CDL-A Flatbed Driver - Regional Steel & Pipe Freight - Weekly Pay $1,500-$2,000

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

CDL-A flatbed drivers near Pensacola, FL run regional freight hauling steel, pipe, and coil loads across five surrounding states (FL, AL, GA, MS, LA). Drivers typically average 2,300-2,800 miles weekly, earning $1,500-$2,000 per week depending on freight and miles.

Compensation

• Drivers earn 27% of each load, typically equivalent 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

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

• Drivers in this regional flatbed position are usually home Friday evening or Saturday morning, providing time for a 34-48 hour reset before the next dispatch cycle.
• Drivers who choose to remain out longer may have opportunities to pick up additional miles and increase weekly pay.

• Drivers transport flat steel, pipe, and coil freight using flatbed trailers throughout regional lanes.
• Around 40% of loads require tarping, while the remainder involves standard flatbed securement.
• Drivers run Kenworth T680 trucks (2022+) that are assigned to each driver, and drivers may take their truck home during time off.
• Trailers include the necessary chains, straps, and coil racks required for safe flatbed hauling.

• $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

• Must be 22 years or older
• At least 12 months of verifiable flatbed experience within the past 5 years
• Steel, pipe, or coil securement experience 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