Flatbed Truck Driving Jobs
Flatbed Trucking Jobs Near You
Almost 30% of Melton’s flatbed truck drivers have been with the company for more than three years, and more than 140 of our drivers have driven more than one million miles with Melton. Looking for more than a flatbed trucking job? Melton could be the home for you to grow in your trucking career.
Melton Truck Lines is one of the largest and most experienced international flatbed carriers in North America. With over 70 years of industry experience, we take pride in our reputation of being a leader in the flatbed trucking industry and have the experience necessary to help our drivers grow.
Our commitment to consistently improving our customer service while providing constant support to our fleet of flatbed drivers makes us stand out. We employ over 1,400 of the best drivers, prioritizing driver well-being above all.
Please give our recruiting experts a call to talk about what you’re looking for in your next driving position and get out on the road in a big blue Melton truck. Continue reading to learn more, or use the slider to visit a specific page.
What Class A Flatbed Jobs do Melton offer?
Melton offers a few different types of flatbed truck jobs for Class A drivers. In addition to our OTR driving positions, Melton also has 2 long-haul regional flatbed trucking options for drivers with experience. Melton has two permanent regional fleets called Southern and East. Regional fleets allow experienced drivers additional home time and more stability. Each regional fleet hires from specific areas across the country. Please ask your Recruiter if your location qualifies.
Regional positions are Limited and based on availability.
OTR Driving Jobs
OTR Drivers will run loads through all 48 states. Drivers that live in the dark green zone are out 12-14 days at a time. Drivers that live in the light green zone are out about 21 days at a time. You collect one 24-hour period (day) for every 7 days you are out.
Southern Regional Fleet
Our Southern fleet is for experienced drivers living within certain areas of Oklahoma and Texas, mainly along I-35. Drivers will run through OK, TX, AR, and LA. We attempt to get drivers home every weekend whenever possible.
East Regional Fleet
The East fleet is open to most eastern states and allows home time every 1 – 2 weeks. States that have qualifying areas for hiring are NE, KS, IA, MO, AR, IL, IN, OH, KY, WV, VA, PA, NY, MA, RI, CT, NJ, MD, DE, East NC, North FL, West TX, far South WI and MI.
Requirements for Melton’s Flatbed Truck Drivers
Melton Truck Lines is always searching for qualified Class A CDL candidates for flatbed driving jobs. We are a trucking company who hires from all lower 48 states. If you’re looking for a flatbed job at one of the top flatbed companies hiring now, you should meet the following standards:
Must be 21 years of age or older
No BACs, DUIs, or DWIs in the last five years
Must have a valid Class A CDL from the state you reside in
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Must meet all applicable DOT Regulations including a DOT physical and NIDA approved drug screen
Must pass an integrity interview and meet Melton’s work attendance and availability requirements
Industry-Leading Pay
Pet and Rider Passes
New Late-Model Equipment
$100 Tarp Pay
Meet the Rate my Load Program!
Nobody knows our business better than the drivers on the road who consistently interact with our customers. To make their experiences as smooth as possible, we ask our drivers to use our Rate My Load program to give constructive feedback to our team. After a driver completes a load, they can rate various aspects of their delivery experience, from loading/unloading conditions, ease of loading, accuracy of directions, and more. With this feedback, we can fix any issues right away from Melton’s end, and work more with shippers who care about the driver experience.
Melton’s Flatbed Job Application Process
Melton takes pride in being one of the best trucking companies to work for. We aim to remain ahead of the competition with top pay, benefits, free on-site clinics and dentists, on-site gym, driver help desk, referral bonuses, rider and pet programs, and much more!
1. Apply online or call 866-715-8563 to speak with a recruiter.
2. You will complete a phone interview with your recruiter where we will collect work history, safety, and background information.
3. Your recruiter will forward your application to a processor who will check your references and reports.
4. Your application will be sent back to your recruiter so you can complete a final interview to make sure that we have everything correct on your application.
Once your application is reviewed and approved by our hiring board, we will schedule your transportation to our pre-hire evaluation in Tulsa, OK.
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