Flatbed Truck Driver

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Nussbaum has new opportunities for experienced flatbed drivers! Our flatbed division offers great opportunities for drivers to earn more and enjoy first-rate benefits. As a Nussbaum flatbed driver, you’ll earn $1,450 - $1,800 per week, enjoy full benefits, and get weekly home time. Plus, we’re offering a $3,000 transition bonus to help you settle in. See below for details:

Industry Leading Pay

• $3,000 transition bonus for experienced drivers
• $1,500 after one week, $1,500 after six months
• $1,450 - $1,800 avg. weekly earnings (miles + activity pay + bonus scores + driver skills)
• $1,450 weekly minimum guarantee
• Activity Pay (total value of $0.08-0.12 per mile!)
• $30 for load pick-up
• $30 for load delivery
• $70 for tarping
• $40 for Brandt step deck loads
• Oversize Load Bonus: +$0.03/mile extra & $20/load
• Detention & Layover Pay
• Paid Orientation at Nussbaum – we also cover transportation, private hotel room, and on-duty meals

First-Rate Equipment

We make sure our drivers get top-of-the-line equipment, consistent maintenance, and new-model trucks with the comforts of home built-in.

• Elite Pass – covers all tolls and scales
• EFS Card – daily coverage for fuel, additives, DEF, oil, windshield fluid, antifreeze, weigh scale fees
• All Paid/Reserved Parking reimbursed

Key Benefits

• Major medical, dental and vision health benefits
• Short-term disability & life insurance benefits
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Rider program & pet policy
• Escalating paid time off & holidays
• Company-matched 401K retirement plan

Job Requirements

• Valid CDL-A
• Minimum age - 21
• No more than 3 moving violations or preventable accidents in past 3 years
• Meets all other Nussbaum safety requirements
• Must park at the Nussbaum terminal in Hudson, IL
• Flatbed driving involves lots of heavy lifting – expect in-depth driver touch freight. Also involves lots of tarping, load securement, and some oversize/open deck loads