The adjustments in truck capacity and safety regulations are paving the way for a fundamental shift in our industry. We believe the best opportunities for drivers who survived the recent recession are directly in front of us. Those drivers who have a high regard for safety and a strong work ethic should do very well in our industry and we hope to facilitate their success while contracting with Calhoun. Calhoun’s truck power is primarily made up of independent contractors. We’ve been working with this model for over a decade to provide a high level of service for our customers. At Calhoun, we understand the importance of independence and the challenges of running a successful business.
W2-1099
Paid Via Direct Deposit or Comdata Card - NO FEES
No forced dispatch
We supply intermodal trucking services throughout the Midwest from our locations in Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis, Omaha, Grand Rapids, Columbus, Kansas City, and Orlando.
100% No Touch
Dedicated Support Staff for Dispatch, Driver Support, and Scheduling
CPM and Hour rates can change depending on the market and fuel prices! For more information, you can Apply, and the company will contact you to discuss details! Thank you for understanding!
Home Daily! Monday thru Friday work week
CPM and Hour rates can change depending on the market and fuel prices! For more information, you can Apply, and the company will contact you to discuss details! Thank you for understanding!
Average 2,500 - 2,800 miles weekly
Home Daily - Local Runs
Lease to purchase available
We have 141 Power units
We have Freightliners
Dry vans
Calhoun Truck Lines is operating in eight locations across the Midwest and Southeast, including Detroit, Chicago, Minneapolis, Omaha, Columbus, Grand Rapids, Kansas City, and Orlando. Each location is fully equipped for intermodal and over-the-road trucking needs. We are firmly dedicated to regularly meeting our customers’ demand.
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with good Safety Rating & OOS Rates by FMCSA
BASIC STATUS (Public information) Behavior Analysis & Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs)
A total of 23 reviews
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TL;DR no turn signal and littering One of their drivers pulled into the turn lane ahead of me without signaling as I was approaching the light. It wasn't close enough that he cut me off, I just had to slow down a bit, so I would have let that go but then he THREW TRASH OUT THE WINDOW while waiting for the light. The truck was labelled "Model Citizen"... 2024-05-08 8:20 AM in Brooklyn Park, Oak Grove Pkwy & Zane Ave
After almost getting runoff the road by a driver and then trying to contact somebody where I can file a complaint (I understand people don’t like complaints.)I had my family in my car and we literally got ran off the road. I’m going to file a complaint. After never hearing back from anyone in the state of Minnesota or elsewhere to tell me what had gone wrong or happened with the driver. poor communication as well as management and customer service.
Had a run in with a driver ,very unprofessional. Driving in fast lane when I tried to pass he sped up, I did get past him and change lanes he the sped up again and was a foot or so behind me.I floored it to get away .He was by far the worst truck driver I have come across.He had 15 or so cars behind him when I passed him.
Nothing about the company just one driver truck #1408 on 3/1/18 on broadway NE at 5:40pm driving like hes in a car in & out of these narrow two lanes cutting off other's forceing them to stop including myself im a 28yr driver thos is the first time i felt the need to report another Driver
Company has extremely poor communication! Contract was terminated and was promised to have esgrow money refunded within 45 days and still haven't received MY MONEY DO NOT recommended working here! Dispatch manager has extremely poor communication and doesn't respond to the needs of their drivers timely, Also because he is overworked he makes mistakes on your pay and shorts you hundreds of dollars and sometimes it takes a few weeks to correct
Great company to work for.
Awesome service!
Great place to work for
I been with them for only 4.5 months it’s been great. Plenty of work to be had if willing to work. And hour’s permit.
Great opportunities for Owner Operators, Lease Purchase and Company Drivers. Solid company serving multiple midwest locations
Best company ive worked for so far you dont get micromanaged they send you the load you pick it up run it and get paid no BS at all
The equipment at this company is terrible. They don't want to fix things and still expect you to run. If you get caught as A driver with bad equipment it is on you so beware.
The Joliet terminal treated me like a person and not just an employee.the dispatchers were the best,they seemed to actually care.the work was always there and the pay was never bad.
Good company but lack of management very long hours no set micro management etc etc etc needs to be more time efficient Hard to contact manager when needs not Dependable
The job is decent and the hours are good, but the communication from management is terrible. Often times you're ignored or you don't receive responses for a day or two.
Decent company to work for. A noticeable decrease in freight in the past year. Very flexible when time off needed. Management tried too keep operators busy even with struggling market.
I'm a owner operator leased to Calhoun and I absolutely love working here. The whole staff here at the Omaha terminal makes coming to work a joy. I have yet to meet any other driver with anything negative to say about Calhoun. With 35 years in trucking this is by far one of the best companies I've ever been associated with. I plan on finishing my career with Calhoun and retiring with this company.
you will not make any money with this company They care more about the company than their drivers. Dont expect any holiday bonuses either. Detroit Manager only cares about himself
fast and reliable company to work for
Good payment
5 years and I’m very happy
great team of dispatchers, managers, and mechanics who are always there to help
feel valued
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