Local CDL A Flatbed and Shuttle Driver - $27.06 Per Hour

TransForce is a leading provider in the transportation and logistics industry, renowned for connecting skilled commercial drivers with premier freight carriers across the United States. As a company committed to safety, professionalism, and driver satisfaction, TransForce focuses on delivering superior service to its clients while ensuring that its drivers receive competitive wages, excellent benefits, and consistent home time. With a strong emphasis on technology and state-of-the-art equipment, TransForce supports its drivers with the latest industry advancements, making their driving experience safer and more efficient. Operating in Minneapolis, MN, this opportunity is aimed at CDL A Flatbed Drivers who seek dedicated local routes and want to work with a trusted name in the industry.

The role available at TransForce is for a CDL A Local AM Shuttle Flatbed Shuttle Driver based in Minneapolis, MN. This position offers a competitive starting pay of $27.06 per hour and the potential to earn between $1,500 and $1,800 weekly. Employees will be driving the newest Mack Anthem trucks equipped with automatic transmissions and flatbed trailers. The job entails operating on a local, dedicated route with a focus on hauling roofing and construction materials. Drivers are expected to handle heavy equipment with tarp and strap duties requiring expertise to secure loads properly. Schedules are structured on a 5-on/2-off basis with 12-hour shifts from 4 pm to 4 am, operating within a 70-hour workweek clock in compliance with federal regulations.

Training for this position spans 2 to 4 weeks, depending on individual driver needs, including hands-on experience with flatbed equipment, chains, and tarping techniques. Hotel accommodations are provided during the training period, and pay during training varies. Additional compensation includes per diem pay of $35 per night, tarp pay of $50 per tarp, and detention or breakdown pay starting at $25 per hour after the initial 1.5 hours.

TransForce requires candidates to hold a valid CDL A license, maintain a clean work history including Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and PSP, and demonstrate a commitment to safety and professional driving practices. Road testing is mandatory, and applicants should have had fewer than two jobs in the past three years. The company prides itself on providing steady pay and benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and 401K retirement plans.

By joining TransForce, drivers gain access to a supportive team environment with ongoing flexibility in assignments. The company values its drivers' contributions and dedicates itself to helping them succeed and maintain work-life balance. TransForce continuously accepts applications, encouraging interested CDL A Flatbed Drivers in the Minneapolis area to apply now or contact their recruiter for more information.