Step Deck Truck Driver in California — Now Hiring

O Trucking LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 dispatch support

No forced dispatch

Choose loads

Job summary

O Trucking LLC is seeking a Step Deck truck driver in California, serving Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and Sacramento. You will operate drop-deck trailers with tall loads, focusing on oversize freight such as tall machinery and construction equipment.

Ideal candidates hold a CDL-A with clean MVR/CSA and familiarity with permit requirements. Compensation is per mile, with dispatch support and flexible load selection options.

Qualifications

• CDL-A license required and valid.
• Experience with over-dimension loads preferred.
• Clean MVR and CSA record required.
• Understanding of permit requirements for oversize loads.

Responsibilities

• Drive step deck/drop deck trailers in California.
• Handle oversize and tall equipment shipments.
• Coordinate with dispatch and choose loads.
• Maintain safety and compliance with permits and regulations.

Skills

CDL-A license

Over-dimension loads

Clean MVR and CSA

Permit requirements

Job description

Step Deck truck driver opening in California, serving Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento.

Drop-deck trailers with 42-inch lower deck height for freight up to 10'2\" tall. Upper deck 11-13 feet, lower deck 37-40 feet. Max capacity 46,000 lbs. Ideal for tall equipment that exceeds flatbed 8'6\" height limit. Typical freight in California: Tall machinery, Agricultural equipment, Construction vehicles, Industrial equipment, Excavators, HVAC units.

West Coast construction, agriculture, and manufacturing generate consistent step deck demand in California. Oversized agricultural equipment, construction machinery for California's building sector, and mining equipment for Nevada all require step deck trailers. The region's higher cost of living is offset by premium West Coast rates.

Common California lanes: West Coast construction equipment, Agricultural machinery California, Mining equipment Nevada/Montana.

California handles 40% of all US containerized imports through LA/Long Beach — the busiest port complex in North America

Requirements: CDL-A license, Step deck (drop deck) trailer, Experience with over-dimension loads preferred, Clean MVR and CSA record, Insurance COI with $1M minimum liability, Understanding of permit requirements for oversize loads.

Typical pay for step deck work is $0.85–$1.60 per mile. This is a market estimate for the equipment type — the carrier confirms actual pay with you before placement.

24/7 dispatch support, no forced dispatch, choose your own loads.

CDL-A license; Step deck (drop deck) trailer; Experience with over-dimension loads preferred; Clean MVR and CSA record; Insurance COI with $1M minimum liability; Understanding of permit requirements for oversize loads