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: Little Rock, AR 72201

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

Steady flatbed freight and dispatch consistency create a dependable work routine for experienced CDL-A drivers. Rouse Trucking hauls building materials, pipe, coils, and similar loads through established freight lanes, providing productive miles and regular home time.

Flatbed Freight & Pay

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

• $30 additional pay on every load

• Tarping needed on approximately 3 out of 5 loads

• Load pay applies with or without tarping

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

Drivers should be comfortable handling load securement and tarping as regular parts of the position.

Home Time & Running Area

Freight operates primarily east of I-35, with consistent scheduling and planned time at home.

• Drivers are out for 7–14 days

• Home for a 34–48 hour reset

Truck & Trailer

Each driver receives assigned equipment suited for regular flatbed operations.

• Peterbilt 567 and 579 tractors from 2020 through 2025

• Automatic and manual transmission options

• 2024 48-foot spread-axle flatbed trailers

• Governed speed of 70 MPH

Drivers may take their assigned truck home when safe parking is available. Regular maintenance helps keep equipment dependable and ready for scheduled freight.

Transition Pay & Driver Options

Transition pay is available during the first few weeks as drivers become familiar with the freight network, dispatch, and scheduling.

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.