Flatbed Truck Driver

Coastal Elite Pro; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Truck Driver (Flatbed Freight) to operate company tractors across the Midwest, hauling no-touch loads and ensuring cargo is properly secured.

You will handle tarping, load securement, and pre-departure checks, using modern automatic trucks while upholding safety and compliance standards.

This role demands a valid CDL, experience with flatbed freight, and a vigilant safety mindset to protect freight in transit.

Qualifications

• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with endorsements if applicable.
• Experience driving flatbed freight or proven ability to secure loads safely.
• Knowledge of tarping procedures and load securement practices.
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate commercial vehicles reliably and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Drive and maintain safe operation of company vehicles.
• Haul flatbed freight across the Midwest, following established route requirements.
• Handle required tarping and complete load securement to protect freight in transit.
• Ensure loads are correctly prepared and secured before departure.
• Operate modern automatic trucks and adhere to all safety and compliance standards.

Skills

CDL license

Flatbed freight experience

Load securement

Tarping procedures

Safety mindset

Professional operation of CMV

Job description

Truck Driver (Flatbed Freight)

Operate company trucks hauling flatbed freight across the Midwest. Transport no-touch loads and ensure cargo is properly secured for safe transit.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and maintain safe operation of company vehicles.
• Haul flatbed freight across the Midwest, following established route requirements.
• Handle required tarping and complete load securement to protect freight in transit.
• Ensure loads are correctly prepared and secured before departure.
• Operate modern automatic trucks and adhere to all safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) and required endorsements, if applicable.
• Experience driving flatbed freight or proven ability to secure loads safely.
• Knowledge of tarping procedures and load securement practices.
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate commercial vehicles reliably and professionally.