by Melton Truck Lines | Jan 19, 2023 | Flatbed Trucking
A Day in the Life of a Truck Driver If you’ve considered truck driving as a career, you’re probably curious what a typical day on the road is like. The lifestyle can be appealing to those who like working independently and don’t mind working for long stretches of...
by Melton Truck Lines | Aug 15, 2022 | Flatbed Trucking
Flatbed trucking is commonly viewed as one of the most challenging types of truck driving jobs in the industry due to the physical demand and unique skills that are required. Flatbed drivers must work in all types of weather conditions, lift heavy tarps, and secure...
by Melton Truck Lines | Jun 23, 2022 | Flatbed Trucking
Flatbed trucking can often be an intimidating field to enter, especially when it comes to clarifying the training process. Entry level CDL drivers may ask themselves, “Is flatbed trucking easier?” or “What do I need to know about flatbed trucking?”. With the physical...
by Melton Truck Lines | Jun 21, 2022 | Flatbed Trucking
Tarping & Securing Your Own Loads Flatbed drivers haul a wide variety of commodities that can’t fit or don’t make sense to place in an enclosed trailer, such as: steel, lumber, building materials, and large machinery to name a few. It’s the driver’s responsibility...
