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PEO for trucking & transportation
Find a PEO that will
actually cover your fleet.
For trucking carriers, last-mile and courier fleets, logistics companies and movers with 5–500 employees. Compare 40+ vetted PEOs on work comp for drivers, DOT compliance support, driver pay and benefits that keep CDL drivers, then onboard to the best fit without becoming a PEO expert. Free comparison, no obligation.
Built for:
Local & regional carriers
Last-mile & courier
Logistics & 3PL
Movers & haulers
Your PEO shortlist
52-person regional carrier · 38 CDL drivers · 4 states
Illustrative example
PEO A
Best fit
Match
91%
Writes driver work comp
Yes (7219)
DOT compliance support
Built in
Mileage & per diem pay
Supported
All-in / employee / mo
$1,284
Exit fee
None
PEO B
Shortlisted
Match
79%
Writes driver work comp
Local only
DOT compliance support
Built in
Mileage & per diem pay
Supported
All-in / employee / mo
$1,198
Exit fee
$3,000
PEO C
Shortlisted
Match
74%
Writes driver work comp
Yes (7219)
DOT compliance support
Not offered
Mileage & per diem pay
Supported
All-in / employee / mo
$1,251
Exit fee
None
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Sound familiar?
You run the fleet.
HR shouldn't run you.
Carriers and logistics companies run on thin margins, scarce drivers and constant compliance. Here's what owners, safety managers and ops leaders tell us most, and where the right PEO fits.
“We hire drivers faster than we can keep them.”
Every driver who leaves means recruiting, onboarding, a new DQ file and an empty seat. A PEO's large-group benefits and smoother onboarding give your drivers more reasons to stay with your fleet.
“Three PEOs turned us down because we're trucking.”
Many PEOs limit or decline transportation, especially long-haul and heavy-haul. We screen 40+ vetted PEOs for the ones that actually write work comp for your class codes and operating radius, so you stop wasting time on no's.
“Drug testing and the Clearinghouse eat up our safety manager's week.”
DOT drug and alcohol testing, Clearinghouse queries, MVRs and driver qualification files all need tracking. Some PEOs bring DOT compliance support or partner programs, and we show you which ones before you sign.
“Mileage pay, per diem and detention make payroll a mess.”
Per-mile rates, per diem, detention, layover and safety bonuses each hit payroll and taxes differently. A PEO runs driver pay accurately and keeps overtime rules straight for your non-exempt staff.
“One accident and our work comp goes through the roof.”
Driving, loading and dock work carry real injury risk, and premiums follow your claims. The right PEO brings safety programs, claims management and often pay-as-you-go work comp based on actual payroll.
“Are our owner-operators contractors or employees?”
Owner-operators, company drivers, dispatchers and dock staff each follow different rules, and some states test contractor status strictly. A PEO helps you classify correctly and covers your W-2 team with benefits and HR support.
Why carriers use a PEO
Think of a PEO as leasing on
with a bigger carrier.
Owner-operators lease onto a larger carrier's authority to get its insurance, compliance and freight while still running their own truck. A PEO (Professional Employer Organization) works the same way for HR: it pools your team with thousands of other employees for large-group benefits, workers' comp and HR expertise, while you keep your trucks, your customers and every operating decision.
4.4
injury and illness cases per 100 full-time workers in transportation and warehousing in 2024, vs. 2.3 across private industry
261K
nonfatal injury and illness cases in transportation and warehousing in 2024
202K
CDL holders were in prohibited status in the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse in January 2026
12%
lower employee turnover for businesses that use a PEO
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, FreightWaves, citing FMCSA Clearinghouse data (March 2026) and NAPEO.
What you get
Built for drivers, docks and dispatch.
Work comp that covers drivers, with safety programs and claims management
DOT compliance support, including drug testing programs where offered
Driver pay: mileage, per diem, detention and safety bonuses
Benefits that keep CDL drivers, with large-group pricing
Classification help for owner-operators, company drivers and dock staff
Multi-state payroll for drivers who live and run across state lines
Free for carriers
See which PEOs will cover your fleet.
Share your headcount, class codes, radius and states. We'll line up vetted PEOs that write transportation side by side, every fee decoded.
Why compare here first
Do a pre-trip on your PEO
before you sign.
You'd never roll out without a pre-trip inspection. Your PEO deserves the same: transportation appetite, work comp programs, DOT support, pricing and contract terms vary widely. PEO Marketplace does the discovery, evaluation and onboarding work, so you land on the best-fit PEO without becoming a PEO expert.
Discover
PEOs that actually write trucking
P.A.U.L., our AI PEO assistant, screens 40+ vetted PEOs by class codes, operating radius, states and fleet size, so you only evaluate PEOs that will cover your operation.
Evaluate
Every proposal, inspected
Admin fees, benefits, work comp rates and setup costs decoded line by line in one standardized format, so you see the real all-in cost per employee.
Onboard
Switch without parking a truck
We guide census, plan selection and go-live timing around your payroll cycle and work comp renewal, and flag auto-renewals and exit terms before you sign.
