Landstar System
$150,000 - $300,000+ gross (owner-operators)OTR, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Moderate Demand
Owner Operator Jobs in Colorado
Browse owner-op trucking positions across Colorado with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$153,000 - $306,000+ gross
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Owner-Op Trucking in Colorado
Owner-operators in Colorado can command premium rates for mountain freight that requires specialized knowledge. Energy, mining, and agricultural loads offer steady revenue for independent truckers. The market for independent operators in Colorado is moderate, with multiple freight brokers and load boards showing strong load availability.
Top Companies Hiring Owner-Op Drivers in CO
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Mercer Transportation
$150,000 - $280,000+ gross (owner-operators)OTR, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Roadrunner Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Owner-Operator
Anderson Trucking Service
$65,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Covenant Transport
$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Colorado
Each of these is a live posting with the pay, home time and requirements set out in full. Applying takes about a minute.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$64,000 - $90,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$67,000 - $94,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$69,000 - $97,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$70,500 - $99,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$74,000 - $104,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$59,500 - $84,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$49,000 - $69,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$56,000 - $79,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$48,000 - $68,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Owner-Op Jobs in Colorado
Denver
Colorado
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Aurora
Colorado
Fort Collins
Colorado
Pueblo
Colorado
Key Freight Routes in Colorado
1
I-25 (Front Range north-south)
2
I-70 (mountain corridor to Utah/Kansas)
3
I-76 (Denver to Nebraska)
Requirements for Owner-Op Driving in CO
- Valid CDL-A license with 2+ years verifiable experience
- Own or lease a truck meeting carrier/DOT specifications
- Active motor carrier authority (MC number) or willingness to lease onto a carrier
- Current IFTA registration and fuel tax compliance
- Commercial auto liability insurance ($1M minimum for most carriers)
- Clean CSA scores and satisfactory safety rating
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Owner-Op Trucking Jobs in Colorado — FAQs
How much do owner-op truck drivers make in Colorado?
Owner-Op truck drivers in Colorado earn $153,000 - $306,000+ gross annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Colorado's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
Is Colorado a good state to base an owner-operator business?
Colorado offers moderate freight volumes for owner-operators, with balanced inbound and outbound freight that minimizes deadhead miles. Operating costs including fuel, permits, and insurance should be factored against the state's load-to-truck ratio when choosing a home base.
Are trucking companies in Colorado hiring owner-op drivers in 2026?
Yes — owner-op driver demand in Colorado is moderate heading into 2026. The owner-op segment in Colorado is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in CO.