CDL-A Flatbed Driver

Rouse Trucking • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Rouse Trucking is hiring experienced CDL-A flatbed drivers to haul coils, building materials, pipe, and similar freight, primarily east of I-35. Drivers are paid for loaded and empty miles and should be comfortable with hands-on flatbed work, including tarping and load securement. Tarping is needed on approximately three out of five loads, and drivers receive an additional $30 on every load whether tarping is required or not.

The position offers weekly earnings of $1,700 to $1,800 at 70 cents per mile, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus for solo drivers. Home time is every 7–14 days for a 34–48 hour reset. Drivers receive transition pay during their first few weeks while learning routes, scheduling, and dispatch operations.

Drivers are assigned a 2020–2025 Peterbilt 567 or 579 tractor, with automatic and manual transmission options, and a 2024 48-foot spread-axle flatbed trailer. Trucks are governed at 70 MPH. Drivers may take their assigned truck home if they have a safe place to park it. Regular maintenance is provided to support dependable operation and reduce downtime.

Drivers may bring one pet, with no breed or weight restrictions; cats are allowed. One passenger is permitted with the required liability form, provided the passenger is at least 10 years old. Health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and vacation time are available. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 coils, building materials, pipe, and similar flatbed freight.
• Tarp freight when required, approximately three out of five loads.
• Secure loads as part of regular flatbed work.
• Operate primarily in the area east of I-35.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Vacation time.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for solo drivers.
• Transition pay during the first few weeks.
• Additional $30 on every load, whether tarping is required or not.

What This Job Offers

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