CDL-A OTR Flatbed Lease Driver - Flatbed Contractor

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St. Louis, MO

For drivers comparing routes, this one centers on lease-purchase flatbed/open deck freight, 2–3 weeks out with 3–4 days home, and estimated weekly take-home after expenses of $1,800–$3,000. Weekly Pay • Limited-time $3,000 sign-on bonus for dry van and flatbed lease drivers • Bonus payout: $1,000 at first dispatch, $1,000 at 15 days, $500 at 30 days, and $500 at 45 days • Percentage-based lease pay tied to linehaul and accessorials • No fixed expenses for the first two weeks on lease-operator programs • Estimated weekly take-home after expenses: $1,800–$3,000 Home-Time Plan • Some hiring areas may require a full 3-week stretch before home time • Flatbed freight flow can change by region and season • Most flatbed drivers are out 2–3 weeks at a time • Typical home time is 3–4 days after the time out What You Will Haul • Load securement and tarping may be required • Flatbed drivers need to be comfortable working outside around the trailer • Flatbed/open deck freight • Freight may include building materials, construction equipment, oversized freight, and specialized loads Driver Responsibilities • Communicate with dispatch on pickup, delivery, and home-time needs • Secure flatbed freight and complete load checks as required • Run assigned freight safely and on schedule • Keep logs, trip updates, and paperwork current Truck and Equipment • Company trucks are generally within the last three years • Camera system is outward-facing • Late-model Freightliner, Peterbilt, and occasional Volvo equipment • Flatbed or heavy-haul work may require chains, binders, straps, tarps, flags, banners, and securement gear Orientation • Orientation normally starts Monday and runs about 2.5–3 days • Orientation location: St. Cloud, MN • Single-room hotel lodging begins Sunday evening • Transportation is arranged by rental car or flight • Three meals per day are provided until certified • Drug test is urine only Driver Requirements • Experienced drivers only; no students or recent graduates • Must meet the current hiring-area map for this route • CDL address requirements may need to be corrected before or shortly after orientation • SAP drivers are not accepted • Must be comfortable with a lease/contractor pay structure • Must be comfortable with flatbed securement and tarping when required Driver Benefits • Pets and riders allowed under policy • Weekly settlements and app-based document submission • $3,000 lease sign-on bonus • Medical, dental, and vision options • 401(k) / profit-sharing plan • Life insurance and disability options • Employee assistance program • Paid vacation for eligible company drivers Fast Track Hiring • Submit your application for this route • A recruiter reviews your experience, location, schedule needs, and route fit before moving you forward • You can check application status and next steps from your driver dashboard