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Regional CDL-A Truck Driver | $28–$35/hr | Home Most Weekends
PVS Metals / FR8 (Owen Industries) – Carter Lake, IA (Near Downtown Omaha) | Full-Time
Drive the Midwest. Be Home More. Get Paid What You're Worth.
Are you an experienced Class A CDL Driver looking for steady regional routes with reliable home time? At PVS Metals, we're seeking dependable, skilled drivers to handle steel deliveries across the Midwest. Unlike traditional OTR, our regional drivers are only out 2–3 nights per week and home most weekends.
If you want the open road without sacrificing your personal life — and you want to be paid competitively for every hour you work — this is your role.
The Details
- Pay: $28.00–$35.00/hr depending on experience
- Per Diem: Up to $75/night for overnight stays
- Home Time: Home most weekends — only 2–3 nights away during the week
- Routes: Regional Midwest
What's In It For You
✅ $28–$35/hr depending on experience ✅ Per diem up to $75/night for overnight stays ✅ Home most weekends — only 2–3 nights out per week ✅ 9 paid holidays 2 weeks of PTO✅ Free uniforms provided✅ Safety boot and prescription safety glasses vouchers✅ Health, Dental & Vision insurance✅ Life/AD&D and Disability coverage✅ 401(k) with company match✅ A supportive, Veteran-friendly culture✅ Be part of a team dedicated to safety, reliability, and excellence
Benefits begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
What You'll Do
- Safely operate Class A flatbed trucks across Midwest regional routes, following all DOT, state, and federal regulations
- Perform regular preventive maintenance checks and keep your truck in excellent condition
- Plan and execute deliveries efficiently, ensuring materials arrive safely and on time
- Represent PVS Metals professionally, building strong relationships with customers during deliveries
- Maintain accurate route, hours, and delivery documentation
What We're Looking For
- Valid Class A CDL with proper endorsements
- 3–5 years of flatbed driving experience — steel hauling strongly preferred
- Knowledge of safe freight handling and load securement
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- A safety-first mindset and the ability to work independently on the road
- Reliable, punctual, and professional on every delivery
- Team player who supports fellow drivers and crew in meeting goals
Why PVS Metals / FR8?
PVS Metals is part of Owen Industries, a decades-long leader in the steel industry. Our FR8 division handles regional steel delivery across the Midwest — and our drivers are the face of our company on every route. You'll be part of a team that values safety, reliability, and the professionals who keep our customers supplied and satisfied.
🇺🇸 Veterans — You Belong Here
The discipline, professionalism, and mission-driven mindset you developed in service make you exactly the kind of driver we want on our team. PVS Metals and Owen Industries are proud to be Veteran-friendly employers committed to providing opportunities and a supportive environment for those who have served.
Apply Now
Regional routes, competitive hourly pay, per diem, and home most weekends — this is the driving job you've been looking for. Apply today and let's get you on the road with PVS Metals.
Owen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs — without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
4:00 AM start time
Salary : $28 - $35