Secrest Direct Inc. is an independent Landstar agent (DUV/RKY).
| Questions? 877-441-9128 Contact Application Login |
Secrest Direct Inc. is an independent Landstar agent (DUV/RKY).
| Questions? 877-441-9128 Contact Application Login |
Secrest Direct – a Landstar Agent – Non-forced Dispatch for Owner-Operators
Secrest Direct INC. is an independent Landstar agent based in Bolivar, Ohio, operating under agency codes DUV (freight) and RKY (recruiting). Founded by Jeff Secrest, Secrest Direct has grown into one of Landstar’s most recognized and decorated recruiting agencies, earning the Agent of the Year award twice consecutively, a distinction never achieved before in Landstar’s history.
Agency: Secrest Direct Inc. (DUV/RKY)
Owner: Jeff Secrest
Recruiter: James McNiff
Location: Bolivar, Ohio
Phone: 877-441-9128
BCOs Served: 500+
Secrest Direct is a DUV/RKY Landstar agent, two separate but connected designations that describe what we do:
DUV – the freight dispatching side of our business. DUV helps owner-operators find and move loads efficiently, reduce deadhead miles, and maximize revenue per week using the Landstar load board.
RKY – our recruiting domicile. RKY is the agency code under which owner-operators sign on with Landstar through us. When a driver leases through nonforceddispatch.com, they become part of the RKY family.
Our agency is located at Gulliver’s Truck Stop off Exit 93 of I-77 in Bolivar, Ohio, one of the most accessible locations for drivers traveling through the Midwest. We have served over 500 loyal owner-operators across all 48 states.
Jeff Secrest – Independent Landstar Agent & Owner
Jeff Secrest is the founder and owner of Secrest Direct Inc. Under his leadership, the agency has earned two consecutive Landstar Agent of the Year awards, a first in Landstar’s history. Jeff built Secrest Direct around a simple belief: that owner-operators should be treated as business partners, not just freight movers.
James McNiff – Lead Recruiter
James McNiff is Secrest Direct’s lead recruiter and the primary point of contact for drivers interested in leasing on with Landstar. James can be reached directly at 877-441-9128 or by email at james.mcniff@landstarmail.com. Office hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST. Ready to get started? Apply now!
When you come to Secrest Direct as an owner-operator looking to join Landstar, here is exactly what we provide:
We will walk you through every stage of the owner-operator application process, from your initial inquiry to completing your Landstar application, submitting your CDL and medical card, and scheduling orientation.
We offer live load board demos so you can see exactly how the Landstar load board works before you commit. Call 877-441-9128 to schedule yours.
Landstar gives you the freedom of 100% non-forced dispatch. We give you the support system behind that freedom.
The DUV side of Secrest Direct helps activate BCOs to maximize their earnings without driving more miles:
We help you use Landstar’s Lane Match feature to reduce fuel costs and deadhead miles.
We have partnered with multiple other Landstar agencies to match freight and keep your truck moving.
We teach you how to use the Landstar load board and Landstar’s other tools and technology to run your business smarter.
Our goal is to help you earn more while spending more time at home.
BCOs can also take advantage of the LCAPP program, saving money on fuel, tires, and parts.
Our Location
Secrest Direct Inc.
Landstar DUV/RKY Agency
10922 State Route 212 NE Boliver, Ohio 44612
Directions: Take Exit 93 off I-77. Go east on SR-212 for approximately half a mile. We are located past McDonald’s on the right-hand side. Truck parking is available.
Phone: 877-441-9128
Recruiter Direct: 330-484-6013 ext. 2 – ask for James McNiff
Email: james.mcniff@landstarmail.com
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST
There are hundreds of Landstar recruiting agencies across the country. Here is why drivers choose Secrest Direct:
Want to know if you qualify? Check the owner-operator requirements to see if you meet Landstar’s minimum standards.
2x consecutive Agent of the Year – the best track record of any recruiting agency in Landstar history.
500+ loyal owner-operators who trust us year after year
Dedicated retention support – we don’t just recruit you; we help you make money after you’re on board.
Convenient Ohio location – easily accessible from I-77 with truck parking on site.
Direct recruiter access – you always talk to a real person, not a call center
No. Secrest Direct Inc. is an independent agent for Landstar. We operate under Landstar’s DUV/RKY agency codes and recruit owner-operators to lease on with Landstar, but we are a separate business entity. Landstar is the carrier; Secrest Direct is your recruiting and support agency. To learn more about how Landstar works, visit our Landstar overview page.
There is no cost to work with us as your recruiting agent. Our job is to help you get signed on with Landstar and set you up for success. We are compensated by Landstar, not by our drivers. To get started at no cost, fill out our owner-operator business application.
Landstar requires a valid CDL, a minimum age of 23, OTR experience, and a truck that passes a Landstar DOT inspection. See the full list on our owner-operator requirements page.
Landstar typically pays BCOs between 70% and 75% of freight revenue, plus 100% of all fuel surcharges. See a full breakdown of owner-operator pay here.
The Landstar load board gives BCOs 24/7 access to thousands of available loads. You can filter by location, equipment type, rate, destination, and dates. Learn more about our trucking load board, or call 877-411-9128 to schedule a live demo.
The process has three steps: complete a short preliminary application, submit your work history, and then fax or email your CDL and medical card. See the full process on our owner-operator business application page, or apply now to start your trucking business.
Yes. Landstar provides cargo insurance and trailer insurance. Owner-operators are responsible for their own bobtail and occupational accident insurance. See a full break down about Landstar Insurance.
LCAPP stands for Landstar Contractors’ Advantage Purchasing Program. It gives BCOs volume discounts on fuel, tires, parts, and more, saving the average owner-operator $6,000-$7,000 per year. Learn more about our LCAPP Program.
We place drivers in dry van, flatbed, and heavy haul. Explore your options on dry van careers, flatbed careers, and heavy haul careers.
RKY is Secrest Direct’s Landstar domicile code, the identifier assigned to our recruiting agency by Landstar. When you apply through nonforceddispatch.com, you are applying under the RKY domicile, which means Secrest Direct is your Landstar agent.
Yes, we are located at 10922 State Route 212 NE, Bolivar, Ohio 44612, off Exit 93 of I-77. Truck parking is available. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 OM EST. Find us on our contact page.
The fastest way is to fill out the non-forced dispatch application or call James McNiff directly at 877-441-9128 (330-484-6013 ext. 2). Once you submit your application, our team will follow up to walk you through the next steps. You can also review our frequently asked questions for more details on the Landstar process.
Use the supporting pages below to move from compensation into freight planning, equipment, insurance, requirements and the formal application process.
Understand how freight search, load selection, destination, deadhead and available planning tools connect to the business.
See how dry van freight criteria, filters and load planning fit the equipment path.
Understand why trailer decisions can affect both compensation and expenses.
Review insurance information and the types of coverage that may affect operating expenses.
Learn about current purchasing programs that may help eligible owner-operators manage certain business costs.
Check current driver, tractor, documentation and qualification requirements before starting the formal process.
