Flatbed CDL-A Truck Driver, OTR Routes - Houston, TX
Company
System Transport
Location
La Marque, TX
Job Type
Internship
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
AMERICA PROUD. FLATBED STRONG. DRIVE WITH SYSTEM TRANSPORT!
System Transport is hiring experienced CDL-A flatbed truck drivers for regional and OTR routes. You will be transporting important goods and materials such as glass, steel, aluminum, building materials, machinery, coils, and specialty metals. Join our team for competitive pay, excellent benefits, a great work-life balance, and become America Proud, Flatbed Strong with System Transport. Apply Today!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/31/2026 CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver Opportunities:
• Driver Type: Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers
• Equipment Type: Flatbed
• Route Type: OTR
• Division: Division 265
• Terminal: Ennis, TX
• Home Time: 3 weeks out with 3 days off
Compensation
• Weekly Pay: $903.01 - $1,595.29
• Annual Pay: $46,956.00 - $82,940.00
• Additional compensation: Tarp pay, stop pay, detention pay, safety bonuses, and more
• Mileage rate: 0.52 - 0.66CPM, (depending on experience)
• $1,800 transition package to help you settle in
Benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off: Accrue 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours worked, then 1-9 years 80 hours PTO, 10+ years 120 hours PTO.
• Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and much more!
Requirements
• Must have a valid Class A CDL
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 4+ months of driving experience
• No more than 6 jobs in the last 3 years
• 1 year truck driving experience preferred, but not necessary
• Clean driving record and drug test
• Able to lift a 90-pound tarp onto a 5-foot platform (tested during orientation)
Additional Perks
• Rider Policy: Bring a rider aged 7+ after 90 days
• Modern, well-maintained trucks with advanced safety features
• 24/7 road service support
• Award-winning driver portal with real-time updates
Join System Transport and be part of the team that keeps America moving!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/31/2026
System Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair pay and equal opportunity for all employees.
System Transport is hiring experienced CDL-A flatbed truck drivers for regional and OTR routes. You will be transporting important goods and materials such as glass, steel, aluminum, building materials, machinery, coils, and specialty metals. Join our team for competitive pay, excellent benefits, a great work-life balance, and become America Proud, Flatbed Strong with System Transport. Apply Today!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/31/2026 CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver Opportunities:
• Driver Type: Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers
• Equipment Type: Flatbed
• Route Type: OTR
• Division: Division 265
• Terminal: Ennis, TX
• Home Time: 3 weeks out with 3 days off
Compensation
• Weekly Pay: $903.01 - $1,595.29
• Annual Pay: $46,956.00 - $82,940.00
• Additional compensation: Tarp pay, stop pay, detention pay, safety bonuses, and more
• Mileage rate: 0.52 - 0.66CPM, (depending on experience)
• $1,800 transition package to help you settle in
Benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off: Accrue 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours worked, then 1-9 years 80 hours PTO, 10+ years 120 hours PTO.
• Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and much more!
Requirements
• Must have a valid Class A CDL
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 4+ months of driving experience
• No more than 6 jobs in the last 3 years
• 1 year truck driving experience preferred, but not necessary
• Clean driving record and drug test
• Able to lift a 90-pound tarp onto a 5-foot platform (tested during orientation)
Additional Perks
• Rider Policy: Bring a rider aged 7+ after 90 days
• Modern, well-maintained trucks with advanced safety features
• 24/7 road service support
• Award-winning driver portal with real-time updates
Join System Transport and be part of the team that keeps America moving!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/31/2026
System Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair pay and equal opportunity for all employees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
