CDL-A Flatbed Driver

Pay: $1,675 to $1,775 per week | Home Time: Every 7–14 days with a 34–48 hour reset
Freight: Flatbed | Location: Columbia, SC 29201

Established flatbed freight primarily east of I-35
70 CPM on loaded and empty miles
$30 additional pay with every load
2020–2025 assigned Peterbilt equipment

Practical flatbed freight and regional route consistency provide CDL-A drivers with a straightforward combination of steady work, assigned equipment, and regular home time. Rouse Trucking moves building materials, pipe, coils, and similar freight across an established operating area.

Flatbed Freight & Pay

Weekly earnings are $1,675 to $1,775 per week with 70 CPM paid on loaded and empty miles.

• Additional $30 paid on every load

• Approximately 3 out of 5 loads require tarping

• $30 load pay applies with or without tarping

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for solo drivers

This is hands-on flatbed work that includes regular tarping and load securement.

Home Time & Running Area

The primary running area is generally east of I-35. Drivers spend 7–14 days out before returning home for a 34–48 hour reset, providing a consistent rhythm between road time and time at home.

Truck & Trailer

Drivers receive assigned equipment built for flatbed operations.

• Peterbilt 567 and 579 tractors from model years 2020 through 2025

• Choice of automatic or manual transmission options

• 2024 48-foot spread-axle flatbed trailers

• 70 MPH governed trucks

With safe parking available, drivers may take their assigned truck home. Equipment receives regular maintenance to help support dependable operation.

Transition Pay & Driver Options

Transition pay helps during the first few weeks while drivers get familiar with dispatch, scheduling, and the freight network.

Drivers may bring one pet with no breed or weight restrictions, including cats. One passenger age 10 or older is permitted with the required liability form.

Benefits

Health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and vacation time are available.

CDL-A Requirements

• Valid CDL-A license

• At least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience within the last 5 years

• Minimum of 6 months of flatbed experience

• Tarping and load securement experience

EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.