Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: $952.74 - $1,764.56
- Flatbed OTR Driver Rate: $0.55 - $0.60 per mile
- Sign-on bonus: $1,800 Transition Package ($1,000 orientation pay)
- Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Seattle, WA
- OTR (Over-The-Road) Routes in the western USA
- Transporting glass, steel, aluminum, building materials, machinery, coils, and specialty metals
- Full-time schedules with flexible routing options
Job Description
- Operate flatbed tractor-trailer safely and efficiently
- Transport a variety of cargo including construction materials and heavy machinery
- Secure loads with tarps and tie-downs according to company policy
- Maintain accurate logs and comply with DOT regulations
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and clients
- Ensure cargo integrity and safety on every route
Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid Class A CDL required
Experience
4+ months driving experience required; 1 year preferred
Age Requirement
Must be 21 years of age or older
MVR & Risk
Safe driving record, no more than 6 jobs in last 3 years
Physical Ability
Must be able to lift a 90-pound tarp onto a 5-foot platform twice
Communication
Background check, clean drug test, and clean clearinghouse required
Equipment & Fleet
- Modern flatbed tractors and trailers
- Regular fleet maintenance and safety inspections
- Delivery equipment includes tarps, straps, and tools for secure transport
Home Time
- Home schedule: 3 weeks out, then 3 days off (Division 200)
- Flexible stops available along the route
Hiring Process
- Apply online via the button below
- Clean clearinghouse required
- Background check required
- Orientation and training included
- Meet your dispatch team
- Start your driving career with System Transport
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with matching
- PTO: 80 hours for 1-9 years, 120 hours for 10+ years
- Life insurance and employee assistance program
- Transition and orientation pay
- Accrual of 1 hour sick time per 30 hours worked and additional benefits
FAQ
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed on this fleet
Can I have a rider?
Riders aged 7+ allowed after 90 days of safe driving
What is the sign-on bonus?
$1,800 Transition Package; $1,000 allocated for orientation
What is the pay rate?
Flatbed OTR: $0.55 - $0.60 per mile depending on experience
How often is home time?
3 weeks on the road, then 3 days off (Division 200)
What is required to apply?
Valid CDL-A, minimum age 21, 4+ months experience, clean drug test, background check, clean clearinghouse
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Seattle, WA → Portland, OR → San Francisco, CA
- Seattle, WA → Boise, ID → Salt Lake City, UT
- Seattle, WA → Denver, CO → Las Vegas, NV
Career Opportunities
System Transport offers experienced CDL-A flatbed drivers the chance to operate on OTR routes across the western USA. Join a company that prioritizes driver safety, provides top-of-the-line equipment, and offers a competitive financial package including weekly pay, accessorial pay, and bonuses. Our fleet supports flexible scheduling, allowing drivers to maximize their earnings while maintaining home time. If you are passionate about flatbed hauling and want to work with a driver-focused team, System Transport is the right place for your career advancement.
Flatbed CDL Driver Seattle, WA
CDL-A Flatbed Driver positions in Seattle, WA provide an outstanding opportunity for experienced drivers seeking OTR routes. Drivers haul steel, glass, aluminum, building materials, machinery, coils, and specialty metals across the western USA. The role offers weekly pay ranging from $952.74 to $1,764.56, a flatbed rate of $0.55-$0.60 per mile, and a $1,800 Transition Package. System Transport prioritizes driver safety and satisfaction, offering health, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, PTO, and other benefits. Learn more about CDL-A jobs at CDL-A Jobs USA, industry news at CDL-A News, or browse OTR jobs, regional routes, local routes, and owner operator positions.
