CDL-A Flatbed Driver

RouseTrucking; Boston (MA); 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 is seeking experienced CDL-A flatbed drivers to haul coils, pipe, and building materials from Boston, MA. Drivers work mostly east of I-35 and are paid loaded and empty miles with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for solo drivers.

Expect home time every 7-14 days with a 34-48 hour reset, and a fleet of 2020–2025 Peterbilt tractors and 2024 flatbed trailers. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, and vacation time.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Haul coils, pipe, building materials and similar freight on flatbed.
• Tarping required on approximately 3 of 5 loads.
• Secure loads and manage tarping when needed.

Skills

CDL-A

Flatbed experience

Load securement

Tarping

Job description

Location: Boston, MA 02108

Pay: $1,700 to $1,800 per week

Home Time: Every 7-14 days with a 34-48 hour reset

Freight: Flatbed

Practical flatbed freight and dependable route flow give CDL-A drivers steady freight movement while maintaining scheduled home time.

Rouse Trucking is hiring experienced flatbed drivers to haul coils, pipe, building materials, and similar freight. The primary operating area is generally east of I-35, and drivers are paid for loaded and empty miles.

The Work

Drivers should be comfortable with the hands-on work that comes with flatbed freight.

• Tarping needed on approximately 3 out of 5 loads
• Load securement is part of the regular work
• Additional $30 on every load, whether tarping is required or not

Earnings

• 70 CPM with loaded and empty miles paid
• Weekly earnings of $1,700 to $1,800
• Additional $30 paid on every load
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for solo drivers

Schedule

Home time is every 7-14 days for a 34-48 hour reset. Regional freight coverage and established scheduling help provide a practical rhythm between time out and scheduled resets at home.

Assigned Equipment

• Assigned 2020 through 2025 Peterbilt 567 and 579 tractors
• Automatic and manual transmission options available
• 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 maintenance helps support dependable operation and reduce downtime.

Getting Started

Drivers receive transition pay during their first few weeks while becoming familiar with routes, scheduling, and dispatch operations.

Rider & Pet Options

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

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

Driver Benefits

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

CDL-A Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A license
• At least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience within the last 5 years
• Minimum of 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.

Salary: $1700.00 - $1800.00 per week