Posted August 12, 2026
Flatbed Owner Operator
JRC Transportation Inc.
Thomaston, CT, US
Full Time
150000USD - 250000USD per year
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits
Responsibilities
Requirements
JRC Transportation, Inc. is seeking experienced Flatbed Owner Operators to lease on with our fleet. As a 40+ year asset based flatbed carrier specializing in building materials and industrial freight, we offer consistent freight, competitive rates, and a supportive dispatch team. This is an independent contractor opportunity for drivers who own their own tractor and want reliable flatbed lanes with a company known for safe, dependable, on time delivery.
Benefits
Commission Only
Flexible Schedule
Mon-Fri Schedule
Career Growth Opportunities
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a flatbed tractor trailer to transport building materials and industrial freight
- Properly secure, tarp, and protect cargo using dunnage, chains, and binders per DOT and company standards
- Complete pre and post trip inspections and maintain accurate logbooks or ELD records
- Communicate proactively with dispatch on load status, delays, and delivery updates
- Maintain required permits, licenses, and documentation in JRC binder
- Comply with all DOT regulations and maintain a clean driving record
- For oversize and heavy haul loads: properly display oversize signage, flagging, and safety triangles, and coordinate with pilot or escort vehicles when required
Requirements
- 3+ years verifiable OTR experience (must be 24+ years old), OR 24 to 36 months verifiable OTR experience (must be 23+ years old)
- Clean driving record: no more than 1 at fault accident and limited moving violations in the past 3 years
- No DUI/DWI, reckless driving, or license suspension/revocation convictions
- Drivers over 65 must pass an annual DOT physical and eye exam
- Military drivers with Class A experience in the last 5 years may qualify with less OTR time
- For oversize/heavy haul loads: 2+ years experience for loads under 100,000 lbs/14', or 4+ years for loads over that, with a clean recent record
- Must have or be able to obtain required flatbed and safety equipment (tarps, chains, PPE, ELD, etc.)
