CDL-A Flatbed Driver

Rouse Trucking, LLC; Chattanooga (TN); 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, LLC in Chattanooga, TN is hiring experienced CDL-A flatbed drivers to haul building materials, pipe, coils, and similar freight. The primary running area is generally east of I-35, with loaded and empty miles paid.

The position requires hands-on flatbed experience, with tarping on about 3 of 5 loads and load securement as part of the daily workflow. Assigned 2020–2025 Peterbilt tractors and 2024 flatbed trailers are provided, with home time every 7–14 days.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Tarping on approximately 3 out of 5 loads
• Load securement is part of the regular work
• Haul building materials, pipe, coils and similar freight
• Assigned equipment includes 70 MPH governed trucks and 2024–2025 trailers

Skills

Tarping

Load securement

Flatbed experience

CDL-A required

Education

CDL-A license

1 year tractor-trailer experience within last 5 years

6 months flatbed experience

Job description

Location: Chattanooga, TN 37402

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

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

Freight: Flatbed

Flatbed freight demand and regional coordination give experienced CDL-A drivers steady work across established lanes with regular scheduled home time.

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

The Work:

This position requires hands-on flatbed experience.

• 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:

Drivers are home every 7-14 days for a 34-48 hour reset. The regional operating area and established freight network provide a practical balance between productive time on the road and scheduled home time.

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 when they have a safe place to park it. Regular maintenance helps support dependable operation and reduce downtime.

Getting Started:

Transition pay is provided during the first few weeks while drivers become 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.