Free Load Board | C.H. Robinson (2024)

FAQs

Are free load boards worth it? ›

They are easy to use and relatively inexpensive. However, they are not the best tools for finding truck loads in the long term, especially high-paying loads. Furthermore, many free boards don't have some useful features that are included in paid boards. Remember that you get exactly what you pay for.

Save time and reduce empty miles with the largest free carrier load board in North America. C.H. Robinson allows you to match your preferences and search history when booking instantly from our live truck load boards. Search available freight—find recommended loads with our free load boards.

Freight type

For example, refrigerated loads (a.k.a. reefers) will generally earn more money than van freight because they require a specialized truck. Similarly, flatbed loads often have higher rates because they are heavier or larger than the average load.

Robinson ID number on load confirmations or check stubs. All ID numbers start with “T” followed by a series of numbers. Having trouble locating your ID number? Call +1 800-326-9977 and ask for your T-number.

DAT is the best resource in the trucking industry. DAT helps make finding loads for truck drivers a quick and efficient experience.

If you're a shipper, you can use DAT's load boards to post your loads, benchmark your rates, and manage your carrier network. If you're a carrier, you'll have access to postings from freight brokers and our direct shipper load boards, as well.

C.H. Robinson offers multiple ways to get paid quickly. Cash Advances allow you to get up to 60% of your payment right when you pick up a load. Quick Pay ensures you get paid 2 days after you submit all load documents, including a proof of delivery.

Hauling is Easier with C.H. Robinson. Save time, reduce empty miles, and keep making money with the help of Navisphere® Carrier. You get more loads to choose from than any other provider, load recommendations catered to you, and the ability to book or make offers online.

C.H. Robinson also owns, Robinson Fresh, which buys and sells produce to the foodservice industry through independent produce growers and suppliers. C.H. Robinson's transportation of goods accounts for about 94% of its gross net revenues with the remainder coming from sourcing and marketing fresh produce.

What truckload pays the most? Heavy hauls, oversized loads and time-sensitive shipments tend to pay the best. But desperate shippers may pay a premium for standard freight if they're having trouble finding a carrier.

What freight makes the most money? ›

Hazmat Hauling

The Hazmat industry has some of the best paying trucking companies. This is because Hazmat hauling involves transporting hazardous materials such as chemicals, fuel and explosives.

Ask truckers how long it usually takes them to get paid for the loads they haul, and you'll hear 30 days. Sometimes, they get paid as quickly as two weeks, but the norm is monthly. That's an ideal situation. You might run into a company that is short on cash and delays payments.

Whether you're shipping hazardous materials (HAZMAT) or looking for specific services like power only, C.H. Robinson has you covered.

In fact, many large and very successful transportation companies do not own trucks. C.H. Robinson is one of those companies. The consideration to own or not own can be subtle, and we can find pros and cons on all sides of the equation.

amount of time to get paid varies from company to company. Our load board displays days-to-pay which helps you evaluate how long a broker or shipper will usually take to pay you. If you can't wait 3-4 weeks to get paid, get paid faster with Thunder Funding, our exclusive factoring and fuel card partner.

Trucker Path is a load board that offers a hot shot pickup truck driver free, unlimited access to over 150,000 loads on a daily basis. The platform has a mobile app that is available for IOS and Android users alike.

Hire a dispatcher directly (with industry experience and contacts in tow) or contract with a trucking dispatching service to help connect you with brokers and shippers. In many cases, trucking dispatchers can also provide some administrative services like accounting, billing, and collections.