NIS Express Inc
CDL-A Flatbed Driver - $1,500-$2,000 Weekly - Regional Steel Freight
Job Summary
Tupelo, MS
0+ Months of CDL Experience
401k
sign on bonus
bonus
layover pay
driver program
Job Details
Equipment
Flatbed
Handling Type
Tarping
Transmission Type
Automatic
Job Requirements
CDL Experience
0+ (includes CDL students)
Full Description
About the job CDL-A Flatbed Driver - $1,500-$2,000 Weekly - Regional Steel Freight
Experienced CDL-A flatbed drivers based near Tupelo, MS run regional freight across five surrounding states (MS, AL, TN, AR, LA) hauling flat steel, pipe, and coil loads. Drivers typically run 2,300-2,800 miles per week, earning $1,500-$2,000 weekly depending on miles and freight volume.
Pay & Incentives
Drivers earn 27% of every load, typically comparable to around $0.70 CPM depending on routing and freight.
- $40 tarp pay per tarped load
- $50 layover pay after 24 hours
- $16/hour detention pay after 2 hours
- $300 weekly non-taxed per diem
- Safety and clean inspection bonuses
Sign-On Bonus
- Total $5,000 sign-on bonus
- $1,500 on first paycheck
- $1,500 after 6 months
- $2,000 after 12 months
Home Time
Drivers are typically home Friday evening or early Saturday morning, allowing time for a 34-48 hour reset before the next dispatch cycle.
Drivers who choose to remain out longer may have the opportunity to run additional miles and increase weekly earnings.
Freight & Equipment
Drivers haul flat steel, pipe, and coil freight using flatbed trailers across regional routes.
Approximately 40% of loads require tarping, while the rest of the freight involves standard flatbed securement.
Drivers operate 2022+ Kenworth T680 trucks that are 100% assigned, and drivers may take their truck home during time off.
Trailers are equipped with chains, straps, and coil racks for proper load securement.
Benefits & Driver Programs
- $300 weekly non-taxed per diem
- Rider and pet program available from day one (no fees)
- Medical, dental, and 401(k) with company match after 30 days
Requirements
- Valid CDL A & 22+ years old
- 12 months verifiable flatbed experience within the past 5 years
- Steel, pipe, or coil securement experience required
- Ability to work with 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
Apply Today
Flatbed drivers looking for steady regional miles and dependable home time are encouraged to apply.
Our recruiting team will contact qualified drivers quickly.
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