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CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver - $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

Berwyn, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $95,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401K with company match
Paid Time Off
Hiring Bonus
weekly pay
Referral Bonus
Orientation in luxury hotel
Pet policy
Rider policy
Free iPad
Powered driver app
Drivers lounge

Job Description

Koch Trucking is a reputable and family-owned trucking company that has been dedicated to serving the transportation industry since 1978. Known for its driver-focused approach, Koch Trucking prioritizes respect, excellence, safety, and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As a full-service transportation and distribution leader, the company offers a range of services including Dedicated, Regional, Flatbed, Marine, and Specialized transportation, ensuring flexibility for its drivers while meeting diverse customer shipping needs.

Koch Trucking is part of Koch Companies, a broader network providing comprehensive transportation services including truckload freight hauling, logistics, warehousing, and truck/trailer leasing. The company has earned recognition as a top workplace, notably 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. These accolades underscore Koch Trucking's commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment.

The company is currently seeking CDL-A Flatbed Company Drivers to join its flatbed division. This role offers an attractive average annual salary of $85,000, with top performers earning up to $95,000 annually. A $6,000 hiring bonus is also available, making this opportunity financially rewarding. The pay scale starts at 61 - 63 cents per mile, dependent on experience, providing competitive compensation for skilled drivers.

Flatbed drivers at Koch Trucking benefit from consistent, steady miles and the ability to build familiarity with customers. Home time is thoughtfully scheduled, with drivers typically out for 14-21 days depending on their location. From day one, drivers start accruing paid time off, alongside three floating holidays each year, promoting work-life balance and employee wellness.

Koch Trucking’s driver-centric benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401k plan with company match, securing drivers' futures and wellbeing. Additional incentives include over dimensional pay ranging from $75 to $200 per mile, extra payments for loads over 64k, stop pay, tarp pay, and bonuses for border crossings to Canada. Drivers receive a $3,000 referral bonus, all expenses paid orientation in luxury hotels located in Roseville, MN and Appling, GA, and operate late-model trucks with advanced features such as refrigerators, leather interiors, double curtain wraps, double bunks, and built-in inverters.

The fleet averages just 16 months old, with Volvo 860 and Freightliner Cascadias providing a comfortable and driver-friendly work environment. Drivers are paid weekly, supplied with a free iPad with a data package to maintain connectivity, and benefit from pet and rider policies. Access to the Rolling Strong driver app and a free drivers lounge stocked with essentials like soap, shampoo, towels, and complimentary pizza and sandwiches further enhance the quality of life on the road.

Overall, this CDL-A Flatbed Company Driver position at Koch Trucking offers a blend of competitive pay, excellent benefits, modern equipment, and a supportive company culture with significant work-life balance. It is an ideal opportunity for experienced flatbed drivers seeking stability and rewarding career growth within a respected family-owned transportation company. Applicants must hold a valid CDL-A license with at least one year of relevant experience, preferably with flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers, to join this dynamic team and start driving with Koch Trucking today.

Job Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum one year of driving experience
  • Experience hauling flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers preferred but not required

Job Qualifications

  • Valid Class A CDL license
  • Minimum one year of driving experience
  • Experience with flatbed, step deck, or Conestoga trailers preferred
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to follow safety protocols
  • Customer service orientation
  • Willingness to work flexible schedules

Job Duties

  • Haul flatbed, step deck, and Conestoga trailers safely and efficiently
  • Ensure timely delivery and pickup of freight
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • Maintain communication with dispatch and customers
  • Adhere to all federal, state, and company regulations
  • Utilize driver-friendly truck features and onboard technology
  • Participate in orientation and training programs

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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