Three ways to run with Western Cargo — company driver, owner-operator, or lease-to-run — all with weekly pay, dedicated lanes, and real dispatch support behind you.
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Brand new 2023 trucks and 2026 trailers — fridge and microwave included. Weekly pay, every Friday.
Every trailer includes a fridge and microwave — equipment that's actually maintained, not just promised.
Our operating week runs Monday to Sunday, with settlements paid weekly every Friday.
100% refundable within 40 days if there are no issues with the truck, trailer, or load.
Clean driving record. Minimum 2 years of experience. Willing to stay on the road for 6–8 weeks.
Run dedicated freight at up to $3 per mile, backed by 24/7 dispatch and fleet support — so you can focus on driving, not paperwork.
Your CDL is your most valuable asset. We connect you with attorneys in all states to fight tickets and violations — 95% of contested tickets have been dismissed.
Fuel card discounts up to 40¢/gallon on national networks, plus tire discounts up to $200 per tire.
Repairs can't wait for a good week. A maintenance line of credit gets your truck fixed now, paid back through settlements — so a breakdown never parks your business.
Pull brand new dry van trailers — well-maintained equipment that keeps you loaded, inspection-ready, and off the shoulder.
We register your truck and get your apportioned plate for you — IFTA, permits, and paperwork included, so you're road-legal without the DMV runaround.
Round-the-clock roadside support, 24/7 dispatch, and ELD & safety support — someone always picks up, wherever the road takes you.
Paid every Friday, with a 12% commission on total gross — no surprise deductions.
$400–$450 for auto liability, cargo & trailer interchange coverage. Physical damage coverage runs roughly 2% of truck value annually.
100% refundable if there are no issues with the truck, trailer, or load.
Clean driving record. Minimum 2 years of experience. Truck must be 2018 or newer.
Run a 2023-or-newer, low-mileage truck on a straightforward weekly lease — we cover all maintenance, so you stay on the road, not in the shop.
5,000 skilled technicians and 800 service locations (Ryder shops and onsite) — plus 24/7 emergency road service with a 2-hour response goal.
Substitute vehicles keep you moving while repairs are done — tire service, inspections, and washes included.
Full-service rental with vehicle registration and licensing taken care of for you.
Fuel card discounts up to 40¢/gallon · 24/7 dispatch · IFTA & permits handled · ELD & safety support · tire discounts up to $200/tire.
Paid every Friday, 12% commission on total gross. Insurance runs $400–$450 for liability/cargo, plus ~2% of truck value for physical damage. $2,500 escrow, deducted over 10 weeks, 100% refundable if no issues.
Clean driving record. Minimum 2 years of experience.
The best drivers know other great drivers. Bring them to Western Cargo and earn — a flat bonus for company drivers, or a share of gross revenue for every owner-operator you bring on. No cap on referrals, no cap on earnings.
To submit a referral, call or text HR at (210) 963-7588 with your name and your referral’s name before they apply — that’s it.
Weekly settlement is just the baseline. Safe, professional driving earns extra at Western Cargo — month after month, year after year, mile after mile.
No preventable accidents, no major CSA violations, clean roadside inspections — drivers who protect the road get paid for it.
Pass a Level I, II, or III inspection with zero violations and we'll reward you. Inspection-ready equipment and paperwork deserve recognition.
One outstanding driver recognized each month for safety, professionalism, on-time service, and communication — with a bonus reward and a feature on our website and social media.
Recognition at 1 year, a loyalty bonus at 3, a special anniversary bonus at 5, and Elite Driver recognition at 10 years with Western Cargo.
250,000 · 500,000 · 750,000 · 1,000,000 safe miles — every milestone earns special recognition, awards, and bonus opportunities.
A 98% on-time delivery record and a written FMCSA-compliant safety program — not just a slogan.
2023+ trucks with fridge, microwave, dash cam, and compliant ELD in every cab.
51% of our freight runs on long-term contracts — steady miles, not a guessing game.
Clear per-mile and gross rates, weekly settlements, and a written itemization of every deduction.
Dispatch, safety, and fleet support are always one call away — wherever the road takes you.
20+ states served, with the West Coast our highest-volume region and growing lanes nationwide.
