- Company: Premier Transportation
- Location: Athens, Georgia
- Salary: $250,000/yr
Premier Transportation at a glance
premiertransportation.comSEC filings mentioning "Premier Transportation": 624 — search EDGAR
1 employees covered under a retirement plan (2021 filing) — via DOL Form 5500 / EFAST2
OSHA safety record: 1 confirmed violation across 1 inspection — via OSHA Establishment Search
Premier Transportation is a motorcoach and transportation operator. Recent coverage notes a new Tri-Cities facility expanding service in Northeast Tennessee, plus the appointment of Matt DiVito as Vice President of Safety.
Premier Transportation is seeking an experienced Regional Truck Driver Owner Operator to join our fleet in Athens, Georgia. As an independent owner operator, you'll partner with us to move freight across regional routes with the autonomy and earning potential you've been looking for.
About the Role
This is a full-time position for a professional owner operator with at least one year of commercial trucking experience. You'll operate a dry van, hauling freight on regional lanes where you maintain control over your schedule while we guarantee the freight. Unlike traditional carrier arrangements, you're a business partner—not just another driver. We handle the logistics; you handle the road.
What You'll Do
- Transport freight safely and on-time across regional routes from the Athens area
- Maintain your dry van to DOT standards and perform routine maintenance and inspections
- Coordinate with dispatch to optimize your loads and schedule
- Ensure compliance with federal motor carrier regulations and hours-of-service requirements
- Communicate proactively with our operations team regarding delivery status and any issues
- Build a sustainable, profitable business with consistent freight opportunities
What We're Looking For
- Minimum one year of verifiable commercial trucking experience
- Valid Class A CDL with clean driving and safety record
- Your own dry van or willingness to secure financing
- Professional attitude and reliability—you show up when you commit
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and commitment to compliance
About Premier Transportation
We're a growing regional carrier dedicated to creating true partnerships with owner operators. You won't be treated as a vendor; you'll be treated as a business partner with real earning potential. We provide consistent freight, flexible scheduling options that respect your lifestyle, and the support infrastructure you need to focus on driving and growing your business—not chasing loads or managing carrier logistics.
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Recent news
- Premier Transportation celebrates new Tri-Cities facility, expanding Northeast Tennessee motorcoach operations - busandmotorcoachnews.com
- Stonepeak to Acquire BMO Transportation and Vendor Finance - Stonepeak
- Premier buses - busandmotorcoachnews.com
- Premier Transportation Appoints Matt DiVito as Vice President of Safety - Business Wire
- North Texas transportation companies prepare for World Cup travel surge - NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Latest from Premier Transportation
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Working in Athens, Georgia
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This role is tied to Athens, Georgia, Georgia. Expect classic college-town logistics: local highways, regional freight lanes, and mixed urban/rural pickup and delivery patterns rather than pure long-haul coast-to-coast runs.
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 208,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Georgia: 3.7% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Georgia: $7.25/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Georgia: $62,853 — via FRED
Home prices in Georgia (year over year): +2.5% — via FRED
Median household income in Clarke County: $52,267 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Clarke County: 21 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Clarke County: Drove Alone (70%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Clarke County: 93% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby history: United States Post Office and Court House, listed 2014 (93m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 74°F / low 52°F year-round (summers around 90°F, winters around 35°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Above average walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,183/mo · $1,331/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 236m (774 ft)
Salary & compensation
The posting advertises about $250k per year for this regional dry-van owner-operator role. Treat that as gross opportunity from the listing—not verified net pay—and model fuel, insurance, maintenance, and downtime before comparing offers.
Build the skills for this role
Build from a valid CDL and clean safety record into regional dry-van efficiency and owner-operator business skills.
- FMCSA — CDL & Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements — free info
- Hours-of-service, ELD, and pre/post-trip discipline
- Dry-van securement, detention management, and shipper communication
- Owner-operator cost control: fuel, tires, insurance, and maintenance reserves
Be ready to discuss CDL tenure, accident/inspection history, equipment (tractor/trailer readiness), and how you plan regional routes while staying HOS-legal. Ask about freight density out of Athens/Georgia lanes, settlement frequency, fuel/discount programs, and safety expectations under current leadership.
Strong fit if you already have ~1+ year CDL experience, prefer regional dry van over OTR teams, and want owner-operator economics with a named carrier. Weaker fit if you need company-truck W-2 stability or lack capital/credit for operating costs.
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Listing facts
- Role Regional Truck Driver Owner Operator
- Employer Premier Transportation
- Location Athens, Georgia
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $250,000/yr
- Posted July 8, 2026
- Apply by August 8, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (324 words)
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