Owner Operator

• Home Regularly
• No Forced Dispatch
• mileage on all dispatched miles (loaded and empty)
• Lumper and Drop Pay
• 950 miles average run
• East Coast Bonus
• Personalized dispatch
• Passenger Policy
• Fuel card available
• Fuel Surcharge
• Insurance coverage at group rates
• Weekly settlements for previous week's work
• Free Geo-logic communication system
• New freight customer bonus
• Referral bonus (Company or O/O)
• Shop facilities at terminal

Mobile Communications

Grand Island Express will provide Contractor with in-cab mobile communications FREE of charge

Orientation

All approved applicants attend a 2 day orientation class. During orientation you will:

• Take a road test
• Receive a DOT physical or have proof of current physical
• Take a physical assessment
• Take a Pre-employment drug screen
• Receive Classroom training

Grand Island Express pays for your bus ticket to orientation. Lodging and Meals are provided. You will also receive $150.00 per day for orientation.

Contract Terms

Tractor Specification

• Tractor can be no more than 7 years old
• 260" maximum wheel base
• Must weigh no more than 18,500 lbs with half tank of fuel
• 47" maximum fifth wheel height

Insurance/Escrow

Grand Island Express offers the following types of insurance for each contractor:

• Bobtail Insurance
• Physical Damage Insurance
• Workmen's Comp Insurance

Each contractor may purchase the above Insurance from the carrier of their choice or may purchase insurance from GIX at our fleet rates.

Grand Island Express requires each contractor to deposit $1,000.00 into an escrow fund at the beginning of the lease agreement.

Grand Island Express also offers:

Flexible Dispatch Policy

• Drivers select their outbound loads
• Average 2700-3200 miles per week
• Runs to the Northeast, Southeast and Midwest

Passenger Program

• Rider authorization
• Limited authorization for dependents 10 years old or older
• Pet policy

Fuel Program

• EFS fuel card available
• Purchase fuel at GI Express's fleet price

Maintenance Escrow Account Available

• Put money away weekly for major repair emergency