This is a full_time Regional flatbed position with EA EXPRESS LLC in Bowling Green, Warren County. You will need a CDL Class A license. The position pays $67,600 - $130,000/yr. Home time is listed as home every weekend.
Job Description
About the Company We have 35 years of experience and understand what it takes to handle your needs. What we are trying to redefine is our relationship as a carrier with our clients, and to get the job done while feeling like family. We have a very diverse history as a carrier. Everyone that works here knows what it takes to be on a dock, shift gears or fill out a log book, and haul what you move ourselves. That kind of experience enables us to keep and even develop stronger relationships with our customers. With the knowledge we have in regards to the life span of a shipment, from production to delivery, from the shippers view point as well as ours, we can manage your shipments safely, responsibly, and timely, because we've done it. About the Job We have some dedicated routes available from Michigan to Texas and also Michigan to South Carolina Job Summary Company Driver (W2, Solo) Dry Van and Flatbed trailer Regional $1,300 - $2,500 total weekly avg. pay 1,200 - 2,000 avg. miles per week $2,000 sign on bonus Dedicated, Line Haul, LTL 34% Driver Load/Unload 25% tarping Home Time 5 expected days out You can stay out longer if you want to Get 2 days of home time for every 5 days worked Home every weekend Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K and 401K with company match Paid holidays Paid vacation Hiring Requirements Class A license without any of the following restrictions: (L,Z) Air Brakes, (G) Night Driving, (O) No Semi Trailer or (K) Intrastate Only 12 months Tractor Trailer experience We're an equal opportunity employer
Regional trucking positions cover a defined multi-state area, usually within a 500-to-1,000-mile radius of a home terminal. Drivers on regional routes enjoy a better balance between earning potential and home time, typically returning home every weekend. It is a popular choice for experienced drivers who want predictable schedules without sacrificing competitive pay.
A typical day as a regional flatbed driver involves picking up construction materials or manufactured goods from a local supplier and delivering them to job sites within a few hundred miles. You spend part of your morning securing and tarping your load, then drive familiar highways through your region. The work is physical and varied, but the regional territory means you are home most weekends.
Pros & Cons of Regional Driving
Pros
+Home every week or every other week
+Competitive pay close to OTR rates
+Familiar routes reduce navigation stress
+Consistent weekly miles and paychecks
+Good stepping stone to dedicated or local positions
Cons
−Still requires multiple nights away from home
−Earnings slightly lower than top OTR positions
−Territory can shift based on carrier needs
−Weekend home time may be limited to one full day
−Weather challenges within your region can disrupt schedules
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.
This position pays $67,600 - $130,000/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 every weekend. Actual home time may vary based on route assignments and freight availability.
What is the trucking job market like in Kentucky?
Louisville is home to UPS Worldport and a major Amazon hub, creating enormous demand for drivers. The average truck driver salary in Kentucky ranges from $48,000 - $70,000 per year.
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