Flatbed Jobs in Automotive & Auto Parts Hauling
Flatbed driving positions in the automotive & auto parts hauling sector. Pay: $55,000 - $85,000.
Flatbed in Automotive & Auto Parts Hauling
Automotive trucking encompasses the transport of finished vehicles, auto parts, components, and raw materials for the vehicle manufacturing supply chain. Car hauler drivers operate specialized multi-level trailers carrying 8-10 vehicles per load, while parts haulers use dry vans and flatbeds for just-in-time delivery to assembly plants. The auto industry operates on extremely tight schedules — a single late truck can shut down a production line costing the manufacturer $50,000+ per hour.
Flatbed drivers haul cargo on open trailers without walls or a roof, transporting building materials, steel coils, heavy machinery, lumber, and other oversized or irregularly shaped freight. The job requires hands-on load securement using chains, straps, binders, and tarps — it's the most physically demanding segment of trucking.
Top Automotive & Auto Parts Hauling Companies
Flatbed Requirements
- • Valid CDL-A license
- • DOT medical card
- • Physical fitness — you'll be climbing on trailers, throwing tarps, and cranking binders
- • Knowledge of FMCSA cargo securement rules (393.100-136)
- • Most carriers prefer 6+ months of experience, though some train new drivers
FAQ
What flatbed jobs are available in automotive & auto parts hauling?
Automotive & Auto Parts Hauling uses flatbed trucks for transporting goods and materials. Common positions include company driver, owner-operator, and dedicated contract.
How much do flatbed drivers in automotive & auto parts hauling make?
Flatbed drivers in the automotive & auto parts hauling sector earn approximately $55,000 - $85,000. Pay varies by experience, region, and whether you run as a company driver or owner-operator.
What qualifications do I need?
You need a valid CDL-A license and clean MVR. Automotive & Auto Parts Hauling employers prefer drivers with experience handling flatbed loads.