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CDL-A Flatbed Steel Hauler

Mobile, AL · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

CDL-A Flatbed Steel Hauler Run dedicated stainless-steel flatbed freight with weekend home time, planned backhaul loads, and weekly earnings of $2,000 to $2,100 in this CDL-A driving position. Pay ...

CDL-A Flatbed Steel Hauler

Mobile, AL · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Drivers haul dedicated stainless-steel freight originating near Calvert, Alabama, followed by available backhaul freight that helps keep equipment moving efficiently toward the next dedicated load.

CDL-A Flatbed Steel Hauler

Jackson, MS · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Drivers haul dedicated stainless-steel freight from a customer near Calvert, Alabama, before moving available backhaul freight that helps position the truck for the next outbound load. Weekend home ...

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A Steel Hauler is a truck driver who specializes in transporting steel and other heavy metal products, such as coils, beams, or sheets. They typically use flatbed trailers and must secure loads properly to ensure safe transport. This job requires knowledge of weight distribution, load security regulations, and proper driving techniques for heavy cargo. Steel Haulers often travel long distances and may need special permits for oversized or overweight loads. Strong attention to safety and experience with heavy hauling are essential for success in this role.

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Steel haulers typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the volume of steel transported. Many drivers work full-time schedules and may receive additional pay for overtime or specialized loads.
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$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


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Pay: $2,000 to $2,100 per week | Freight: Dedicated stainless-steel flatbed freight with planned backhaul loads
Home Time: Home every weekend with a 34-hour reset | Experience: Minimum 6 months of flatbed experience required hauling steel 
Location: Mobile, AL 36602

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified drivers
• Assigned Kenworth T680 tractors
• Weekend home time every week
• Dedicated stainless-steel freight

Role: CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver

The Route: This account is built around dedicated stainless-steel freight moving from a customer near Calvert, Alabama. After each delivery, drivers are assigned available backhaul freight that helps position the truck for the next outbound load instead of returning empty. This freight pattern supports productive miles and dependable weekly earnings.

• Smaller stainless-steel coils
• Flat stainless-steel sheets
• Planned backhaul freight
• Primarily live loading and unloading

Your Equipment: Drivers are assigned newer-model Kenworth T680 tractors matched with 2025 Extreme 48-foot flatbed trailers. Each trailer is equipped with 12 winches, straps, and two lightweight six-foot drop tarps to support the account's securement requirements.

Approximately 75% of loads require tarping. The lighter tarps used on this account are easier to handle than traditional heavy flatbed tarps, and tarp pay is included within the overall compensation program.

Pay & Benefits: Earn $2,000 to $2,100 per week while enjoying weekend home time with a 34-hour reset. Qualified drivers are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

• $100 per day orientation pay
• Monday through Thursday orientation
• Hotel accommodations provided
• Meals and travel arrangements included

Experience Required: This position is designed for experienced flatbed drivers who are comfortable hauling steel products and securing every load safely. Applicants should already have steel-hauling, tarping, and load-securement experience before joining this account.

Driver Qualifications

Valid CDL-A license required
Minimum one year of OTR experience within the last five years
Minimum six months of flatbed experience
Steel-hauling experience required
Current coil-hauling certification required
Experience with tarping and load securement required
Acceptable driving record required

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