Class A OTR Flatbed Lease Driver - Sign-On Bonus

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Columbus, OH

Columbus-area drivers can run lease-purchase flatbed/open deck freight with 2–3 weeks out with 3–4 days home and estimated weekly take-home after expenses of $1,800–$3,000. Compensation Details • 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 • Limited-time $3,000 sign-on bonus for dry van and flatbed lease drivers Time Out and Reset • 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 • Some hiring areas may require a full 3-week stretch before home time Additional Benefits • 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 • Pets and riders allowed under policy Route and Freight • 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 • Load securement and tarping may be required Equipment Details • 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 • Company trucks are generally within the last three years What the Work Involves • Secure flatbed freight and complete load checks as required • Run assigned freight safely and on schedule • Keep logs, trip updates, and paperwork current • Communicate with dispatch on pickup, delivery, and home-time needs What You Need to Qualify • 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 • Experienced drivers only; no students or recent graduates Orientation • 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 • Orientation normally starts Monday and runs about 2.5–3 days 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