Flatbed Home Daily CDL Truck Driver

Ruan

Indiana, Indiana County
CDL A Dedicated Flatbed home daily
$42,601 - $42,601/yr
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What to Expect

This is a part_time Dedicated flatbed position with Ruan in Indiana, Indiana County. You will need a CDL Class A license and 2_years of experience. The position pays $42,601 - $42,601/yr. Home time is listed as home daily.

Job Description

About the Job Ruan is hiring a Class A CDL p.m. shuttle driver to be based in Shelbyville, IN, to haul for our dedicated customer. Drivers will shuttle a flatbed trailer from Shelbyville, IN, to Peru, IL, and back. For more information, please call our Recruiting Hotline at (800) 879-7826 . Pay Get paid weekly while earning $1,809.03 per week and $361.86 per round trip. $94,083.00 average annual. Schedule Be home daily with a Sunday through Thursday schedule and 7 p.m. start time. 11–12-hour shift. Equipment Drive a Day Cab with Flatbed trailer hauling steel product. This position is drop and hook and tarping is required in precipitation and road spray. Previous Flatbed experience preferred. Benefits Ruan values your commitment to our success, and we’re equally committed to you. That’s why we offer competitive, affordable benefits, including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance; prescription drug coverage; paid time off, earned vacation, and holiday pay; 401(k) matching; and more. Why Ruan? People First, Safety Focus, 90 Years Strong. Minimum Requirements Must be at least 22 years or older No more than three moving violations in the past three years (some restrictions apply) No more than one DOT recordable preventable accident in the last three years Additional qualifications will apply With the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse in effect, all applicants must create a profile at fmcsa.dot.gov before being hired 9 months of tractor-trailer experience within the past three years

Requirements

  • CDL Class A license
  • 2_years of driving experience
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Dedicated Trucking

Dedicated trucking means hauling freight for a single customer on a set route or within a defined lane. Drivers benefit from consistent schedules, familiar loading and unloading points, and predictable home time. Because the freight volume is contractually guaranteed, dedicated positions offer strong job stability and steady weekly paychecks.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day on a dedicated route starts with a familiar routine. You arrive at the same shipper, pick up a load you have hauled many times before, and drive a route you know well. The consistency means fewer surprises — you know exactly where the truck stops are, how long the loading dock takes, and when you will be home. Many dedicated drivers appreciate this predictability after years on the open road.

Pros & Cons of Dedicated Driving

Pros

  • + Predictable schedule and consistent home time
  • + Familiar routes reduce stress and improve efficiency
  • + Stable freight volume with contracted customers
  • + Strong relationship building with regular shippers
  • + Less uncertainty compared to spot-market freight

Cons

  • Pay may be slightly lower than open-market OTR
  • Repetitive routes can become monotonous over time
  • Less flexibility to choose loads or destinations
  • Schedule tied to one customer's shipping patterns
  • If the customer reduces volume your miles may drop

About Flatbed Trucks

Flatbed trailers have an open deck with no sides or roof, making them ideal for oversized cargo like lumber, steel, machinery, and building materials. Flatbed drivers must know how to tarp and secure loads using chains, straps, and binders, which is a specialized skill set that commands premium pay. The work is more physically demanding but highly rewarding for drivers who prefer hands-on tasks.

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Career Path

1

CDL Training & First Assignment

Earn your CDL and get assigned to a dedicated account with a training carrier.

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2

Experienced Dedicated Driver

Master your dedicated lane, build relationships with the customer, and earn performance bonuses.

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3

Account Lead or Trainer

Become a lead driver for your dedicated account, training new drivers on the customer's requirements.

4

Operations or Owner-Operator

Move into operations management or launch your own trucking business with dedicated contracts.

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Trucking in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania's position between the Midwest and Northeast creates massive freight demand along I-76 and I-80.

Average driver salary in Pennsylvania: $52,000 - $76,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this dedicated job pay?

This position pays $42,601 - $42,601/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What CDL class do I need for this job?

This position requires a CDL Class A license. Class A allows you to operate combination vehicles over 26,001 lbs GVWR.

What is the home time for this position?

The home time for this position is listed as home daily. Actual home time may vary based on route assignments and freight availability.

What is the trucking job market like in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania's position between the Midwest and Northeast creates massive freight demand along I-76 and I-80. The average truck driver salary in Pennsylvania ranges from $52,000 - $76,000 per year.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

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