Hire Flatbed Drivers
Find load securement-certified flatbed drivers with tarping, chaining, and strapping experience. Placement from $500 in 2-3 business days.
Why Flatbed Drivers Are Hard to Find
Physical demands of tarping, chaining, and strapping deter younger drivers
Load securement liability — improperly secured loads create massive safety and legal exposure
Weather exposure makes flatbed less appealing than enclosed trailer work
Specialized securement training takes time, and experienced flatbed drivers command premium pay
What to Look For in a Flatbed Driver
Not every CDL holder is qualified for flatbed work. These are the credentials and experience markers that separate a reliable flatbed driver from a risky hire.
Required Credentials
Screening Requirements
- CDL-A with minimum 1 year flatbed-specific experience
- DOT drug screen and alcohol test
- MVR pull — clean record for minimum 3 years
- Demonstrated knowledge of FMCSA load securement rules (49 CFR 393)
- Tarping, chaining, and strapping proficiency verification
- Physical ability assessment — flatbed work requires regular heavy lifting
O Trucking handles all of this for you. Every flatbed driver we place has been through our full screening process before we send you a match. You get a verified, ready-to-drive professional — not a stack of unvetted resumes.
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Hiring Flatbed Drivers FAQ
Common questions about hiring flatbed drivers through O Trucking.
What certifications does a Flatbed driver need?
Flatbed drivers need a valid CDL-A, DOT medical card, demonstrated knowledge of FMCSA load securement rules (49 CFR 393), and hands-on tarping, chaining, and strapping proficiency. We verify all securement skills before placement — not just CDL credentials.
Why is it so hard to hire Flatbed drivers?
The 18,000-driver flatbed deficit exists because the work is physically demanding — tarping in weather, climbing on decks, handling chains and straps. Younger drivers often prefer enclosed trailer work. Infrastructure spending is increasing demand while the qualified pool shrinks due to aging demographics.
How fast can O Trucking find a Flatbed driver?
We place qualified Flatbed drivers in 2-3 business days. Our pre-screened pool includes drivers with verified securement experience, which eliminates the weeks-long search that most carriers face when trying to find flatbed-qualified CDL holders.
What screening does O Trucking perform on Flatbed drivers?
Every Flatbed driver undergoes CDL-A verification, DOT drug screen, MVR pull, PSP report review, employment verification, and a hands-on load securement proficiency assessment covering tarping, chaining, strapping, and weight distribution. We verify physical capability, not just credentials.
Post a Flatbed Driver Job — Free
Tell us what you need and we will start matching pre-screened flatbed drivers immediately. Posting is free; the placement fee is $500, paid only when you hire.
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