Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: $952.74 - $1,764.56
- Per mile rate: $.55 - $.60
- Transition & Orientation Pay: $1,800 total ($1,000 for orientation)
- Full pay includes tarp, stop, detention, border crossing, safety bonuses, and over-dimensional pay as applicable
Location & Routes
- Boise, Idaho
- OTR (Over-The-Road) Route, Division 200
- Glass, steel, aluminum, building materials, machinery, coils, and specialty metals
- 3 weeks out, 3 days off
Job Description
- Transport important goods safely across western region routes
- Operate flatbed trucks and secure cargo with proper tarping
- Maintain compliance with DOT and company safety standards
- Handle specialty loads such as coils, machinery, and building materials
- Track miles, deliveries, and document all transport activities
- Coordinate with dispatch and logistics team for efficient route planning
Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid Class A CDL required
Experience
4+ months driving experience required; 1 year preferred
Age Requirement
21 years or older
MVR & Risk
Safe driving record; no more than 6 jobs in last 3 years
Physical Ability
Ability to lift a 90-pound tarp onto 5-foot platform twice during orientation; tarping ~70% of loads
Communication
Background check, clean drug test, clean Clearinghouse required
Equipment & Fleet
- Flatbed trucks with well-maintained fleet
- Regular fleet maintenance to ensure driver safety and reliability
- Equipment suited for glass, steel, aluminum, coils, and machinery transport
Home Time
- 3 weeks out, 3 days off
- Flexible route options available; discuss with recruiter
Hiring Process
- Apply online via the button below
- Clean Clearinghouse required
- Background Check required
- Orientation & training included
- Meet your team and get started
- Start your driving career
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- PTO accrual: 80-120 hours based on tenure
- Life Insurance
- Transition & Orientation Pay
- Employee assistance program and other perks
FAQ
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed on routes
Can I have a guest rider?
Yes, riders aged 7+ allowed after 90 days safe driving
Is prior experience required?
4+ months driving required; 1 year preferred
What is the transition package?
$1,800 total; $1,000 for orientation
What type of freight will I haul?
Glass, steel, aluminum, building materials, machinery, coils, specialty metals
How is pay calculated?
Per mile $.55-.60 plus accessorial pay including tarp, stop, detention, border, and safety bonuses
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Boise, ID → Portland, OR → Seattle, WA
- Boise, ID → Salt Lake City, UT → Denver, CO
- Boise, ID → Las Vegas, NV → Phoenix, AZ
Career Opportunities
System Transport offers experienced CDL-A drivers opportunities to grow with our company in western OTR routes. Drivers enjoy competitive pay, full benefits, and flexible home time. Join a team that prioritizes safety, career development, and reliable equipment. Explore multiple divisions and specialized flatbed freight opportunities to match your experience and lifestyle goals.
CDL-A Flatbed Driver OTR Boise, Idaho
Looking for an experienced CDL-A flatbed driver in Boise, Idaho? This OTR route position with System Transport offers hauling specialty freight such as steel, aluminum, glass, building materials, machinery, and coils across western states. Drivers enjoy competitive pay ($952-$1,764 weekly), per-mile rates of $.55-.60, full benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and transition/orientation pay. Home time is 3 weeks out, 3 days off. System Transport is America Proud, Flatbed Strong, and offers a professional, driver-first work culture. Learn more about CDL opportunities across the USA at CDL-A Jobs USA, news and industry updates at CDL News, or browse OTR, regional, local, and owner-operator positions at OTR CDL-A Jobs, Regional CDL-A Jobs, Local CDL-A Jobs, and Owner Operator CDL-A Jobs.
