Local Flatbed Position Full-Time

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

Hiring Area: Lexington, KY • Terminal: Lexington area

Lexington, KY Local Flatbed 2020–2025 Day Cabs

Local open-deck deliveries of lumber, roofing supplies and building components across central Kentucky with daily home time and hourly pay plus tarp compensation.

Typical Weekly Gross
$1,350–$1,850
Estimated annual gross: $70,200–$96,200 at 52 paid weeks
Hourly Pay $28–$32
Schedule 45–50 hrs/week
Home Time Daily
Sign-On Bonus None listed
Freight Type Building Materials

Position Overview

Local CDL-A flatbed work delivering lumber, roofing supplies and building components from supplier yards to contractor locations across central Kentucky.

  • Pick up staged or live-loaded building materials and verify load paperwork.
  • Secure bundles with straps, edge protectors and other required equipment.
  • Apply tarps when specified by the load or customer.
  • Deliver to lumber yards, commercial projects and residential construction sites.
  • Coordinate unloading access and delivery windows with site personnel.
  • Submit signed delivery tickets or PODs and report shortages or damage.
  • Inspect securement gear and report defects before dispatch.

Pay & Compensation Breakdown

Compensation is hourly with separate tarp pay. Overtime applies after 40 hours in a workweek when the carrier’s policy and applicable rules require it. The upper end of the weekly range needs extra hours or additional qualifying tarp operations and is not presented as a typical week.

Typical Weekly Gross $1,350–$1,850
Estimated Annual Gross $70,200–$96,200 (52 paid weeks; mathematical range only)
Hourly Rate $28–$32
Overtime 1.5× after 40 hours when applicable
Tarp Pay $20 per qualifying operation (separate from hourly)
Detention Possible after free time per carrier policy; not assumed in typical week
Sign-On Bonus None listed

Schedule, Home Time & Routes

Home Time Home daily, Monday–Friday; occasional Saturday possible
Operating Area Predominantly local central Kentucky; occasional longer runs
Terminal Lexington area
Weekly Hours Approximately 45–50
Dispatch Window 5:00–6:30 AM start; afternoon return typical

Equipment & Cabin Specs

Tractors Primarily 2021–2025 Freightliner Cascadia and 2020–2024 Kenworth T680 day cabs
Transmission Automatic transmissions common
Safety Systems ELD, forward-facing cameras, collision-mitigation and lane-departure alerts on equipped units
Trailers 48–53 ft flatbeds with straps, chains, binders, edge protectors, winches and tarps as required
Assignment Primary truck preferred based on availability; not guaranteed; slip seating possible during maintenance

Coil racks are not standard for this account. Drivers inspect securement equipment before use and report worn or damaged gear. Maintenance is handled through the company shop or approved vendors.

Real Routes

Loads originate at supplier yards and distribution facilities and move to contractor yards and active construction sites. The corridors below represent realistic local and short-regional patterns for this type of freight; actual daily assignments follow customer orders and material availability.

  • Lexington to Georgetown — lumber, treated wood and construction components.
  • Lexington to Nicholasville — residential and commercial building materials.
  • Lexington to Versailles — contractor and jobsite deliveries.
  • Lexington to Winchester — roofing, wood and metal components.
  • Lexington to Richmond — construction-site and contractor freight.
  • Lexington to Frankfort — commercial building materials.
  • Occasional longer runs toward Louisville when order timing and return fit the local schedule.

Typical Week & Daily Workflow

  • Shift begins with pre-trip inspection and confirmation of the first supplier order.
  • Material is either staged or live-loaded; driver verifies quantity and condition before securement.
  • One or more nearby deliveries are completed, then the truck returns for the next available load.
  • Dispatcher rearranges stops when a yard is delayed or a jobsite cannot accept freight.
  • Mid-week runs tend to be the most predictable when construction schedules hold.
  • Friday prioritizes confirmed orders and return of the tractor for weekend readiness.
  • Post-trip inspection and paperwork close the day at the terminal.

About the Carrier

Building-material distributors and commercial contractors in central Kentucky depend on same-day open-deck capacity that can reach both established yards and active jobsites. This mid-sized regional operation focuses on that daily delivery pattern rather than long-haul industrial freight. Drivers handle a mix of planned orders and same-day changes, with dispatch balancing material readiness, site access windows and the time required for proper securement and tarping. Work is distributed across the local fleet so that repeat supplier and contractor relationships can be maintained when schedules allow. Volume tracks outdoor construction activity, rising with spring and summer projects and adjusting when weather or site conditions slow acceptance.

