Choose Your Loads. Build Your Business Your Way.
Secrest Direct Inc. helps qualified owner-operators and small fleet owners understand the process of leasing their equipment to Landstar. Explore equipment paths, load choice, current program details, and business support available through the Landstar® network.
Is This a Fit for Your Trucking Business?
This path is intended for owner-operators and fleet owners who own or lease qualifying equipment. It is not a company-driver position.
Owner-operators who lease their equipment to Landstar operate as independent contractors and run their own business; Secrest Direct supports applicants through the process as an independent agent.
Tell Us About Your Trucking Business
Share a few details about your role, equipment, and operation. A Secrest Direct representative can explain current requirements and the next steps in the process.
- For owner-operators and small fleet owners
- Own or lease qualifying equipment
- Request information before starting the full application
By submitting this form, you understand that your information is being submitted to Secrest Direct Inc. (independent Landstar agent) for the purpose of responding to your request. Your submission may be stored in Secrest Direct’s website form system and shared with authorized agency contacts involved in responding to you. Please do not submit sensitive information unless it is specifically requested as part of the application process. See our privacy policy for details on use, retention, protection, and sharing. This is a Secrest Direct form and is not operated by Landstar corporate.
You choose the loads that fit your business.
Keep cash flow moving with regular settlement timing.
Search and compare available freight through the load board.
Get clear answers on requirements, documents, and next steps.
Is This Right for Your Trucking Business?
Clear expectations help you decide whether to request information, review another path, or begin the full application.
Owner-operators remain independent contractors and are responsible for running their own business.
- You own or lease a qualifying tractor.
- You meet the current CDL and experience requirements.
- You want to evaluate available loads and equipment paths.
- You are prepared to complete Landstar's qualification process.
Understand the Business Model Before You Apply
Review how load choice, equipment paths, current program details, and agency support may fit the way you operate.
Load Choice
Review available freight and decide which options fit your business.
Route Planning
Use current freight information to evaluate routes and operating plans.
Current Program Details
Review current compensation, settlement, deductions, and program information.
Equipment Options
Explore dry van, flatbed, heavy haul, and specialized information based on qualifications.
Application Guidance
Understand documents, requirements, and what happens at each step.
Direct Agency Contact
Ask Secrest Direct questions before deciding whether to proceed.
Percentages, examples, and program details are subject to change. Confirm current terms during the qualification and application process.
Pay, Freight, Requirements, and the Process
Use these pages to answer the practical questions that matter before you begin the full application.
Pay & Program Details
Review current compensation, settlement, deductions, and available program information.
Load Board & Freight
Learn about freight-search tools and available freight through the Landstar® network.
Requirements
Check current truck, CDL, insurance, experience, and equipment requirements.
Application Process
See what information is requested and what happens after you submit.
Information for the Equipment You Run
Availability and qualification vary by equipment and current business needs. Start with the category that best matches your operation.
Dry Van
Review dry van information, current requirements, freight access, and available program details.
Flatbed
Review flatbed information, securement expectations, current requirements, and available freight.
Heavy & Specialized
Learn about current heavy-haul and specialized requirements for qualified operators and equipment.
Secrest Direct Inc.
Independent Landstar Agent ·
DUV/RKY
10922 State Route 212 NE
Bolivar, Ohio 44612
Direct Guidance from an Independent Agency
Secrest Direct Inc. is a separate business entity from Landstar corporate. The agency can help owner-operators understand current requirements, documents, and the application process.
- A clear point of contact for questions
- Guidance on current requirements and documents
- Support for solo owner-operators and small fleets
- Information for dry van, flatbed, and heavy or specialized paths
Real Feedback from Truckers Who Worked with Secrest Direct
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A Clear Path from First Question to Qualification
Start with the information you need. Move into the formal application only when you are ready.
Review Your Fit
Check current truck, experience, CDL, insurance, and equipment requirements.
Request Information
Share basic equipment details and ask Secrest Direct your practical questions.
Start the Application
Complete the formal application when the opportunity fits your business.
Complete Qualification
Landstar reviews the application, documents, and eligibility requirements.
Questions Owner-Operators Ask Before Starting
These are general informational answers. Requirements, availability, compensation, and program details can change. Confirm current terms during the qualification process.
This information path is intended for owner-operators and fleet owners who own or lease qualifying equipment. If you do not currently have a truck, review the lease-options information before submitting.
No. Owner-operators who lease their equipment to Landstar operate as independent contractors and run their own business. Secrest Direct supports applicants through the process as an independent agent.
Current program information describes qualified owner-operators reviewing available freight and deciding which loads fit their operation. Availability and program details vary, so confirm current terms during qualification.
Review the pay and program information, then confirm current percentages, settlement timing, deductions, and other details during the qualification or application process.
Information is available for dry van, flatbed, heavy haul, and specialized operations. Availability and qualification requirements vary by equipment and current business needs.
Yes. Small fleet owners may submit basic information so Secrest Direct can discuss current truck, driver, and document requirements.
An authorized Secrest Direct contact may review your submission and follow up about current requirements and next steps. Submitting the form does not guarantee qualification or approval.
The information is submitted to Secrest Direct Inc. so the agency can respond to your request. It may be stored in the website form system and sent to authorized agency contacts. Review the Privacy Policy for details on use, retention, protection, and sharing.
Move Forward at the Pace That Fits You
You do not need to start the full application just to ask a question.
Still Evaluating?
Request owner-operator information, review current requirements, or call Secrest Direct with a practical question about your equipment.
Ready to Continue?
Review the formal application process and begin when you have the required information and documents ready.
Ready to Evaluate the Next Step for Your Trucking Business?
Get clear information about current requirements, equipment paths, and the application process from Secrest Direct Inc.