Owner-Operator Flatbed Truck Driver

Tennessee Steel Haulers Inc. (TSH), a Nashville-based carrier with a nationwide network, is seeking independent Owner Operator Drivers for flatbed and specialized freight. Partner with a company founded in 1976 that values safety, reliability, and driver success. Haul freight across the U.S. while managing your routes and business with support from responsive dispatch and access to consistent loads. Responsibilities include safely securing and transporting cargo, maintaining equipment and required records, meeting delivery schedules, and communicating with dispatch and customers. This opportunity offers competitive pay, independence, and a professional, driver-focused culture built on respect and long-term partnerships. Owner-operators must provide qualifying equipment and meet applicable licensing, insurance, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Transport flatbed and specialized freight safely to destinations nationwide.
• Secure, inspect, and protect cargo in accordance with safety regulations and customer requirements.
• Coordinate pickups, deliveries, and route details with dispatch and customers.
• Maintain required vehicle, shipping, and delivery records.
• Communicate proactively about shipment progress, delays, and equipment needs.
• Manage and maintain owner-operated equipment and meet applicable compliance requirements.

Required Skills

• Commercial vehicle operation
• Flatbed truck operation
• Cargo securement and load chaining
• Specialized freight handling
• Route planning and navigation
• DOT and FMCSA regulatory compliance
• Pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Shipment documentation and electronic logging
• Defensive driving and safety practices
• Dispatch and customer communication