Local Flatbed Position Full-Time Company Driver

CDL-A Local Construction Materials Flatbed Driver

Hiring Radius: Approximately 75 miles of Nashville • Terminal: Nashville, TN

Nashville, TN Local Home Daily 2020–2025 Tractors

Local flatbed deliveries of structural steel, lumber, roofing and building supplies across Nashville’s construction network pay $1,500–$2,000 weekly ($78,000–$104,000 annually) with home every day.

Weekly Gross
$1,500–$2,000
Estimated Annual: $78,000–$104,000
Sign-On Bonus $1,000
Home Time Home Daily
Driver Type Company Driver
Weekly Miles Local Short-Haul
Freight Type Construction Materials

Position Overview

Day-cab flatbed work moves construction components between supplier yards and active commercial-residential jobsites throughout the Nashville metro.

  • Completes daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on tractor and flatbed.
  • Secures loads with chains, binders, straps, edge protectors and tarps.
  • Coordinates with site supervisors, forklift and crane operators on deliveries.
  • Manages bills of lading, material tickets and customer receiving documents.
  • Maintains accurate ELD records, inspection reports and operational notes.
  • Communicates traffic delays and customer changes directly with dispatch.

Pay & Compensation Breakdown

Hourly pay covers both driving time and the non-driving work of securement, jobsite waits and customer coordination common to construction flatbed.

Weekly Range $1,500–$2,000
Hourly Rate $30–$36/hour
Estimated Annual $78,000–$104,000
Sign-On Bonus $1,000 ($500 at 60 days / $500 at 90 days)
Detention $25/hour after 2-hour customer wait (approved)
Referral Bonus $500 after 90 days
Safety Incentive $75–$200 monthly
Pay Frequency Weekly

Schedule, Home Time & Routes

Home Time Home Daily
Operating Radius Approx. 75 miles of Nashville
Terminal Nashville, TN
Shift Day Shift, Monday–Friday
Dispatch Window 5:00 AM – 7:00 AM start

Equipment & Cabin Specs

Tractor Models Kenworth T680 / Peterbilt 579
Model Years 2020–2025 (majority 2–7 years old)
Cab Type Day Cab, Tandem Axle
Transmission Automated manuals + some manuals
Trailers 48-ft & 53-ft steel deck flatbeds
Securement Gear Chains, binders, ratchet straps, edge protectors, coil racks, winches, tarps
Technology ELD, GPS tracking, YMS, digital inspections
Safety Systems Collision mitigation, lane departure, adaptive cruise, dash cameras (newer units)

Fleet-maintained vocational flatbeds with planned preventive service and roadside support coordinated through dispatch.

Real Routes

Construction materials leave supplier yards and steel facilities for commercial developments, residential sites and contractor yards across Middle Tennessee.

  • Nashville to Franklin via I-65 South / US-31 – commercial construction, lumber, steel.
  • Nashville to Lebanon via I-40 East – industrial materials and warehouse development steel.
  • Nashville to Murfreesboro via I-24 Southeast – residential framing supplies and steel products.
  • Nashville to Spring Hill via I-65 South – commercial development and contractor loads.
  • Nashville to Clarksville via I-24 Northwest – lumber, roofing and construction support materials.
  • Nashville to Gallatin via I-65 North / TN-386 – industrial expansion steel and building components.

Typical Week & Daily Workflow

  • Arrive 5:00–7:00 AM at terminal or supplier yard for pre-trip and load assignment.
  • Complete yard check-in, receive pickup instructions and customer contact details.
  • Oversee forklift or crane loading, verify placement and perform full securement inspection.
  • Deliver first load to jobsite, coordinate with supervisors for crane or forklift unload.
  • Return for midday reload or supplier transfer, then complete second delivery cycle.
  • Finish remaining local movements, end-of-day inspections and return equipment to terminal parking.

