CDL-A Flatbed Driver Regional Runs $1, 500$2, 000 Weekly Pay

CDL-A flatbed drivers near Lake Charles, LA run regional freight hauling steel, pipe, and coil loads across five surrounding states (LA, TX, MS, AR, OK). Drivers typically average 2,300–2,800 miles per week, earning between $1,500 and $2,000 weekly depending on miles and freight availability.

Compensation

Drivers are paid 27% of each load, typically comparable to around $0.70 CPM depending on the load and route.

• $40 tarp pay per tarped load
• $50 layover pay after 24 hours
• $16/hour detention pay after 2 hours
• $300 weekly non-taxed per diem
• Safety and clean inspection bonuses available

Sign-On Bonus

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• $1,500 paid on first paycheck
• $1,500 after 6 months
• $2,000 after 12 months

Home Time

Drivers in this regional position are typically home Friday evening or early Saturday morning, allowing a 34–48 hour reset before returning to the road.

Drivers who prefer to stay out longer may have opportunities to run additional miles and increase weekly earnings.

Freight & Equipment

Drivers haul flat steel, pipe, and coil freight on flatbed trailers across regional lanes.

Approximately 40% of loads require tarping, while the remaining freight involves standard flatbed securement.

Drivers operate 2022+ Kenworth T680 trucks that are 100% assigned, and drivers are allowed to take their truck home during time off.

Trailers include chains, straps, and coil racks required for proper load securement.

Benefits & Driver Programs

• $300 weekly non-taxed per diem
• Rider and pet program available from day one (no fees)
• Medical, dental, and 401(k) with company match after 30 days

Requirements

• 22+ years old and Valid CDL A 
• 12 months verifiable flatbed experience within the past 5 years
• Steel, pipe, or coil securement experience required (coil experience preferred)
• Ability to work with straps, tarps, chains, and binders (40–50% loads tarped)
• No DUI/DWI within the past 5 years and no Clearinghouse violations
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening
• Clean MVR preferred

Apply Today

Experienced flatbed drivers looking for steady regional miles and strong weekly earnings are encouraged to apply.

Our recruiting team will contact qualified drivers quickly.

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