When we say we love drivers at J.B. Hunt, we mean it. And this includes the respect we have for owner operators who work hard to run their own business and are looking for the right carrier to contract with. We believe that we have a culture at J.B. Hunt that is uniquely driver-centered, which is something we think owner operators can take advantage of for their business.
Want to know why contracting with a driver-centered company could be a positive thing for your business? Look at why owner operators who have contracted with J.B. Hunt say our company made a difference for them!
What is it Like to Contract with J.B. Hunt?
We believe that when you contract with J.B. Hunt, you’re contracting with a company that has a deep respect for your profession. At J.B. Hunt, we like to see drivers succeed in their business, and we work hard to provide business advantages you can use to help set yourself up for success.
With innovative technology like the DRIVE App, you can easily communicate with your capacity coordinator, book loads, access discounts and more.
Sean, who was recognized as J.B. Hunt Contractor of the Year, says that having technology like the DRIVE App helps him run his business the way he wants.
“The best part about the DRIVE App to me is that I’m able to communicate with my [coordinator],” he said. “Being able to use the DRIVE App to plan my loads throughout the week and being able to actually use some of the resources that the driver app has.”
For Joseph, being able to easily access real people at J.B. Hunt gives him a sense of community while he’s out on the road.
“If there’s an issue, there’s a department we can reach out to,” he said. “So, you have an umbrella of people who are there. Outside of paying for insurance, the insurance is the company itself, because they want to see you succeed.”
Independent Contractor Driving Jobs
When you contract with J.B. Hunt, you not only have access to business discounts and advantages – you have the freedom to set your own schedule, book your own loads and stay in contact as little or as much as you like.
Having the freedom to run your own business is key, and we work hard to help you do just that.
For Esther, contracting with a company that supports your autonomy has been positive for both her and her family.
“I can pick up my loads on my app, work on my own time, and have the freedom that I need so also I can come home and spend time with my family, which is one of the most important things,” she said.
You know your business best, but we are still here as a resource for navigating questions about our technology or discounts.
“We can work together and if we have any issue, they always try to find the ways to work with us,” she said. “They care so much.”
Take the Next Step
We believe that contracting with a company that takes pride in drivers out on the road is something you should take advantage of.
Want to know more about owner operator jobs? Give us a call at 1-866-384-7130 or fill out our short form to get started!
