CDL-A Flatbed Driver

RouseTrucking; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation time

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

RouseTrucking in Roanoke, VA seeks experienced flatbed CDL-A drivers to haul pipe, coils and building materials east of I-35. Expect home time every 7–14 days with a 34–48 hour reset and weekly earnings of $1,700–$1,800 plus $30 per load. Sign-on bonus of $5,000 for solo drivers.

Assigned 2020–2025 Peterbilt tractors and 2024 48-foot spread-axle flatbed trailers with 70 MPH governed speed; transition pay during ramp-up; benefits include health insurance, 401(k) and vacation time.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Tarping required on approximately 3 out of 5 loads.
• Load securement is part of regular work.
• Drive and manage assigned equipment in compliance with regulations and company policies.

Skills

CDL-A

Tractor-trailer experience

Flatbed experience

Tarping and load securement

Job description

Location: Roanoke, VA 24011

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

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

Freight: Flatbed

Dependable flatbed lanes and organized dispatch planning give CDL-A drivers consistent freight movement with a regular schedule for time at home.

Rouse Trucking is hiring experienced flatbed drivers to move pipe, coils, building materials, and similar freight. Drivers primarily operate east of I-35, with both loaded and empty miles paid.

The Work

Flatbed experience is an important part of this position.

• Tarping required 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. Established freight lanes and regional scheduling provide a practical rhythm between productive 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 can 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 as drivers become familiar with routes, scheduling, and dispatch operations.

Rider & Pet Options

One pet is allowed. There are no breed or weight restrictions, and cats are allowed.

Drivers may also bring one passenger with the required liability form. The passenger 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