Job Openings Flatbed CDL-A Driver – $1,500–$2,000 Weekly – Regional Steel & Coil Freight

About the job Flatbed CDL-A Driver – $1,500–$2,000 Weekly – Regional Steel & Coil Freight

Drivers located near Hattiesburg, MS can join a regional flatbed fleet hauling steel, pipe, and coil freight across five surrounding states (MS, AL, LA, AR, TN). Drivers in this lane typically run 2,300–2,800 miles weekly, earning $1,500–$2,000 per week depending on miles and load volume.

  • Compensation
  • Drivers are paid 27% of linehaul revenue, typically comparable to around $0.70 CPM depending on freight and routing.
  • $40 tarp pay per tarped load
  • $16/hour detention pay after 2 hours
  • $50 layover pay after 24 hours
  • $300 weekly non-taxed per diem
  • Safety and clean inspection bonuses

Sign-On Bonus

  • Total sign-on bonus $5,000
  • $1,500 paid with the first paycheck
  • $1,500 after 6 months
  • $2,000 after one year

Home Time

  • Drivers are generally home Friday night or Saturday morning, providing a 34–48 hour reset at home most weekends.
  • Drivers who choose to stay on the road longer may have opportunities to run additional miles when available.

Freight & Equipment

  • Drivers transport flat steel, pipe, and coil freight using flatbed trailers across regional lanes.
  • Around 40% of loads require tarping, while the rest involves standard flatbed securement.
  • Drivers run Kenworth T680 trucks (2022 and newer) that are 100% assigned, and drivers may take their truck home between runs.

Benefits

  • $300 weekly non-taxed per diem
  • Rider and pet program available from the first day
  • Medical, dental, and 401(k) with company match after 30 days

Driver Requirements

  • Valid CDL A 
  • Must be 22 years of age or older
  • 12 months verifiable flatbed experience within the past 5 years
  • Experience securing steel, pipe, or coil freight required
  • Knowledge of chains, straps, binders, and tarps (40–50% loads tarped)
  • No DUI/DWI within the past 5 years and no Clearinghouse violations
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screening
  • Clean MVR preferred

Join the Fleet

Experienced flatbed drivers looking for steady regional miles and strong weekly pay are encouraged to apply today.

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