CDL-A Long-Haul Flatbed & Step Deck Owner-Operator

Independent Contractor | Long-Haul Open-Deck Operations

We are hiring experienced CDL-A Owner-Operators with their own active MC authority for long-haul Flatbed and Step Deck freight operations throughout the contiguous United States.

This opportunity is specifically for independent Owner-Operators with open-deck equipment and experience transporting machinery, construction materials, steel, industrial equipment, and other Flatbed or Step Deck freight.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Active MC authority.
• Active USDOT registration, as applicable.
• Flatbed or Step Deck equipment appropriate for long-haul freight.
• Required commercial insurance coverage.
• Current operating credentials and applicable compliance documentation.
• Relevant CDL-A commercial driving experience.
• Flatbed, Step Deck, or comparable open-deck experience.
• Working knowledge of cargo securement requirements.
• Ability to meet applicable DOT/FMCSA and safety requirements.
• Availability for long-haul operations.

Equipment

Qualified Owner-Operators must operate suitable:

• Flatbed equipment
• Step Deck equipment
• Applicable open-deck equipment appropriate for the assigned freight

Drivers should have access to appropriate securement equipment for their operation, including chains, binders, straps, edge protection, and tarps when required.

Long-Haul Operations

Operations may include freight throughout the contiguous United States.

Freight may include:

• Construction equipment
• Machinery
• Steel and fabricated materials
• Building materials
• Industrial components
• Other applicable open-deck freight

Freight opportunities vary according to equipment configuration, truck location, available lanes, load dimensions, market conditions, driver availability, Hours of Service, and operating requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial equipment during long-haul freight operations.
• Review load dimensions, weight, routing, appointments, and operating requirements.
• Properly secure freight using appropriate chains, binders, straps, tarps, and other required equipment.
• Inspect and recheck cargo securement as required.
• Follow applicable routing and permit requirements for qualifying loads.
• Maintain required ELD and Hours-of-Service compliance.
• Perform required tractor, trailer, and securement-equipment inspections.
• Maintain accurate shipment and operating documentation.
• Communicate pickup, transit, delivery, delays, and other operational updates.
• Meet applicable safety, insurance, and operating requirements.

Independent Owner-Operator Opportunity

Owner-Operators operate under their own active MC authority and remain responsible for their equipment, insurance, operating credentials, safety compliance, and business operations.

Specific operating terms are provided to qualified Owner-Operators based on the applicable opportunity.

No specific freight volume, mileage, freight rate, gross revenue, or earnings amount is guaranteed.

Apply

Apply if you are an experienced CDL-A Owner-Operator with your own active MC authority, appropriate Flatbed or Step Deck equipment, and availability for long-haul open-deck freight operations.