Fleet Truck Driver

Offering a CDL A Regional job with a flatbed minimum compensation starting at $1450.

Drivers who specialize in flatbed transportation typically make a weekly gross income of at least $1,450, with the option for additional earnings

Job Description

The position of a home-weekly driver entails regional driving responsibilities with a focus on pulling 48 ft. flatbed trailers.

Compensation and bonus possibilities

Average Miles

Traveling a weekly average of 2,000-2,200 miles

Pay Increases

The payment starts at one cent after a 90-day period, with subsequent yearly increments of one cent on the anniversary of the initial payment, until it reaches a maximum cap of 70 cents per thousand impressions

Monthly Bonus (Performance-Based)

Monthly potential earnings of up to five cents per thousand page views

Per Diem

All drivers will receive a flat rate of 10 cents per mile, which covers all costs associated with the job

Military Pay

Drivers who are currently employed or have been in the workforce within the previous 24 months

Less than 24 months of verified employment leads to a rise in payment of one cent per thousand views

If you have been verified for over two years, your pay rate will increase by 0.02 cents per milli

Tarp/Securement Pay

$50 Total

• $25 to tarp/secure
• $25 to untarp/unsecure

Stop Pay

Each pickup and delivery service is priced at $15, excluding the origin of the load and the final drop-off location

Detention Pay

The charge for delays in delivering the product is $20 per hour, not exceeding $200 in a single day

Layover Pay

hours of layover = $75, subsequent 24-hour periods = $100

Breakdown Pay

The fee schedule includes $100 for the first day, $150 for the second day, and $200 for each additional day

Inter-District Cargo in Chicago

$40 plus mileage

Specifics of Job Role

Primary Operating Area

The Midwest region consists of states such as IA, IL, IN, WI, MN, KS, MO, NE, OH, and PA

Home Time

Requiring a 34-hour rest period at home over the weekend

Load or Unloading

Absolute requirement for tarping and securing; interaction-free protocol to be followed at all times

Freight Hauled

Mainly consisting of wallboard, coils, lumber, and steel structural items

Drop-n-Hook

Occasionally

Scales Paid

Yes

Tolls Paid

Yes

Lumpers Paid

Yes

Paychecks

Weekly payments are scheduled to be deposited directly into the account

ELD and App

The Transflo/Decker mobile application incorporates features from Transflo and Decker for user convenience

Fuel Card

Comdata

Equipment and Amenities

Your vehicle of choice will be a Peterbilt 579, Volvo, or Freightliner Cascadia from the model years 2020 to 2024

Every truck is restricted to a maximum speed of 65 mph, with the option to raise this to 68 mph when cruise control is activated

Each truck is furnished with an APU, 1,800-watt inverter, complimentary Wi-Fi, Smart TV that offers satellite programming, microwave, fridge, CB radio, and the option for satellite radio set-up

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Benefits

The package encompasses a range of benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), EAP, life insurance, and access to services like Dr. on Demand.

After working for 60 days, you can access your benefits starting on the first day of the following month.

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Minimum Pay Criteria

1) Be ready to go on call for five days out of the week

2) Refusing to carry any extra weight

3) Ensure that paperwork is handed in before the weekly deadline

4) Our driver service boasts a perfect track record for delivering shipments promptly, ensuring no delays occur

5) No instances of CSA breaches detected

6) No incidents that could have been foreseen

Orientation and Onboarding

Orientation Pay

After completing the Orientation, you will be rewarded with $500

Location and Length

Fort Dodge, IA; the duration of three days

Traveling to Orientation

We provide the choice of renting a vehicle, flying, or reimbursing for using your own car

Physicals

Prospective applicants must possess a physical exam certificate that is current within the previous six months, lasting for six months or more with a validity period of at least three months from expiring, or they can choose to schedule a new physical exam to be completed either in advance or during the Orientation in Fort Dodge, IA.

Drug Test

A pre-employment drug test comprising both urinalysis and hair follicle examination will be mandatory for all applicants prior to the Orientation session. Should it not be feasible to complete the tests in advance, they will be conducted on the first day of the Orientation. Until drivers receive confirmation of negative test results, they will not be allowed to operate their assigned trucks.

Students

The training program consists of a total duration of 4 weeks, with the first week dedicated to Orientation and the subsequent 3 weeks focusing on training under an OTR trainer

A payment of $100 each day is offered during the orientation phase and when working alongside a trainer

Workers have the option to enroll in health, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance plans. The company also offers a 401(k) with an employer match and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses. Employees receive one week of paid time off (PTO) after 6 months of service and annually thereafter. There is a driver referral program in place, as well as paid orientation and performance bonuses. Safety bonuses are paid monthly, and there is a pet policy and passenger program in operation. Additionally, employees have access to 24/7 dispatch and maintenance support