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CDL-A Flatbed Driver — Local Building Materials | Lexington, KY

Hiring Area: Lexington & Central Kentucky • Terminal: Lexington, KY

Lexington, KY Local Flatbed 2021–2025 Kenworth T680 Day Cabs

Local building-materials flatbed work based in Lexington delivers lumber, roofing, drywall, siding and steel to contractor yards and active job sites across Central Kentucky. Drivers earn weekly gross of $1,350–$1,750, return home every night, and work primarily Monday–Friday with modern day-cab equipment.

Weekly Gross
$1,350–$1,750
Estimated Annual Gross: $70,200–$91,000
Typical Driver: ~$83,200/year
Sign-On Bonus Up to $1,000
Home Time Home Daily
Driver Type Company Driver
Weekly Miles 1,200–1,600
Freight Type Building Materials

Position Overview

This local flatbed operation supports the Central Kentucky construction supply network. Drivers move forklift-loaded building materials from Lexington-area suppliers to contractor yards, residential developments and commercial job sites. The focus is short-haul multi-stop work rather than long-haul mileage, with equipment returning to the Lexington terminal each evening.

  • Inspect load distribution and secure cargo using straps, chains, binders and edge protectors.
  • Perform securement checks after departure and whenever road or weather conditions require.
  • Coordinate with dispatch on traffic, delays, remaining hours and appointment windows.
  • Communicate with site personnel and manage live unloading at yards and job sites.
  • Complete electronic BOL/POD documentation accurately and on time.
  • Report damaged securement gear, trailer defects or equipment issues before the next dispatch.

Pay & Compensation Breakdown

Compensation is structured around weekly production with overtime after 40 hours and additional activity pay for extra stops and securement work. Detention is paid after the company threshold when properly documented. The $25–$32 figure represents effective hourly earnings based on typical weekly gross and paid hours, not a pure base rate.

Weekly Gross $1,350–$1,750
Typical Week ~$1,600
Effective Hourly Approximately $25–$32 (based on typical gross and paid hours)
Estimated Annual Gross $70,200–$91,000
Typical Annual ~$83,200
Sign-On Bonus Up to $1,000 ($500 at 60 days + $500 at 180 days)
Extra Pay Additional stops & securement activity
Detention After company threshold (documented)
Referral Bonus $1,000
Safety Incentive Up to $750 quarterly

Schedule, Home Time & Routes

Home Time Home every night
Operating Area Lexington & Central Kentucky (approximately 100–150 air miles)
Terminal Lexington, KY
Weekly Miles 1,200–1,600
Dispatch Window 5:00–6:30 AM start
Typical Finish 4:00–6:00 PM
Work Week Monday–Friday, typically 50–55 hours
Weekend Work Occasional Saturdays during peak construction season

Equipment & Cabin Specs

Tractor Years & Model 2021–2025 Kenworth T680 Day Cabs
Transmission Predominantly automatic
Safety Systems Collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise (on equipped units)
Assignment Assigned equipment when available; limited slip-seating for maintenance
Trailers 48-ft steel flatbeds (typically 3–7 years old)
Securement Gear Winches, ratchet straps, chains, binders, edge protectors and tarp systems
ELD / Telematics Geotab
Cameras Driver-facing and road-facing where installed

Air-ride suspension is standard. The company supplies and replaces all securement equipment through the terminal. Maintenance is handled by the local shop and approved vendors.

Real Routes

Building-material loads originate at Lexington supplier yards and move to contractor yards, residential developments and commercial sites throughout Central Kentucky. Freight mix shifts with customer orders and seasonal construction activity.

  • Dimensional lumber, engineered wood, OSB, plywood, roofing shingles and metal roofing
  • Siding, drywall, insulation, windows, doors, fencing and masonry products
  • Packaged steel, light structural steel and construction accessories
  • Common destinations: Georgetown, Richmond, Winchester, Frankfort, Nicholasville, Versailles, Mount Sterling, Berea, Lawrenceburg and Louisville
  • Typical multi-stop loops via I-75, I-64, US-25, KY-4 and the Bluegrass Parkway
  • Building-material freight commonly moves through industrial and commercial corridors around Palumbo Drive, Enterprise Drive and Industry Road

Typical Week & Daily Workflow

  • Monday starts with a pre-planned route after pre-trip inspection and securement check.
  • First load is frequently staged or picked up from a Lexington-area supplier yard.
  • Tuesday through Thursday typically carry the highest multi-stop volume across Central Kentucky.
  • Busy days often include 4–8 deliveries with possible mid-day reloads.
  • Supplier yard waits of 20–60 minutes are common during morning shipping windows.
  • Customer unloading usually takes 20–45 minutes; active job sites can take longer.
  • Friday focuses on completing remaining deliveries, returning equipment, paperwork and maintenance reports.
  • Tractors park at the Lexington terminal overnight; personal vehicles remain at the yard.

