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CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver - $6,000 Hiring Bonus

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $95,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Hiring Bonus
Referral Bonus
weekly pay
Paid orientation
Pets allowed
Rider policy
Free driver lounge

Job Description

Koch Trucking is a respected family-owned transportation company that has been operating since 1978. With a steadfast dedication to respect, excellence, safety, and innovation, Koch Trucking has evolved into a leader in the full-service transportation and distribution industry. The company prides itself on fostering a healthy business environment, which allows both employees and customers to thrive. As part of Koch Companies, a conglomerate of six divisions, Koch Trucking offers comprehensive transportation services including truckload freight hauling, logistics, warehousing, and truck/trailer leasing. Recognized for its commitment to employee welfare and inclusivity, Koch Trucking has earned notable accolades such as being named a 2025 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation by the Women in Trucking Association, and a Top 200 Workplace by the Minneapolis Star Tribune.

Koch Trucking is currently hiring CDL-A Flatbed Company Drivers to join their flatbed division. This role offers an average annual pay of $88,000, with top performers earning up to $95,000 annually, plus a $6,000 hiring bonus. Drivers will benefit from consistent, steady miles and routes that promote familiarity with customers, enhancing job satisfaction and productivity. This is a full-time employment opportunity with a competitive compensation package, emphasizing both top pay and a comprehensive benefits suite.

As a CDL-A Flatbed Company Driver at Koch Trucking, you will operate on routes typically ranging from 14 to 21 days before returning home, depending on your location. Drivers will manage flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers, transporting various types of cargo with a focus on safety and efficiency. The company equips its fleet with modern, driver-friendly Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadia trucks, featuring conveniences like refrigerators, leather interiors, double curtain wraps, double bunks, built-in inverters, and more, ensuring a comfortable driving experience.

Koch Trucking provides substantial additional pay incentives, including over-dimensional pay ranging from $75 to $200 based on miles, $400 for loads over 64,000 pounds, $30 stop pay, $25 securement pay, $50 tarp pay, and $100 for each loaded border crossing for those who travel to Canada. Drivers also enjoy a $3,000 referral bonus, all-expenses-paid orientations at luxury hotels in Roseville, MN and Appling, GA, and weekly paychecks. Beyond monetary rewards, the company supports its drivers with a free iPad equipped with a data package for connectivity, pet and rider policies, the Rolling Strong driver app, and access to free driver lounges stocked with essentials and food.

This role requires a valid Class A CDL and a minimum of one year of driving experience, preferably with flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers. Koch Trucking prides itself on a driver-focused culture and seeks motivated individuals who value safety, professionalism, and excellent customer service. Join the Koch Trucking family to advance your career with a company that values its drivers and offers top-tier compensation, benefits, and support.

Job Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • minimum one year of driving experience
  • experience hauling flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers preferred
  • ability to pass DOT physical and drug screenings
  • willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL license
  • minimum one year of commercial driving experience
  • experience with flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers preferred
  • ability to handle physical demands of flatbed hauling
  • strong communication skills
  • excellent safety record
  • professionalism and customer service orientation

Job Duties

  • Operate flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers safely and efficiently
  • maintain compliance with DOT regulations and company policies
  • load, secure, and unload cargo properly
  • communicate effectively with dispatch and customers
  • adhere to scheduled routes and timelines
  • perform routine vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs
  • utilize company-provided technology and driver apps

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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