TMC Transportation
Des Moines, IA · Founded 1972 · 3,100+ trucks · 48 states
Company Overview
TMC Transportation is the premier dedicated flatbed carrier in the United States, known for exceptional driver treatment, weekend home time, and a unique percentage-based pay model. TMC exclusively operates flatbed equipment, hauling steel, building materials, machinery, and other open-deck freight. The company runs Peterbilt trucks and provides extensive flatbed training for new drivers. TMC's pay model pays drivers a percentage of the load revenue rather than a flat per-mile rate, which can result in significantly higher earnings on premium loads.
Pay & Compensation
Solo Driver Pay
$0.55-$0.72/mi (percentage pay)
Team Driver Pay
N/A
Owner-Operator Pay
N/A
Benefits & Perks
- Percentage-based pay (earn more on high-value loads)
- Full medical, dental, vision (employee-only coverage free)
- 401(k) with match
- Peterbilt trucks with APU
- Flatbed training provided
- Home most weekends
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
- Home most weekends (unique in OTR)
- Percentage pay means higher earnings on premium loads
- Peterbilt trucks with full APU
- Free employee-only health insurance
- Excellent flatbed training program
Cons
- Flatbed only (no dry van or reefer options)
- Flatbed requires physical work (tarping, strapping)
- Percentage pay can vary based on freight market
- Some seasonal freight fluctuation
Equipment & Operations
Equipment Types
Operating Region
48 states
Home Time
Weekends home in most cases (6 days out, home weekends)
Annual Revenue
$800 million
Best For
Drivers who want flatbed work with weekend home time and premium pay potential