CDL-A Regional Driver

cktransportation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation

Per diem options

Rider program

Safe-driving rewards

Job summary

CK Transportation is seeking CDL-A drivers for regional flatbed routes, with loads moved across established regional lanes and weekly home time. Dispatch focuses on steady miles, proper load securement, and safety, while offering additional earnings for tarp, detention, and breakdown pay.

Drivers operate Peterbilt 579 tractors, with weekly pay and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and current medical certification required.
• At least 12 months of recent OTR flatbed experience and a satisfactory driving record.
• A TWIC card is required or must be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate regional routes and plan freight across established lanes.
• Ensure proper load securement using chains, straps, binders, and tarps.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections as part of daily routine.
• Maintain professional securement standards on every load.

Skills

Cargo securement

OTR flatbed

CDL-A

Pre-trip inspections

Chain & strap usage

Tools

TWIC card

Job description

Operating Area: Columbia, SC 29201

Weekly Pay – $1,300 to $1,500

Home Time – Weekly reset

Freight – Regional flatbed

Regional freight continuity and organized route coordination give experienced flatbed drivers a more consistent way to run throughout the week. This CDL-A truck driver position moves established flatbed freight across regional lanes, with dispatch planning focused on keeping loads lined up and maintaining productive miles. Drivers haul steel, coils, pipe, lumber, machinery, and construction materials while returning home each week for a scheduled reset.

Regional Route Coordination

Freight is planned across established regional routes rather than relying entirely on last-minute load assignments. Dispatch coordinates upcoming freight whenever possible so drivers can transition from one load to the next with better visibility into the week.

Because this is a flatbed operation, proper load preparation remains a priority. Class A CDL drivers secure freight using chains, straps, binders, and tarps based on the specific commodity. Pre-trip and post-trip inspections are part of the daily routine, and drivers are expected to maintain professional securement standards on every load.

Earnings and Additional Pay

Weekly Pay ranges from $1,300 to $1,500 based on miles, load type, and performance. Flatbed-related work and delays are compensated separately where applicable, giving CDL A drivers additional earning opportunities beyond the base mileage rate.

• Tarp pay for qualifying loads
• Detention and breakdown compensation
• Minimum weekly pay protection after the first month
• Orientation pay following successful completion
• Annual pay increases based on performance and tenure

Weekly Schedule

CDL-A truck drivers return home each week for a minimum 34-hour reset. Depending on freight timing and route completion, many drivers receive approximately 46 to 53 hours at home. The regional operating structure is designed to support both steady freight movement and consistent weekly scheduling.

Assigned Equipment

Drivers operate Peterbilt 579 tractors averaging approximately 1.5 years old. Trucks feature high-roof sleepers, inverters, SiriusXM capability, TV mounts, dual drive tires, and Espar bunk heaters. Forward-facing cameras monitor roadway conditions without recording inside the cab.

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance are available along with a 401(k) with company match. Additional benefits include paid holidays, vacation, per diem options, a rider program, and safe-driving rewards.

Driver Qualifications

A valid Class A CDL and current medical certification are required. Applicants need at least 12 months of recent OTR flatbed experience along with established cargo securement skills and a satisfactory driving record. A TWIC card is required, or the driver must be willing to obtain one.

About CK Transportation

CK Transportation connects experienced CDL-A truck drivers with driving opportunities based on their qualifications and career priorities. Our recruiters provide clear details about compensation, freight, equipment, scheduling, and home time before drivers move forward.

CK Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.