About the Carrier

Construction supply chains across Middle Tennessee depend on short-haul flatbed capacity that links material yards with active commercial and residential projects. Building suppliers, steel distributors and lumber facilities generate daily freight that must reach jobsites on schedule so contractors can stay productive. This regional operation specializes in those local construction movements, keeping equipment productive between supplier yards and changing delivery locations throughout Davidson County and surrounding communities. The focus remains on predictable day-cab cycles that match the timing of jobsite demand rather than long-distance linehaul.

Benefits & Healthcare Coverage

Medical Medical insurance options
Dental & Vision Dental and vision coverage
Retirement 401(k) with company participation
Time Off Paid time off after eligibility; paid holidays
Flatbed Support Securement equipment replacement, safety refresher training, tarp guidance

Driver Qualification Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL, minimum age 21, meets DOT standards.
  • 6+ months CDL-A experience preferred; flatbed securement a strong advantage.
  • Acceptable MVR, no major recent violations, safe operating history.
  • Ability to handle chains/straps, climb trailer when permitted, work outdoors.
  • No additional endorsements required.

Operational Delays

  • Morning congestion on I-24, I-40 and I-65 near construction zones.
  • Crane or forklift availability delays at active jobsites.
  • Site access limitations and incomplete receiving area preparation.
  • Weather-related slowdowns that reduce jobsite activity in winter.
  • Supplier yard staging congestion during peak morning pickup windows.

Hiring Process

1
Application
Submit CDL and experience details online
2
Screening
Recruiter reviews flatbed background and availability
3
Compliance
MVR, background, Clearinghouse and DOT review
4
Orientation
Local terminal onboarding and first dispatch

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many loads does a typical day include? ▼
Most shifts complete 2–4 local deliveries depending on distance, appointment windows and unloading method.
Q: Are overnight trips ever required? ▼
Overnight travel is not normally part of the operation; equipment returns to the terminal each day.
Q: What happens if a jobsite is not ready for delivery? ▼
Dispatch adjusts sequencing, documents detention when applicable and reassigns to keep equipment moving.
Q: Is flatbed experience mandatory? ▼
Preferred but not required; strong CDL-A safety records with willingness to learn securement are considered.
Q: How is weather-sensitive freight handled? ▼
Tarps are used for materials that need protection; securement is rechecked after the first miles and weather changes.
Q: Where is equipment parked overnight? ▼
Tractors and trailers return to designated company terminal parking; loaded trailers are not left unattended without approval.
Q: How long does hiring usually take? ▼
Qualified local candidates typically move from application to first dispatch in 3–7 business days.

CDL Job Market

Nashville ranks among Tennessee’s strongest CDL-A markets because it functions as a regional distribution hub linking Middle Tennessee to the broader Southeast network. Local demand spans construction freight, retail distribution, manufacturing support, food distribution, automotive suppliers and general regional work. National fleets, regional carriers, LTL operators, building-supply distributors and specialized flatbed companies all compete for qualified Class A drivers. Flatbed talent remains harder to recruit than dry-van drivers because securement knowledge, equipment handling and jobsite delivery experience are required. Construction-related positions commonly pay higher than basic local dry-van work and favor hourly compensation with overtime rather than mileage-only structures. Home-daily schedules, early dispatch windows and day-cab equipment dominate the local segment, giving experienced flatbed drivers consistent options across multiple carriers.

Location & Freight Market

Ongoing commercial expansion, residential growth, warehouse development and infrastructure projects generate steady construction freight across Middle Tennessee. Building-supply yards, steel distributors, lumber facilities and industrial suppliers located around Nashville, Antioch, Madison, Hermitage and Lebanon feed materials into active job sites throughout Davidson County and surrounding communities. Major corridors—Interstate 40, Interstate 24, Interstate 65 and Interstate 840—link the metro with growing markets in Franklin, Murfreesboro, Lebanon, Spring Hill and Clarksville. Short-distance movements predominate because contractors need timed material arrivals to keep project schedules on track. Spring and summer construction peaks increase volume, while winter weather can slow certain jobsite activity. The combination of continuous development and a dense supplier network keeps flatbed capacity in demand year-round.

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