CDL A Truck Driver

CDL A Flatbed Driver - Columbia, SC (29201)

Earn $1,400-$1,425 weekly plus $5,000 in your first 120 days running flatbed freight with home time every weekend. CK Transportation is hiring experienced Class A CDL drivers for specialized flatbed operations. Drive nearly-new Peterbilt 579s, haul diverse cargo including lumber, coils, and machinery, and earn tarp pay, breakdown pay, and detention pay on top of your 53 CPM base rate. Plus, receive $1,500 orientation pay and $1,200 weekly minimum after 30 days. Most approvals within 3 business days.

Your Weekly Earnings: $1,400-$1,425

Starting pay at 53 cents per mile with additional compensation for tarping, breakdowns, and detention. $5,000 pathway to success bonus in your first 120 days. Choose per-mile pay or percentage of load options. $1,200 weekly minimum guarantee after 30 days ensures income stability.

Your Home Time

Average 2,500 miles per week with guaranteed weekend home time. Minimum 34-hour resets with typical home time of 46-53 hours provides excellent work-life balance while achieving consistent weekly performance.

Your Flatbed Freight

Specialized cargo includes lumber, coils, machinery, rebar, pipe, and oversized loads. Your expertise in strapping, tarping, chaining, and using binders translates directly to superior earning potential for every Class A CDL driver in flatbed operations.

Your Peterbilt 579

Only 1.5 years old with premium features including 72-inch high roof sleepers and dual drive tires. Sirius XM, TV mounts, inverters, and Espar bunk heaters provide comfort. Front-facing safety cameras only with no inside truck monitoring for your privacy.

Your Benefits Package

Complete medical, dental, vision, life, and prescription insurance with 401(k) matching. Rider program, vacation and holiday pay, per diem, safe driving incentives, fuel efficiency rewards, and annual pay increases included.

Your Orientation

Comprehensive training with $1,500 orientation pay upon completion of your first Friday. Meals, travel, and hotel accommodations fully covered. TWIC card assistance provided during orientation. Dispatched from orientation and home for the weekend.

What We Need

Valid Class A CDL license with clean driving record. Age 22 minimum. 12 months OTR flatbed experience within the last 3 years. Experience with 48-foot minimum tractors. TWIC card or willingness to obtain demonstrates professionalism needed for our operations.

Start Your Career

Submit your resume today. Our team will contact you the next business day for a phone interview to discuss your flatbed experience and answer questions. Application processed within 3 business days. Most qualified Class A CDL drivers receive decisions quickly and start earning immediately.

About CK Transportation

At CK Transportation, we value our drivers and their hard work. We offer competitive pay, consistent miles, and a supportive team environment. Join us and be part of a company that puts drivers first while keeping freight moving safely and efficiently.

CK Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.