FAQ
Thank you for visiting our site! We hope our mission spoke to you and the needs for your trucking business. In this section, we have compiled the most frequently asked questions from Owner Operators about who we are, how we operate and what we can do for you at DDT Logistics. If you can’t find what you need here, feel free to schedule a quick call with us HERE!
Great question! Where are you in your business and what would help you to build and grow? Please familiarize yourself with the rate per mile (RPM) that works best for your equipment, fixed expenses (equipment payments, insurance, licensing, permits, etc) and variable expenses (fuel, labor, tires, maintenance, meals, lodging, repairs, services, etc). Don’t go in blind…determine what you need and let's discuss.
We'll offer recommendations and suggestions, but at the end of the day, it is your business. We always recommend that our clients ask questions, learn every aspects of the business that you have the capacity to retain, and become knowledgeable about the moving parts behind the scenes. We are always happy to shed light on the inner workings and share our knowledge and experiences.
We would love to work with you for years to come! But, if the plan is to eventually learn the ropes, transition into your business full time, or even come off the road and scale your business, we are happy to help. A reason, a season, or a lifetime!
Feel free to email us at services@ddt-logistics.com if you have any questions.
It should take you 20 - 25 mins to complete your Carrier Setup form. We will have your dashboard and profile setup in our database within 24 hours of all of your profile and documents being submitted. We will let you know if we need any additional information, but if you follow the form, we should have all we need when you hit submit.
Please be sure to answer all questions and provide as much detail as possible. Tractor/trailer dimensions, shipping accessories (Jack, straps, tarps, etc), and route/load preferences are important to us getting you the loads you are able to handle, what you like to move, and where we can send you. We like to be productive and efficient, so the more info you can provide initially, the sooner we can get you moving and/or organized.
Feel free to email us at services@ddt-logistics.com if you have any questions.
We prefer time in business of 90 days or more, but do not require it. Otherwise, your authority and insurance must be active.
Insurance Requirements:
Minimum $1 million auto liability insurance
Minimum $100,000 cargo insurance policy
Reefer Breakdown on insurance certificate (if applicable)
**Power only carriers must also have $40,000 non-owned trailer or interchange insurance**
Feel free to email us at services@ddt-logistics.com if you have any questions.
We provide both percentage and set rate options for our services.
Full Service Dispatching - Ranges from 6% to 10%, or will be $500 per truck for fleets of three or more.
Back Office Support - If you only require back office support, you have the option weekly or monthly to provide a complete compliance dashboard, carrier packets, invoicing and more!
Driver Recruiting - Ranges from $750 to $1500 depending on your driver needs. 50% due at signing of recruitment request to begin search and remainder is do once candidate completes orientation. If candidate does not complete orientation for any reason, a new search will begin with no additional deposit needed. Full service dispatch carriers receive discounted rate for recruiting support services.
Trailer Rentals or Purchase Options - If you need to secure a trailer, we will work with our partners to secure the equipment you need at or as close as possible to your budgeted rate. This is a provided service for our dispatch and recruiting clients only.
Feel free to email us at services@ddt-logistics.com if you have any questions.