Flatbed Truck Driver - $1,200 orientation pay (Newark)

Lone Star Transportation
Newark, NJ

Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers

BIG PAY, SERIOUS FREIGHT - Pros earn up to $150,000 per year
CLIMB THE PAY LADDER - Clear advancement paths to higher-paying loads
STRONG STARTS, SOLID BENEFITS - $1,200 orientation pay + benefits that support your career

Why Drive for Lone Star Transportation:

At Lone Star, flatbed drivers don't get stuck in one lane - they move up. Our operation is built around rewarding skill, experience, and reliability with access to better freight and higher earning potential. From standard flatbed to RGN and step deck opportunities, Lone Star gives professional drivers a clear path to premium work, modern equipment, and long-term career 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.

Flatbed Truck Driver Job Overview

  • Earning power that matches your skill. Standard OTR drivers earn up to $85,000 per year, with weekly pay averaging $1,200-$1,800 . Specialized drivers hauling RGN and step deck freight can earn up to $150,000 annually.
  • Multiple freight paths available. Access standard flatbed, step deck, and RGN opportunities - plus salary pay options for qualifying positions.
  • Paid start and bonus opportunities. Earn $1,200 orientation pay, plus safety and clean inspection bonuses that reward professional driving.
  • Home time that lets you reset. Enjoy 3-4 days to reset at home between runs. Drivers typically out 3-4 weeks .
  • Nationwide opportunities. Hiring across all 48 contiguous states, with freight lanes that keep you moving.

Benefits & Perks

  • Benefits that cover the essentials. 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 & career growth. Earn $3,000 per referral and take advantage of Lone Star's Career Advancement Program, designed to move drivers into better loads and premier pay.

*Pay varies by route, location, experience level, and performance.
**Specialized drivers pull a mix of specialized trailers and standard flatbed trailers. There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Driver Requirements

  • Valid CDL A License
  • Must be 22 years of age
  • 1 year OTR experience in the last 3 years OR 2 years of OTR experience in the last 5 years
  • 6+ months verifiable flatbed experience

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: On the road

Reference Number: 200800029-100925

Posted 2026-03-10

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