About This Local CDL-A Operation

This mid-sized regional operation specializes in short-haul flatbed movement of construction supplies that keep contractor yards and active job sites stocked across the Bluegrass region. Drivers link Lexington-area distributors with residential and commercial projects throughout Central Kentucky, emphasizing reliable weekday volume over long-haul mileage. Equipment returns to the Lexington terminal each evening so drivers are home daily. The work centers on consistent delivery of lumber, roofing, drywall, steel and related building materials that support ongoing development in the Lexington metro and surrounding counties.

Benefits & Healthcare Coverage

Medical Insurance with employee contribution options
Dental & Vision Coverage available
Retirement 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off After eligibility requirements
Holidays Paid company holidays
Orientation Paid orientation and safety onboarding
Training Flatbed securement refresher training
Equipment Support Company-provided straps, chains, binders, edge protection & PPE
DOT Physical Paid renewal when policy requirements are met
Parking Terminal parking for personal vehicles

Driver Qualification Requirements

Required

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum age 21
  • Valid DOT physical and medical card
  • Acceptable MVR with no serious disqualifying violations
  • No recent major preventable accidents
  • Ability to climb on trailers, handle straps and chains, operate binders and work outdoors in varying weather
  • Participation in required drug and alcohol testing
  • No additional endorsements required for this position

Preferred

  • 6–12 months of CDL-A experience
  • Prior flatbed, lumber or open-deck experience

Operational Delays

  • Morning congestion on I-75, I-64 and Lexington connector routes
  • Supplier yard forklift queues typically lasting 20–60 minutes
  • Job-site waits for crane, forklift or accessible unloading areas
  • Weather impacts on tarp work and overall construction activity
  • Road construction and changing site access conditions

Hiring Process

1
Online Application
Submit application
2
Recruiter Screen
Phone interview within 1 business day
3
Verification
CDL, MVR, employment history & Clearinghouse
4
Orientation
Paid onboarding at Lexington terminal

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many deliveries occur on a typical day? ▼
Busy multi-stop days usually involve 4–8 deliveries. Larger loads or longer turns may have fewer stops.
Q: Is tarping required on every load? ▼
Tarping is required only when the specific building-material load needs weather protection. Not every load is tarped.
Q: Are routes fixed each day? ▼
No. Dispatch adjusts sequences based on customer orders, trailer availability, weather and construction schedules.
Q: Do drivers take equipment home overnight? ▼
Tractors and trailers return to the Lexington company yard. Loaded trailers are not taken home unless specifically authorized.
Q: What physical demands are involved? ▼
Drivers climb onto and around flatbeds, handle straps and chains, operate binders, inspect loads and work outdoors in all weather.
Q: How long does hiring usually take? ▼
The normal process runs 3–7 business days depending on verification turnaround and screening availability.
Q: Is this a drop-and-hook operation? ▼
No. Most loads are live/forklift loaded at origin and unloaded at customer or job-site locations. Limited drop activity occurs only when equipment is pre-staged.
Q: Does this CDL-A flatbed job require previous flatbed experience? ▼
Prior flatbed, lumber or open-deck experience is preferred but not strictly required. Candidates must be comfortable climbing on trailers, handling straps and chains, and working outdoors. Securement refresher training is provided.
Q: How much does a local CDL-A flatbed driver make in Lexington KY? ▼
Weekly gross typically ranges from $1,350 to $1,750. Estimated annual gross is $70,200–$91,000, with a typical driver around $83,200 per year depending on hours, extra activity pay and consistency.
Q: Is this Lexington CDL-A flatbed job home daily? ▼
Yes. This is a true local position. Drivers return equipment to the Lexington terminal each evening and are home every night. Occasional Saturday work may occur during peak construction periods.

CDL Job Market

Lexington maintains a moderately competitive CDL-A hiring environment. The metro sits between larger freight markets in Louisville and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region, giving drivers access to dry-van, LTL, dedicated distribution, manufacturing and construction-related opportunities. Flatbed positions form a smaller candidate pool because the work requires comfort with chains, straps, climbing and weather exposure. Local building-material carriers, national distributors and regional trucking companies actively compete for experienced drivers who prefer to stay home nightly. Demand remains steady across local, regional and dedicated categories, supported by ongoing residential and commercial development throughout the Bluegrass region.

Location & Freight Market

Lexington functions as a Central Kentucky distribution point for construction products that serve residential, commercial and institutional projects across the Bluegrass region. Building-material suppliers handle lumber, roofing, drywall, siding, masonry, insulation, doors and windows for surrounding counties including Georgetown, Richmond, Winchester, Frankfort, Midway and Sadieville. Many products move directly from supplier yards to contractor yards or active job sites. Building-material freight commonly moves through industrial and commercial corridors around Palumbo Drive, Enterprise Drive and Industry Road. The principal highway network of I-75, I-64, US-25, KY-4 and the Bluegrass Parkway supports efficient regional movement, while city arterials and secondary routes handle final delivery. Construction traffic, job-site access and seasonal weather exert greater influence on daily productivity than pure terminal-to-terminal operations. Spring and summer typically increase volume; winter weather can reduce job-site activity.

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