CDL A Flatbed OTR Owner-Operator Truck Driver

Coulter Services; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services is seeking a CDL A Flatbed Owner Operator Driver to operate your own truck hauling flatbed freight in over-the-road lanes. Expect independence with no forced dispatch and aim for consistent weekly earnings while maintaining reasonable home time.

You will be responsible for safe loading, securing, tarping when required, DOT compliance, and managing business expenses as an owner-operator, coordinating with a support team to meet driver needs.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with qualification to operate flatbed equipment.
• Strong knowledge of load securement and safe hauling practices.
• Ability to tarp loads properly as needed.
• Reliable commitment to DOT and safety compliance.
• Owner-operator mindset with basic business/expense management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and comply with all traffic and transportation regulations.
• Secure loads properly to prevent shifting or damage.
• Perform tarping when required.
• Maintain DOT compliance (documentation, safety standards, and regulations).
• Manage and track business expenses while operating as an owner-operator.
• Coordinate effectively with a support team for owner-operator needs.

Skills

CDL Class A

Load securement

Tarp loads

DOT compliance

Owner-operator mindset

Job description

CDL A Flatbed Owner Operator Driver

Operate your own truck to haul primarily flatbed freight using over-the-road lanes. Select loads independently without forced dispatch and work toward consistent weekly earnings while maintaining reasonable home time.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive safely and comply with all traffic and transportation regulations
• Secure loads properly to prevent shifting or damage
• Perform tarping when required
• Maintain DOT compliance (documentation, safety standards, and regulations)
• Manage and track business expenses while operating as an owner-operator
• Coordinate effectively with a support team for owner-operator needs

Qualifications & Skills

• CDL Class A with qualification to operate flatbed equipment
• Strong knowledge of load securement and safe hauling practices
• Ability to tarp loads properly as needed
• Reliable commitment to DOT and safety compliance
• Owner-operator mindset with basic business/expense management skills