CDL-A Semi-Local Flatbed Driver – Lumber Account | WA & OR
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CDL-A Semi-Local Flatbed Driver – Lumber Account | WA & OR
Join a semi-local CDL-A driving position hauling dimensional pressure-treated lumber throughout Washington and Oregon. This heavy haul lumber account offers consistent weekday scheduling, assigned day cab equipment, and hotel accommodations for overnight layovers.
Pay Details
$85,000.00 per year
- Average Weekly Pay: $1,635
- Receive $0.01 CPM increases annually until reaching the maximum pay rate of $0.49 CPM
- $75 layover pay for each overnight layover
- Hotel accommodations provided for overnight layovers
- Doubles endorsement costs reimbursed by the account
Job Details
- Semi-local position operating throughout Washington and Oregon
- Haul dimensional pressure-treated lumber from the manufacturer to retail facilities, including Lowe's and various lumber yards
- Operate tandem flatbed trailers
- Heavy haul freight with loads up to 105,500 GVW
- First load is typically preloaded the night before, with subsequent loads live loaded as scheduled
- Drivers are responsible for strapping and securing all loads
- No tarping required
- Operate brand-new 40'/24' trailer combination sets with a turntable
- Minimal trailer uncoupling required
- Assigned day cab trucks
- Trucks must remain at the account during time off
- Drivers may support other DCS/JBI accounts an average of 3 days per week
Shift Details
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Typically off Saturday and Sunday
- Opportunity to work a 6th day if desired
- Morning start times between 3:00 AM and 6:00 AM
- Average 12-hour workdays
- Drivers are typically out 1–2 nights per week, depending on the delivery route
- Hotel accommodations provided for overnight layovers
- $75 paid per layover
Job Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL
- No SAP Drivers
- Must obtain a Doubles endorsement within 1 week of hire
- Account reimburses the cost of obtaining the Doubles endorsement
- Must be comfortable operating flatbed and heavy haul equipment
- Must be able to safely strap and secure all loads
- Must be willing to chain during snowy weather when required
- Must meet all DOT, company, and account-specific requirements
- Safe driving record