CDL-A Flatbed Regional Truck Driver

CDL-A Flatbed Regional Truck Driver

Houston, United States

Company
Empire Express
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
1.5K–2K a week
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Description:

Empire Express is a company built on respect, stability, and a commitment to the people behind the wheel. As a flatbed truck driver with Empire, you’ll join a team that prioritizes clear communication, consistent support, and a culture where your time and effort are valued. From modern equipment to responsive dispatch and leadership that listens, Empire Express creates an environment where CDL-A truck drivers can focus on the road with confidence.

Empire is excited to offer our CDL-A company drivers competitive pay, state-of-the-art equipment, and reliable miles – all without compromising time at home. Learn more about the positive, driver-focused environment we’re creating here at Empire, and apply now to be a part of it!

CDL-A Regional Flatbed Truck Drivers earn great benefits, including:
• Weekly Pay ranges: $1,500 to $2,000 Great bonus opportunities
• * $3,000 sign on bonus
• $3,000 referral bonus
• $200 orientation pay
• Safety and Fuel bonus
• Weekly home time + weekends off!
• Paid weekly via direct deposit
• 401k with company match Full medical benefits
• * Customizable insurance options including dental, vision, life, AD&D, and company paid short and long-term disability
• Vacation pay
• Mileage pay - all loaded and empty dispatched miles
• Securement training available
• Premium equipment!
• 2024 or newer Peterbilt 579s, 2027 Volvo and Freightliners
• Refrigerators, Smart TVs and SiriusXM radio free
• Advanced safety tech

Additional CDL-A Truck Driver perks include:
• Pet and rider policy Additional pay opportunities:
• * Tarp pay
• Seniority pay
• Paid for all loaded and empty dispatched miles
• Assigned trucks – no slip seating!

Job Requirements:

CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver Requirements:
• Must have valid Class A CDL
• 21+ years of age
• Must have 6 months verifiable OTR truck driving experience in the last 3 years
• Minimum of 6 months verifiable flatbed experience

Wage Range: 1500.00 - 2000.00 per week

General Description of Benefits: Weekly home time + weekends off!

Paid weekly via direct deposit

401k with company match

Full medical benefits

Customizable insurance options including dental, vision, life, AD&D, and company paid short and long-term disability

Vacation pay
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Q What is the federal minimum wage for driver jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026, applying to all non-exempt drivers including delivery and light truck drivers. Drivers paid by mileage or commission must earn at least this amount for all hours worked, with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week. 29 states plus DC have higher rates, such as $16.00 per hour in California.
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