CDL A Truck Driver - $1250 orientation pay (Gilroy)

Central Oregon Truck Company
Gilroy, CA

Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers

  • PAY THAT PERFORMS - Earn up to $127,000 per year
  • START STRONG. STAY STRONG. - $1,250 paid orientation
  • MINIMUMS THAT MATTER - $1,350 minimum pay for qualifying weeks

Why Drive for Central Oregon Truck Company?

Central Oregon Truck Company was built by flatbed drivers-and it's still run by flatbed drivers today. Since 1992, COTC has focused exclusively on flatbed freight, building a reputation for strong pay, safe operations, and drivers who know their craft. Now, we're hiring in your local area!

That focus shows. COTC consistently earns top CSA scores, keeps freight moving, and has been named one of the Best Fleets to Drive For(R) for eleven years running. If you're an experienced OTR driver ready to step into flatbed-or a flatbed pro looking for a company that does it right-COTC delivers.

Flatbed Truck Driver Job Overview

  • Top-tier pay with real guarantees. Top drivers earn up to $127,000 per year, with 60CPM base pay plus up to 4CPM in performance incentives and a $1,350 minimum for qualifying weeks.
  • Loyalty pay that starts immediately. Earn up to 5.5CPM in loyalty pay, accruing from day one-rewarding consistency and commitment, not just miles.
  • Extra pay for the work you do. Get paid for the details with $75 tarp pay and $100 dwell pay, so your effort doesn't go unpaid.
  • Home time that lets you reset. Run OTR with home time every two weeks, totaling five days per month, giving you real time to recharge.
  • No flatbed experience? No problem Experienced OTR drivers can learn flatbed at orientation with hands-on support.
  • Paid orientation, start with confidence. Earn $1,250 in orientation pay, so you're paid from the very start.

Benefits That Back the Miles

  • Industry-leading insurance with 100% company-paid medical premiums
  • Company-paid life insurance and passenger insurance
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • No-fee per diem program
  • Rider policy available
  • Late-model Kenworth T680 manual 10-speeds

Pay varies by experience level and production. There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Driver Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • 12+ months Regional or OTR experience

Reference Number: 210010020-031926

Posted 2026-03-27

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