Horizon Transport Pay

Headquartered in Wakarusa, Indiana, Horizon Transport specializes in the transport of RVs. The company has been in business since 1984, and to this day, they remain a family owned business. Over the years, Horizon has seen considerable growth. They now deliver 80,000 vehicles each year and have a network of more than 1,500 drivers who work as independent contractors.

Horizon RV Transport Jobs

Horizon Transport relies on independent contractors to deliver RVs and other vehicles. Contractors are not employees of the company, but still must adhere to the company’s rules.

All contractors are required to:

• Complete at least 1 trip within a 30-day period.
• Maintain a professional appearance. Drivers must wear ankle-length pants and a collared shirt or blouse.
• Have an active and working cell phone.
• Avoid smoking in any vehicle delivered by Horizon. If you violate this policy, Horizon will stop using your services.
• Drive approximately 500 miles per day, depending on weather conditions and available hours.

There are three divisions in Horizon.

Tow Away

The tow away division uses contractors that provide trailer delivery service. As a driver, you will be required to supply your own pick-up truck or other similar vehicle transport RVs to all 48 states and Canada.

Because you will be operating as an independent contractor, you will be responsible for all of your truck’s expenses, including registration, fuel and insurance.

Tow away is the company’s largest and busiest division. Horizon offers:

• Diverse loads
• CDL bonus
• Recruiting bonus
• Fuel discounts
• Reload opportunities
• Mobile app with access to a load board

To work in this division, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 23 years of age
• Have a for-hire license equal to a Chauffeur license or higher (Class-A CDL preferred)
• 3/4-ton truck or bigger
• Clean DOT record
• 10-year work history
• Diesel preferred
• Pass a company road test
• Pass a DOT drug test
• Pass a DOT physical
• Have at least $1 million in Unladen Liability coverage

Your truck must also meet certain requirements and must be approved prior to driving. Some of the many requirements include but are not limited to:

• 5th wheel
• Class III receiver
• Gooseneck hitch
• Extended mirrors
• Full-width mud flaps
• Distribution bar
• Electric brakes control
• Torque wrench
• Emergency triangle kit

Flatbed

Drivers in the flatbed division haul one unit on the deck and tow a unit behind. This unit offers the greatest opportunity for growth, with drivers enjoying:

• The highest pay opportunities
• Diverse loads
• The most reload opportunities

Although this division offers great opportunities for growth, it also requires a much greater level of skill. You will be hauling up to three loads at a time. Basic requirements for driving in the flatbed division include:

• Class A CDL
• Clean DOT record
• 1-ton dually or larger
• 50,000 miles of towing experience
• 53’ flatbed trailer with a center rail system

Drive Away

The drive away division is ideal for anyone who doesn’t want to invest in a truck right now. This division specializes in the transport of drivable RVs. Tow your car behind, or just hop in the motorhome and start driving to its destination.

The drive away division offers:

• A low upfront investment
• Access to a mobile app with a load board
• A variety of loads

Requirements for this division include:

• Class B CDL or higher
• 20,000 miles of experience with a CDL
• 50,000 miles of experience without a CDL
• Clean DOT record

These are the main divisions at Horizon. All drivers will have access to the company’s mobile assistant app, which allows users to:

• Upload photos and documents directly to the company
• Store load information
• View payment history
• Make check calls
• Self-dispatch from the app

How Much Does Horizon Transport Pay Transport Drivers?

Horizon offers ample opportunities for independent contractors, but how much can you expect to earn?

According to Horizon’s website:

• Flatbed drivers are paid $2.30+ per mile
• Drive-away drivers are paid $0.75-$1.20 per mile

Data from Indeed.com shows that drivers earn a median salary of $46,002 with a range between $26,869/year and $65,135/year.

Those who work with Horizon are happy to be working as independent contractors, which gives them more freedom while being able to travel the country.

As a contractor, you will not enjoy the benefits of health insurance, life insurance or retirement options. However, you have the opportunity to work as your own boss and earn as much (or as little) as you want – as long as you meet their minimum requirements.