CDL-A Flatbed Driver

RouseTrucking; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation time

Job summary

Rouse Trucking in Atlanta, GA is seeking CDL-A flatbed drivers for regional freight stability and dependable equipment with regular home time every 7–14 days and a 34–48 hour reset. Assigned trucks and 2024–2025 trailers support efficient operations.

Weekly pay ranges from $1,700 to $1,800 with $30 paid on every load and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for solo drivers. Drivers tarping loads regularly and load securement experience are valued. Home time and safety are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 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 flatbed freight including building materials, pipes, coils and similar loads.
• Tarp loads when required and ensure load securement.
• Operate assigned Peterbilt tractors and maintain timely delivery within regional routes.

Skills

CDL-A

Tarping

Load securement

Education

1 year tractor-trailer experience (last 5 years)

6 months flatbed experience

Job description

Pay: $1,700 to $1,800 per week | Home Time: Home every 7–14 days with a 34–48 hour reset

Freight: Flatbed | Location: Atlanta, GA 30303

• Regional freight stability
• $30 paid on every load
• Assigned Peterbilt 567/579 equipment
• $5,000 solo sign-on bonus

Rouse Trucking is hiring CDL-A flatbed drivers for regional freight stability, dependable equipment, and regular home time every 7–14 days with a 34–48 hour reset.

Pay & Home Time

• Weekly pay $1,700 to $1,800
• Home every 7–14 days with a 34–48 hour reset
• 70 CPM with loaded and empty miles paid
• Additional $30 paid on every load
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for solo drivers

Flatbed Freight

The position handles building materials, pipe, coils, and similar flatbed products. Tarping is required on approximately 3 out of 5 loads.

• $30 load pay whether tarping is required or not
• Loaded and empty miles paid
• Primary running area generally east of I-35

Drivers should be comfortable with tarping and load securement. Routes can vary based on customer needs.

Equipment

Rouse Trucking provides 2020 through 2025 Peterbilt 567 and 579 tractors with automatic and manual transmission options.

• Assigned trucks
• 2024 48-foot spread-axle flatbed trailers
• Trucks governed at 70 MPH

Drivers may take their assigned truck home with a safe place to park it. Regular equipment maintenance helps support dependable operation and reduce downtime.

Transition Pay

You'll receive transition pay during your first few weeks while getting familiar with routes, scheduling, and dispatch operations.

Pet & Passenger Policy

Drivers may bring one pet. There are no breed or weight restrictions, and cats are allowed.

One passenger is allowed with the required liability form. The passenger must be at least 10 years old.

Benefits

Health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and vacation time are available.

What We Need From You

• 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

EOE: 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.