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Specialized Flatbed Truck Driver

$150k

LoneStar Transportation

Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers

  • Premium pay for proven skill - Specialized drivers earn up to $150,000 per year*
  • Climb the pay ladder - Clear advancement paths to higher-paying loads
  • Strong start, solid benefits - $6,000 Sign-on bonus + Orientation pay

Why Drive for Lone Star Transportation?

At Lone Star, heavy haul isn't a side operation - it's the whole game. This is specialized work that demands real skill, and Lone Star pays for it. With a structured Career Advancement Program and access to heavy haul, blade hauling and other freight, drivers have a clear path to premium loads and long-term earning growth.

If you're ready to run challenging freight, earn more for your expertise, and be backed by a company that invests in your future, Lone Star is where you level up.

Specialized CDL-A Driver Overview

  • Earning power that matches your skill. Top experienced drivers earn up to $150,000 per year. Pay is structured by experience and freight type - CPM drivers earn 62-68 baseCPM plus a 2CPM safety bonus, while salary-based drivers earn $1,325-$2,500 weekly with an additional 5-10% based on the freight being hauled.*
  • Freight as diverse as your skill set. Lone Star hauls a wide range of specialized loads - wind blades, heavy haul, oversized freight, and more. Wind drivers rotate between blade hauling and heavy haul as projects and demand dictate, keeping the work varied and the miles consistent.
  • Extended runs built for stronger earning weeks. Drivers typically head home every 2-3 weeks, stacking serious miles and income before a scheduled reset.
  • Get paid to get started. Earn a $6,000 sign-on bonus plus $1,200* in orientation pay, putting serious money in your pocket before your first run.
  • Nationwide freight that keeps you moving. Hiring across all 48 contiguous states with freight lanes designed to keep miles consistent.

Benefits & Perks

  • Coverage that backs you up. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k) with company match and paid time off.
  • Extras that matter on the road. No-cost rider program, toll tags, and CAT Scale pass included.
  • Referral rewards that add up. Earn $3,000 per driver you refer*, on top of your regular pay.

All pay and bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details.

There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Driver Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • 1 year OTR experience within the last 3 years, OR 2 years OTR experience within the last 5 years
  • 6+ months verifiable experience hauling loads at least 13' wide, 110' long, 150,000 lbs., and 14'6" tall
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