Free for carriers
Paid by the PEO you ultimately choose
Like a recruiter, our fee comes from the PEO you ultimately pick. Our team's side-by-side comparison costs you nothing, and the first 50 businesses get free beta access to the platform.
What it looks like
A 52-person regional carrier in four states
A common picture: a regional carrier with 38 CDL drivers, dispatch and a small shop running in four states, with two PEO declines on file, rising work comp premiums and a safety manager buried in drug testing and DQ files. Here's how the owner's year changes once the right PEO is in place. More real outcomes in our case studies.
Illustrative example based on common carrier setups.
Before
Declined by PEOs that don't write trucking
Drivers leaving for bigger fleets
Per diem and mileage pay done by hand
Work comp premiums rising after claims
After
Matched with PEOs that cover the fleet
Large-group benefits that help retain drivers
Driver pay processed accurately
Safety support and claims management
Before you sign anything
6 questions every carrier should ask a PEO
We check every one of these for you, and lay the answers out side by side.
Do you write work comp for our class codes, radius and states?
What DOT compliance support do you offer, including drug testing?
Can you handle mileage pay, per diem, detention and bonuses?
How do you treat owner-operators versus company drivers?
How do your benefits compare with what larger fleets offer drivers?
What are the all-in costs per employee, and what are the exit terms?
Your options
Three ways to buy PEO services.
Only one compares them all for you.
Going direct to a PEO
Traditional broker
PEO Marketplace
PEOs you compare
One by one
The few they work with
40+ vetted PEOs, side by side
Your time
Slowest
Faster
Fastest
Proposals
Their format
Each PEO's own format
Standardized format, decoded line by line
Quote paperwork
You gather it
You gather it
Done for you, or guided DIY if you prefer
Cost to your business
Free
Usually free
Free, paid by the PEO you choose
Contract review
On your own
Varies
Before you sign
After you sign
The PEO's service team
Varies
Quarterly advocacy check-ins
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Trucking FAQ
PEO for trucking:
what fleet owners ask first.
Reviewed by PEO Marketplace, a licensed Florida insurance agency (#L129491). Last updated October 2026.
What is the best PEO for trucking companies?
There isn't one best PEO for every carrier. The right fit depends on your class codes, operating radius, states, fleet size and benefit goals, and many PEOs don't write trucking at all. We screen 40+ vetted PEOs on those factors and compare the best fits side by side. For a deeper look, read our guide to the best PEOs for trucking and transportation.
Do PEOs work with trucking companies?
Some do, and many don't. Long-haul, heavy-haul and hazmat operations are often limited or declined, while local and regional carriers, couriers and logistics companies have more options. The key is finding PEOs whose work comp program fits your operation, which is the first thing we screen for. Under 50 employees? See PEOs for small business.
Which PEO is best for a trucking company with owner-operators?
One that clearly separates owner-operators from your W-2 team. Owner-operators leased to you are usually independent contractors, so a PEO covers your company drivers, dispatchers, mechanics and office staff. Some states test contractor status strictly, so get classification right before you onboard.
Can a PEO help with DOT drug and alcohol testing?
Some can. Certain PEOs offer DOT compliance support or partner programs for drug and alcohol testing, Clearinghouse queries and driver qualification files; others leave DOT compliance to you. Ask each PEO exactly what's included.
How does a PEO handle work comp for truck drivers?
The right PEO places drivers, dock staff, mechanics and office roles in the correct class codes, supports safety programs and manages claims, often with pay-as-you-go billing. Rates and appetite vary widely by PEO and state, so compare work comp side by side. Running a warehouse too? See PEOs for manufacturing.
Can a PEO run mileage pay and per diem?
Yes. PEOs run payroll with per-mile rates, per diem, detention, layover and bonuses, and keep each pay type taxed correctly. Confirm how each PEO connects to your dispatch or ELD-based pay system.
Do we keep control of hiring and dispatch?
Yes. You keep hiring, driver pay rates, dispatch, safety decisions and every operating decision. The PEO handles payroll, benefits, tax filings and HR administration as a co-employer.
How much does a PEO cost for a trucking company?
Expect an admin fee per employee or a percentage of payroll, plus benefits and workers' comp, which is often the biggest line item for carriers. Work comp rates for drivers can differ widely between PEOs, so compare all-in cost side by side. For a quick estimate, try our PEO cost calculator.
Can a PEO help us keep drivers?
It can help. Stronger benefits, smoother onboarding and consistent HR practices give drivers, dispatchers and dock staff more reasons to stay. NAPEO research finds businesses that use a PEO have 12% lower employee turnover.
Is PEO Marketplace free for trucking companies?
Yes. Comparing PEOs with our team is free for trucking and transportation companies. Like a recruiter, we're paid by the PEO you choose. The platform itself is free for the first 50 businesses during the beta, with paid plans announced at launch. Businesses on a full-service PEO (PEO, health and workers' comp) are backed by our $500 per employee per year savings guarantee.
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