TCA named Dart a "Best Fleet to Drive For" and "Best Fleet for Owner Operators".
Dart’s mission is the same today as it was in 1934: provide shippers with the highest quality service, and provide owner operators with the opportunity to achieve the American dream of independence and business ownership.
Whether you are a company fleet driver and looking for more independence or a seasoned independent contractor or owner operator looking for the right place to call home, there is no better time than NOW to take advantage of the business opportunities at Dart.
Our goal is for you to have a smooth, seamless experience from the moment you pick up the phone to speak with a recruiter, to the time you contract your tractor with Dart Transit. Once you’ve completed your Certification Questionnaire, you should ask yourself a few questions to determine how best to chart your own course.
What kind of truck will I be using to run my business? Should I finance a truck through Highway Sales, Inc. or buy a truck elsewhere?
What kind of operation should I choose? Should I operate Over-the-Road, Regional, Short Haul, or Dedicated. Click on driving options and select a state for more information.
You’ll enjoy many advantages when you contract with Dart:
"Always surround yourself with good people," is a lesson Eric Farr learned from his dad. So when Eric was looking for the right place to become an independent contractor, he decided Dart was the best place to make that happen.
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