CDL-A Flatbed Driver

Rouse Trucking • Chattanooga, TN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Rouse Trucking is hiring CDL-A flatbed drivers for practical regional scheduling, steady freight movement, and regular home time every 7–14 days with a 34–48 hour reset. Drivers will haul building materials, pipe, coils, and similar flatbed freight. Tarping is required on approximately 3 out of 5 loads. The primary running area is generally east of I-35. Drivers should be comfortable with load securement and tarping as part of the position. The company operates 2020 through 2025 Peterbilt 567 and 579 tractors with automatic and manual transmission options, and 2024 48-foot spread-axle flatbed trailers. Trucks are governed at 70 MPH and drivers may take their assigned truck home if they have a safe place to park it. Regular maintenance supports dependable operation and reduces downtime. Transition pay is provided during the first few weeks to help drivers get familiar with routes, scheduling, and dispatch operations.

Requirements

• Valid CDL-A license
• At least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience within the last 5 years
• At least 6 months of flatbed experience
• Tarping and load securement experience

Responsibilities

• Haul building materials, pipe, coils, and similar flatbed freight.
• Perform tarping on approximately 3 out of 5 loads.
• Ensure proper load securement.
• Operate assigned Peterbilt 567/579 equipment.
• Adhere to practical regional scheduling.
• Take assigned truck home if a safe parking place is available.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Vacation time
• $5,000 solo sign-on bonus
• Transition pay
• One pet allowed with a $500 non-refundable deposit (no breed or weight restrictions, cats allowed)
• One passenger allowed (must be at least 10 years old and require liability form)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed