CDL-A Flatbed Driver

Rouse Trucking, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation time

Job summary

Rouse Trucking, LLC is hiring flatbed drivers to haul building materials, coils, and similar freight from St. Louis, MO. The work emphasizes consistent miles and regular home time, with pay weekly and a sign-on bonus. Assigned equipment includes late-model Peterbilt tractors and 48-foot trailers.

Drivers are expected to tarp a portion of loads, perform load securement, and conform to safety standards while delivering on established east-of-I-35 routes.

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

• Tarp loads as required on approximately 3 of 5 loads.
• Secure load using proper straps and bindings.
• Haul building materials, coils, pipe, and similar freight.
• Follow established routes with regular home time and dispatch operations.

Skills

CDL-A license

Load securement

Tarping

Flatbed experience

Job description

Location: St. Louis, MO 63101
Pay: $1,700 to $1,800 per week
Home Time: Every 7-14 days with a 34-48 hour reset
Freight: Flatbed

Practical flatbed routes and consistent freight movement give experienced CDL-A drivers a structured setup for productive miles and regular home time.

Rouse Trucking is hiring flatbed drivers to haul building materials, coils, pipe, and similar freight. Routes primarily run east of I-35, with pay provided for both loaded and empty miles.

The Work:

This position includes the regular hands-on responsibilities of flatbed hauling.

• 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 return home every 7-14 days for a 34-48 hour reset. Established routes and regional freight coverage help maintain consistent scheduling while keeping drivers productive on the road.

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

Assigned trucks may be taken home when drivers have a safe place to park them. Regular maintenance helps support dependable operation and reduce downtime.

Getting Started:

Transition pay is provided during the first few weeks while drivers get familiar with routes, scheduling, and dispatch operations.

Rider & Pet Options:

One pet may ride with the driver. There are no breed or weight restrictions, and cats are allowed.

One passenger may ride 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.