Drive for ArcBest^® Truckload  

Choose the freight you want to keep your business running strong

Partner with ArcBest as a contract carrier and build the successful business you want. We’re committed to connecting you to the right loads, keeping you moving, reducing your empty miles and paying you quickly. And, you’ll get around-the-clock support whenever and however you need us. 

Learn more about partnering with ArcBest.

Access to technology that makes it easier for you to make money

Use the ArcBest Carrier Portal to access thousands of truckload shipments every day — from small shippers to some of the largest in North America. You’ll have opportunities for repetitive shipments in high volume lanes to keep your load and unload schedule synchronized and your business profitable. Select the loads that make the most sense for your needs and choose from a variety of payment options to help improve your cashflow.  

Learn more about the ArcBest Carrier Portal and our flexible payment options for contract carriers.

Make selecting loads simple with our Auto-Award Program

We care about your business and place a high value on carriers that haul for us regularly and deliver superior service. If you’re a reliable, high-performing carrier, join the ArcBest Auto-Award Program and get first access to shipments. Just tell us the lanes you want, the equipment you have and the schedule and rate you need. We’ll load your preferences into our system and send a proactive notification each time a shipment matches — it's yours to accept or decline. 
 
Learn more about how you can grow your business through our Carrier Auto Award Program. 

Join the ArcBest team. We’re now accepting contract carriers who meet these requirements:  

• Active operating authority for at least 90 consecutive days 

• Insurance coverage of at least $1 million general liability, $1 million auto and $100,000 cargo 

• Unrated or satisfactory safety rating 

• Copy of a signed W-9 

• Minimum of one reference
   

Getting started is easy  

Apply today! Become an approved ArcBest Truckload provider in as little as 15 minutes — and do it all online!