The Owner-Operator agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Carrier, as well as its agents and servants, from all liabilities, penalties, and fines (whether criminal or civil) if this obligation arises due to the Owner-Operator's failure to fulfill any of the terms and conditions.
Trucking contracts are legally binding agreements between trucking carriers and their shippers that outline the terms and conditions of transportation services. These contracts establish the rights, obligations, and responsibilities of both parties involved in the shipping and delivering of goods or freight.
The best type of trucking contract is a long-term or dedicated contract with a shipper or government contract. The type of equipment you have available to you—such as a hot shot, flatbed trailer, dry van, and reefer—will dictate what loads are available to you.
What is the contract between truck driver and owner? Owner driver contracts are agreements made between truck drivers and businesses, or truck drivers and individuals who contract their services, in which the driver agrees to transport materials for the contracting party in exchange for compensation.
How many trucks do I need to work for Amazon? There are no fleet size requirements to haul for Relay as long as you have the right types of trucks for our freight – come one, come 100. Book long-haul trips to get every semi on overnights, or sleep in and run local jobs with your single box truck.
How many trucks do I need to work for Amazon? There are no fleet size requirements to haul for Relay as long as you have the right types of trucks for our freight – come one, come 100. Book long-haul trips to get every semi on overnights, or sleep in and run local jobs with your single box truck.
Amazon will provide trucks to you without down payment and cover all planned and most unplanned maintenance. We will also cover all tolls and fuel costs.
For owners that own small or large fleets, Amazon requires: DOT identification in active status, that is active DOT number. Valid MC number (Interstate Authority). HOS compliance to adhere to commercial driving hours. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) safety rating is required.