This is a full_time Local flatbed position with CRST Recruiter in Kentucky, US. The position pays $92,510 - $92,510/yr.
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CDL-A Flatbed Independent Contractor Truck Drivers
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CDL-A Flatbed Independent Contractor Truck Drivers – Owner Operators and Lease Purchase Program!
CRST The Transportation Solution Inc. is offering experienced flatbed CDL-A truck drivers the opportunity to take control of their career and income. Whether you own your truck or are looking to lease, we have a path for you!
CDL-A Flatbed Owner Operator Truck Driver Earnings and Bonuses:
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus for new and existing Owner Operators
Annual Earnings: $256,000 – $272,000
Earn up to 73% of Revenue + 100% Fuel Surcharge
Choose Your Own Loads – Full access to a load board for complete control
Weekly Payroll – Consistent and dependable pay schedule
Flatbed Securement Training Available
CDL-A Flatbed Lease Purchase Program Details
$0 Money Down
No Credit Check Required
Walk-Away Lease – Flexibility if your plans change
Late Model Freightliner Cascadia Trucks Available
No truck payments for the first 3 weeks of your lease
Bumper-to-Bumper Maintenance Program Included
Truck Ownership Made Easy
CDL-A Flatbed Owner Operator Benefits:
Benefits are offered through a 3rd Party
Optional health insurance offered thru True Choices Personal Insurance. Questions about what they have to offer? Please call 800-877-9637.
CDL-A Flatbed Owner Operator Truck Driver Requirements:
21 years or older
CDL A, 12 Months of CDL A Truck Driving Experience required
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment pursuant to applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Take the next step toward independence and financial freedom.
Join CRST’s network of successful independent contractors and flatbed professionals.
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Benefits are offered through a 3rd Party
Optional health insurance offered thru True Choices Personal Insurance. Questions about what they have to offer? Please call 800-877-9637.
Job Requirements
21 years or older
CDL A, 12 Months of CDL A Truck Driving Experience required
Securement Training Programs Available
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment pursuant to applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.
A typical day as a local flatbed driver might involve picking up steel or lumber from a supplier and delivering it to construction sites around the metro area. You spend time securing each load with chains and straps, then navigate through city traffic to make your deliveries. The work is physical and satisfying, and you are home every evening.
Pros & Cons of Local Driving
Pros
+Home every night with weekends typically off
+No need to live in a sleeper cab
+Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
+Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
+Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery
Cons
−Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
−More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
−Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
−Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
−Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork
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 $92,510 - $92,510/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.
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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