- Company: Forward Air
- Location: Saint Martins, Missouri
- Salary: $160,000–$200,000/yr
Forward Air at a glance
forwardair.comSEC filings mentioning "Forward Air": 1,584 · SIC industry: Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo — search EDGAR
Most recent 8-K (material company event) filed: Jul 21, 2026 — view filing
5,146 employees covered under a retirement plan (2024 filing) — via DOL Form 5500 / EFAST2
OSHA safety record: 17 confirmed violations across 6 inspections — via OSHA Establishment Search
2,497 Wikipedia views in July 2026 — a rough gauge of public visibility.
Source: Wikipedia
CDL-A Owner Operator - OTR
Saint Martins, Missouri
What This Role Involves
As a CDL-A Owner Operator at Forward Air, you will be responsible for driving dry van freight across the country. You'll have the freedom to run your business according to your preferences while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency. Consistency in load availability is guaranteed with our reliable network of shippers.
Core Duties
- Drive dry van trailers on long-haul routes across the United States
- Ensure compliance with all DOT regulations and company policies
- Manage your own schedule and dispatch loads as needed
- Maintain your vehicle in good condition to ensure safe operation
- Communicate effectively with both Forward Air staff and customers
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking experienced CDL-A Owner Operators who have at least one year of over-the-road (OTR) driving experience. You should be self-motivated, reliable, and committed to maintaining a high level of safety while on the road. A strong work ethic and a willingness to embrace new challenges are essential.
More About Forward Air
Forward Air is dedicated to providing professional Owner Operators with consistent freight, industry-leading miles, and the freedom to run their business as they see fit. We value our drivers' businesses and strive to create an environment where you can focus on earning more while keeping your truck moving.
Next Steps
To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. If selected, we will contact you for an interview and background check.
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Recent news
- BlackRock (NASDAQ: FWRD) holds 1.698M shares, a 5.4% stake - Stock Titan
- Amazon’s LTL gap has a name: Forward Air - Yahoo Finance
- Forward Air flags customer loss, stock plummets - FreightWaves
- Enterprise value to EBITDA forward of Forward Air Corporation – NASDAQ:FWRD - TradingView
- FWRD - Forward Air Corp Latest SEC Filings - Finviz
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Working in Saint Martins, Missouri
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Missouri is a landlocked state in the Midwestern region of the United States. Ranking 21st in land area, it borders Iowa to the north, Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee to the east, Arkansas to the south and Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska to the west. With over six million residents, it is the 19th-most populous state of the country. The largest urban areas are St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield,
🇺🇸 Relocation safety for US: Exercise Normal Caution — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 197,000 — 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 Missouri: 9.2% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Missouri: $15.00/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Missouri: $57,087 — via FRED
Home prices in Missouri (year over year): +4.4% — via FRED
Median household income in Cole County: $73,273 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Cole County: Drove Alone (78%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Cole County: 90% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Typical climate: average high 66°F / low 45°F year-round (summers around 87°F, winters around 23°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Least walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $694/mo · $910/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 238m (781 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
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Listing facts
- Role CDL-A Owner Operator – OTR
- Employer Forward Air
- Location Saint Martins, Missouri
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $160,000–$200,000/yr
- Posted August 2, 2026
- Apply by September 1, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (294 words)
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