🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Harrisburg, PA
- Route type: Regional Dedicated Flatbed
- Freight: Steel coils, beams, lumber, construction materials
- Schedule: 4–6 day regional cycles with weekly home time
📋 Job Description
- Operate dedicated flatbed routes from Harrisburg steel and fabrication hubs across the Mid-Atlantic
- Load and secure steel coils, beams, and lumber using chains, binders, and straps
- Coordinate deliveries to active construction sites with time-sensitive unloading windows
- Navigate I-81 industrial freight corridor under heavy freight congestion conditions
- Perform full tarp application during weather exposure across PA, MD, and NJ lanes
- Maintain compliance with DOT regulations and securement inspection standards
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
1+ year flatbed experience preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Heavy lifting, tarping, securement handling
Endorsements
Not required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Freightliner Cascadia (2022–2025 mixed fleet units)
- Kenworth T680 assigned units with rotating dispatch availability
- Volvo VNL units used for regional overflow freight cycles
🏠 Home Time
- Home every 5–7 days depending on freight volume
- Regular returns through Harrisburg terminal reset cycles
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Harrisburg, PA → Baltimore, MD (I-83 / I-95 steel & port supply corridor)
- Harrisburg, PA → Newark, NJ (I-81 / I-78 industrial distribution lanes)
- Harrisburg, PA → Pittsburgh, PA (I-76 / I-70 manufacturing freight route)
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is tarping required on all loads?
Yes, most steel and lumber freight requires full tarping depending on weather conditions.
How often do drivers get home?
Drivers return to Harrisburg roughly every 5–7 days based on freight cycles.
What type of freight is most common?
Steel coils, beams, lumber, and construction materials dominate the lanes.
Is the fleet assigned or slip-seat?
Mix of assigned and rotating units depending on dispatch availability.
Do weather conditions affect loads?
Yes, Northeast weather often requires tarping adjustments and delay flexibility.
Are routes predictable?
Yes, dedicated contracts ensure repeat lanes across PA, MD, and NJ.
💼 Career Opportunities
This Harrisburg-based CDL-A flatbed role offers long-term exposure to steel, construction, and industrial freight networks across the Mid-Atlantic region. Drivers can transition into more specialized lanes such as heavy haul, dedicated steel accounts, or expanded regional divisions covering NJ and MD port corridors. Over time, experienced drivers may be considered for trainer roles or higher-priority dedicated contracts. While advancement is not guaranteed, consistent performance and safety compliance can open access to more stable and higher-paying freight cycles within the carrier network.
🔗 CDL-A Dedicated Flatbed Driver – Harrisburg, PA
Harrisburg CDL-A drivers are positioned in one of the most important industrial freight corridors in Pennsylvania, connecting steel production hubs, construction supply yards, and Northeast distribution centers. This dedicated flatbed role supports steady freight movement along the I-81 spine, extending into Baltimore port-adjacent logistics and New Jersey industrial zones. Drivers handle steel, lumber, and machinery components that support ongoing infrastructure development across the Mid-Atlantic. With weekly home time and predictable dedicated accounts, this position offers more stability than typical spot-market freight. Earnings range between $1,500–$2,050 per week depending on miles and load activity. The role requires securement skills, tarping experience, and comfort operating in dense freight traffic environments. Consistent freight demand in Harrisburg ensures year-round operational stability tied to construction cycles and regional industrial growth.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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