Melton Truck Lines

Tulsa, OK · Founded 1954 · 1,600+ trucks · 48 states, Canada

Company Overview

Melton Truck Lines is a leading open-deck carrier specializing in flatbed and step-deck freight out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The company hauls steel, building materials, heavy equipment, and oversized loads across the United States and into Canada. Melton is well-known for paying tarp pay on every covered load and for providing thorough flatbed training to new drivers. The company recruits heavily from CDL schools and has built a reputation as a strong flatbed training carrier.

Pay & Compensation

Solo Driver Pay

$0.54-$0.70/mi

Team Driver Pay

N/A

Owner-Operator Pay

$1.20-$1.55/mi

Benefits & Perks

Competitive flatbed pay
Full medical, dental, vision
401(k) with match
Paid flatbed training for new drivers
Tarp pay included on every covered load
Rider and pet policy

Hiring Requirements

Minimum Age: 21 years old
Experience Required: Recent CDL grads accepted (with training)
CDL Class: Class A
Endorsements: None required

Pros & Cons

Pros

Tarp pay on every tarped load (significant income boost)
Excellent flatbed training for new drivers
Owner-operator program available
Flexible scheduling with 14-day OTR cycles

Cons

Flatbed work is physically demanding
Smaller fleet limits route options in some regions
No dry van or reefer divisions

Equipment & Operations

Equipment Types

FlatbedStep DeckSpecialized Open Deck

Operating Region

48 states, Canada

Home Time

Every 14 days OTR; flexible scheduling

Annual Revenue

$700 million

Best For

Drivers who want to specialize in flatbed with tarp pay and hands-on training

Frequently Asked Questions About Melton Truck Lines

Yes. Melton Truck Lines pays additional tarp pay on every load that requires tarping. This can add $50-$100+ per tarped load to a driver's earnings, which is a significant income boost over time.

Yes. Melton accepts recent CDL graduates and provides an in-house flatbed training program. You will learn securement, tarping, and load planning during the training phase.

Melton hauls flatbed and step-deck freight including steel coils, lumber, building materials, heavy machinery, and oversized loads. All freight requires securement with straps, chains, or tarps.