Get Started With
BlackCheetah Dispatch
Welcome! Getting set up is super easy. This page walks you through everything step by step — in plain, simple language. No confusing trucking jargon. Just clear, easy steps.
⚡ Most drivers are fully set up and receiving loads within 24 hours. Here is exactly what happens and what we need from you.
4 Simple Steps to Your First Load
Think of it like this — you answer some questions, send us a few papers, sign one agreement, and we start finding you loads. That's it.
Tell Us About Your Truck
Send Your Documents
Sign the Agreement
Start Getting Loads
Tell Us About Your Truck & Send Your Documents
Fill out everything below and upload your documents right here. One form, one submit — and a dispatcher will call you within 2 hours to get your first load booked.
The Carrier Packet — Your Documents
Think of this like starting a new job. Your new employer needs to see your ID, social security card, and bank info before your first paycheck, right? Same idea here.
Brokers need these documents before they will release a load to any driver. We handle all of this for you — you just send us the documents once and we take care of the rest.
W-9 Form — Your Tax Information
This is a simple IRS form that tells the broker your legal business name, address, and tax ID number (EIN or Social Security number). Without this, the broker cannot legally pay you at the end of the year. Think of it like giving your employer your SSN when you start a new job.
MC Number, DOT Number & Authority Letter
Your MC number and DOT number are like your trucking license. They prove you have the legal right to haul freight across state lines. The broker checks these on the FMCSA website to make sure your authority is "Active." If it says "Suspended" — no load for you. Simple as that.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
This is a paper from your insurance company that proves you are covered. Brokers require at least $1,000,000 in Auto Liability and $100,000 in Cargo Insurance. Think of it like showing proof of car insurance — except for your truck and the freight inside it. The broker also needs to be listed on this paper as a "Certificate Holder."
ACH Form or Voided Check — Your Bank Info
This is how the broker sends your money directly to your bank account. You either fill out an ACH authorization form or just send a voided check. It is the same as setting up direct deposit for a paycheck. Without this, the broker cannot pay you electronically.
Notice of Assignment (NOA) — Only If You Factor
If you use a factoring company to get paid quickly (same day or next day instead of waiting 30 days), you need to send a "Notice of Assignment." This tells the broker to send your payment to the factoring company instead of directly to you. If you don't use factoring, you don't need this at all.
Signed Carrier Agreement
This is the legal contract between you and the broker. It says when you will get paid (usually 30 days), who is responsible if something goes wrong, and what extra charges apply. You have to sign this before the broker releases your first load with them. Every broker has their own version.
One More Thing — Protecting You From Fraud
There is a lot of fraud in trucking right now. Bad people steal loads by pretending to be a real driver. We verify every driver to protect you and your business. Here is what we also collect for your own safety record:
- Your full legal name and CDL number (and which state issued it)
- We confirm your truck and trailer license plates match what is on your insurance
- We check for double-brokering red flags before any load is confirmed
Your Complete Document Checklist
Print this out or save it on your phone. These are all the documents you need to send us before we can book your first load.
You Don't Have to Do This Alone
This might sound like a lot of paperwork. But here is the truth — BlackCheetah Dispatch handles all of this for you. You send us the documents one time and we do the rest.
We Fill Out the Forms
We fill out and submit all broker carrier packets on your behalf. You never have to figure out what goes where.
We Check Every Broker
Before we send your documents to any broker, we verify their credit rating and payment history so you always get paid.
We Handle All the Calls
All broker negotiations, rate confirmations, and back-and-forth communication — we handle it so you can focus on driving.
We Do Your Invoicing
After every load, we generate and submit your invoice to the broker. You get paid faster with zero paperwork on your end.
We Track Your Compliance
We monitor your MC/DOT authority, insurance renewals, and IFTA filings so nothing expires and you stay compliant.
We're Available 24/7
Flat tire at 2am? Load cancelled last minute? Your dedicated dispatcher is always just a phone call away.
Ready? Fill Out This Form
Fill this out right now and a BlackCheetah dispatcher will call you within 2 hours to walk you through everything and get you set up.
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