Flatbed Driver Trainer

Position Summary

AFC Transport is hiring a Flatbed Driver Trainer to coach transitioning and experienced CDL-A flatbed drivers hauling lumber, steel, machinery, and coils
. This role is hands‑on and focused on safe securement, tarping, DOT compliance, trip planning, and OTR performance
. You will partner with Safety and Operations to reduce preventable incidents, reduce cargo claims, and improve retention.

• Train drivers to AFC standards on flatbed securement and tarping
  • Lumber, steel, machinery, and coil (including proper coil orientation and securement practices)
• Coach load checks and re‑securement habits (first 50 miles and required intervals)
• Reinforce DOT/FMCSA compliance (HOS, ELD best practices, inspection readiness)
• Provide coaching tied to performance and safety expectations; document training and progress
• Provide weekly updates to leadership on driver readiness and trends

• Valid CDL‑A in good standing
• Proven OTR flatbed experience with lumber, steel, machinery, and coil
• Strong knowledge of cargo securement and tarping, and ability to teach it hands‑on
• Strong knowledge of DOT/FMCSA, HOS, and ELD
• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather
• Ability to climb trailers, throw straps/chains, tighten binders, and tarp loads as needed
• Frequent travel and time in the field with drivers

Starting at $60,000.