- Company: Baggett Transportation
- Location: Blountville, Sullivan County
- Full Time
- Blountville, Sullivan County
- Apply on company site
Baggett Transportation at a glance
baggetttransportation.comBaggett Transportation (baggetttransportation.com) is a family-run freight carrier hiring CDL-A owner-operators for OTR flatbed work. A TheTrucker.com profile describes it as a people-focused shop where crews “get along together.”
Baggett Transportation is expanding its driver network and seeking experienced CDL-A Owner Operators for over-the-road flatbed hauling based out of Blountville, Sullivan County. If you own your truck and want dependable freight with a carrier that backs your business, this opportunity is built for you.
About the Role
As a CDL-A Owner Operator with Baggett Transportation, you will run OTR flatbed lanes hauling a wide range of specialized freight. We welcome both solo drivers and team partners who want consistent miles, transparent earnings, and genuine support from the moment they roll out. This is a full-time, non-remote position operating out of Blountville, Sullivan County.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate flatbed and stepdeck trailers across over-the-road routes safely and on schedule
- Secure, tarp, and transport assorted specialized freight in compliance with all DOT regulations
- Maintain your own truck and equipment in road-ready condition
- Communicate consistently with dispatch and support staff to keep loads moving
- Deliver reliable, professional service as either a solo or team owner operator
Qualifications
- Valid CDL-A license in good standing
- Minimum of 2 years verifiable OTR driving experience
- Own a tractor suitable for flatbed and stepdeck operations
- Clean driving record and a strong commitment to safety
- Willingness to run over-the-road lanes as a solo or team operator
What Baggett Offers Owner Operators
- Earn 70% – 75% of line haul
- 100% fuel surcharge passed through to you
- Steady, consistent freight to keep your truck loaded
- Minimal deductions and dedicated on-the-road support
About Baggett Transportation
Baggett Transportation is a flatbed and stepdeck carrier partnering with independent owner operators who value steady work and a team that invests in their success. With reliable freight, low deductions, and hands-on support, Baggett helps drivers feel right at home while building a profitable trucking business.
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Recent news
- Transportation options to local World Cup games to remain the same, official says - Denton Record-Chronicle
- Baggett Transportation is family company; comprises people who ‘get along together’ - TheTrucker.com
- Leon Marlaire Obituary - Pelham, AL - Dignity Memorial
- Patrick Baggett announces reelection bid for Ward 4 - Williamson Herald
- Dump truck hits I-20 overpass, leading to fiery crash - Douglas County Sentinel
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Working in Blountville, Sullivan County
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Blountville sits in Sullivan County in East Tennessee (37617). Tennessee is a landlocked Southeastern state bordering Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Missouri—useful context for OTR lanes out of the Tri-Cities area.
Tennessee, officially the State of Tennessee, is a landlocked state in the Southeastern region of the United States. It borders Kentucky to the north, Virginia to the northeast, North Carolina to the east, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi to the south, Arkansas to the southwest, and Missouri to the northwest. Tennessee is the 36th-largest by area and the 15th-most populous of the 50 states. Accor
🇺🇸 Relocation safety for US: Exercise Normal Caution — via Warnely, CC BY 4.0
National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 215,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Tennessee: 8.1% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Tennessee: $7.25/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Tennessee: $61,429 — via FRED
Home prices in Tennessee (year over year): +3.5% — via FRED
Median household income in Sullivan County: $56,802 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most recent FEMA-declared disaster in Sullivan County: Severe Winter Storm (Winter Storm), Feb 2026 — via FEMA
Average commute time in Sullivan County: 22 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Sullivan County: Drove Alone (80%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Sullivan County: 88% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby history: Old Deery Inn, listed 1973 (71m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 67°F / low 44°F year-round (summers around 85°F, winters around 27°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Below average walkable (7.5/20) — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $818/mo (1BR) · $1,044/mo (2BR) — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 468m (1,535 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
About this role & career path
Owner-operator flatbed OTR builds independence: equipment ownership, route discipline, and freight relationships. Two years’ CDL-A experience is the stated bar; strong securement and safety records support steadier loads and longer carrier partnerships.
Build the skills for this role
Core stack: active CDL-A, flatbed securement, ELDT-compliant training history, and HOS fluency.
Free & low-cost learning resources
Be ready on flatbed securement, OTR lifestyle, equipment readiness, and why Baggett’s family-carrier model fits you. Bring proof of two-plus years CDL-A experience and a clean safety story.
Watch & learn
Video via YouTube.
Strong match if you already run as (or toward) CDL-A owner-operator OTR flatbed with 2+ years experience and want a family-scale carrier based around East Tennessee lanes—not a desk or remote role.
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Listing facts
- Role CDL-A Owner Operator – 2yrs EXP Required – OTR – Flatbed – Baggett Transportation
- Employer Baggett Transportation
- Location Blountville, Sullivan County
- Type Full Time
- Posted June 16, 2026
- Apply by 2026-07-28
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (312 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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