Regional CDL A Flatbed Driver

NIS EXPRESS; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home every weekend

Take-home truck policy

Rider policy

Pet-friendly starting Day 1

Non-forced dispatch

Full benefits after 30 days

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is seeking professional flatbed drivers for regional and over-the-road routes, hauling steel, pipe, and coils. Expect modern equipment, steady freight, and weekly pay with a guaranteed weekend home time.

Compensation includes earnings of $1,500–$2,000+ weekly (27% of gross per load), a $5,000 sign-on bonus, $300 weekly per diem, and various pay enhancements. Rider and pet policies apply; benefits begin after 30 days.

Qualifications

• 12 months (1 year) of verifiable flatbed experience within the last 5 years (regional or OTR)
• Proven experience securing and hauling steel, pipe, or coils
• Proficient with straps, tarps, chains, and binders

Skills

Flatbed experience

Securement skills

OTR driving

Clean MVR

Job description

Join a professional flatbed team running regional and OTR routes, hauling steel, pipe, and coils. We provide modern equipment, consistent freight, top pay, and guaranteed weekend home time.

Compensation & Pay

• Gross Earnings: $1,500 – $2,000+ weekly (Paid at 27% of gross per load)
• Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 Total Sign-On Bonus
  • $1,500 paid on your very first Friday paycheck (after first delivery)
  • $3,500 paid in milestones
• Per Diem: $300/week (non-taxed)
• Target Mileage: 2,300 – 2,800 miles per week
• Pay Schedule: Weekly direct deposit every Friday
• Additional Pay & Bonuses:
  • Tarp Pay: $40 per tarped load
  • Layover Pay: $50 after 24 hours
  • Detention Pay: $16/hour (starts after 2 hours)
  • Safety, breakdown, and clean DOT inspection bonuses

Benefits & Perks

• Home Time: Home every weekend
• Equipment: Assigned 2022+ automatic trucks KW T680 or Freightliner Cascadia(take-home truck policy)
• Rider & Pet Policy: Rider policy (ages 18+) and pet-friendly starting Day 1
• Dispatch: Non-forced dispatch
• Health & Financial: Full benefits after 30 days — Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with company match

Driver Requirements

• Age: Minimum 22 years old
• Experience: 12 months (1 year) of verifiable flatbed experience within the last 5 years (regional or OTR)
• Cargo Experience: Proven experience securing and hauling steel, pipe, or coils (coil experience is a major plus)
• Securement Skills: Proficient with straps, tarps, chains, and binders (~40–50% of loads require tarping)
• Driving Record: Clean MVR (≤3 moving violations in 3 years); no recent DOT violations, preventable accidents, or safety-related terminations
• Background & History:
  • NO DUI/DWI in the past 5 years
  • Zero Clearinghouse violations (No SAP drivers)
• Drug Testing: Must pass a pre-employment urine drug screen

Why Join Us?

• Reliable pay with steady, consistent freight
• Respectful, driver-focused team environment
• Fast hiring process — applications reviewed 7 days a week

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)