Benefits & Healthcare Coverage

Medical Insurance Options available under employer plan
Dental & Vision Available if included in the selected plan
401(k) Participation available; any match subject to plan rules
Paid Time Off Accrues according to company policy and tenure
Training & Support Securement onboarding, tarping instruction, jobsite orientation, equipment replacement process

Driver Qualification Requirements

  • Valid CDL Class A meeting federal and Kentucky DOT requirements.
  • 6–12 months CDL-A experience preferred; practical flatbed experience is an advantage.
  • Acceptable MVR and driving history that meets carrier and insurer standards.
  • Successful completion of DOT drug and alcohol testing and required background checks.
  • Working knowledge of load securement and ability to perform outdoor work in changing weather.
  • Ability to use a smartphone or onboard system for routing and documentation.

Operational Delays

  • Jobsite equipment or site supervisor not ready when the truck arrives.
  • Supplier yard congestion or material still being staged.
  • Rain, mud or frozen access roads that slow unloading and tarping.
  • Traffic and road work on major corridors affecting arrival windows.
  • Higher order volume during spring and summer construction peaks.

Hiring Process

1
Application
Submit CDL details and recent work history
2
Phone Screen
Review schedule, pay structure and securement experience
3
Verification
MVR, FMCSA Clearinghouse query, drug screen
4
Offer & Orientation
Local terminal orientation and first dispatch

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How often is freight pre-staged versus live-loaded? ▼
Some orders are staged and ready for a short hand-off; others require the driver to wait while the yard completes loading and the driver checks and secures the material. The mix depends on the supplier and the day’s orders.
Q: Do drivers unload the building materials themselves? ▼
No. Customer or jobsite personnel perform unloading with forklifts or other equipment. Drivers are not expected to move heavy construction materials without proper equipment and procedure.
Q: Is drop-and-hook the normal process? ▼
Classic drop-and-hook is less common. Building-material loads typically need verification, proper placement and securement before the driver leaves the yard.
Q: What happens if a jobsite cannot accept the load? ▼
The driver documents the situation, contacts dispatch, and waits for a new window or an alternate stop. Any detention payment depends on the carrier’s written policy and confirmation of the delay.
Q: Are HazMat or Tanker endorsements required? ▼
Not for ordinary building-material loads on this account.
Q: How is securement equipment handled when it wears out? ▼
Drivers inspect straps, ratchets, chains and tarps before each use and report defects. Replacement follows the company’s established process through the shop or approved vendors.
Q: Can a loaded trailer remain overnight at a construction site? ▼
Overnight parking is not automatic. The driver must obtain customer approval and confirm the trailer will not block access, fire lanes or equipment movement.

CDL Job Market — Lexington, KY

Lexington supports a steady regional demand for CDL-A drivers rather than functioning as a national freight mega-hub. Local and short-haul openings are driven by construction supply, manufacturing, retail distribution, food and beverage, agricultural products and industrial deliveries. Carriers compete most actively for drivers who already understand open-deck securement and can operate safely around contractor equipment and restricted jobsite access. National fleets, dedicated distribution operations, building-product suppliers and smaller regional companies all hire in the area. Drivers who prefer daily home time and practical hourly schedules find consistent opportunities, while long-haul positions remain available for those seeking higher weekly miles. The presence of major interstate corridors helps keep freight volume and hiring activity relatively stable through most of the year.

Location & Freight Market — Lexington, KY

Construction activity across Fayette County and neighboring counties generates regular movement of lumber, treated timber, roofing materials, siding, fencing and metal framing components. Supplier yards and distribution facilities feed contractor locations and active building sites. I-75 provides north–south access toward Georgetown, Cincinnati, Richmond and Knoxville; I-64 connects west to Frankfort and Louisville. Local routes such as US-27, US-60 and New Circle Road link the interstates with commercial districts and project entrances. Outdoor building work typically increases in spring and summer, raising delivery volume, while rain, winter weather and soft ground can reduce unloading efficiency or force rescheduling. The combination of interstate connectivity and ongoing regional construction sustains open-deck freight demand throughout the Bluegrass area.

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