Owner Operator Truck Driver (Regional-TX, OK, LA, AR) - Southern Freight

Southern Transport, LLC was founded in 2006 with a one-ton truck and a gooseneck trailer hauling local hot shot loads. Through steady growth and a reputation built on reliability, safety, and strong customer relationships, Southern has grown into a nationally respected heavy-haul, lifting, and freight services organization.

Southern Freight Lines, a sister company within the Southern family, is expanding its Owner Operator network and is seeking professional, safety-focused drivers who want consistent freight, fair compensation, and a long-term partnership.

Freight Profile

We operate primarily in a general freight setting hauling:

• Structural steel
• Precast concrete panels
• Building materials
• Crane parts and components

Most work is up to 3-axle step deck. Oversize experience is strongly preferred.

Typical freight includes:

• Concrete panels 12–13 feet wide
• Structural beams up to 80 feet long

This is professional freight requiring drivers who understand securement, weight distribution, route awareness, and oversize compliance.

Operating Lanes

• Primarily regional work within TX, OK, LA, and AR
• High-volume customer concentration in:
• DFW
• San Antonio
• East Texas

Schedule

• 14 days on / 3 days off
• Regional runs with consistent freight flow

Equipment

• Step deck freight (up to 3 axle work)
• Trailer not required
• Many customers preload on their own trailers
• Company trailers available in rotation

Support

• Dedicated dispatch and operations support
• Back-office billing and compliance assistance
• Established freight network with repeat customers
• No unnecessary micromanagement

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 years verifiable CDL experience
• No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years
• Comfortable hauling oversized loads
• Strong safety record
• Ability to operate in compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations
• Professional communication and customer-focused mindset