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

Flatbed

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

Frequently Asked Questions About TMC Transportation

TMC pays drivers a percentage of the load revenue rather than a flat per-mile rate. This means you earn more on higher-value freight. The exact percentage varies by experience level and typically ranges from 25-30% of the line haul revenue.

Yes. TMC is exclusively a flatbed carrier. All their trailers are open-deck flatbeds hauling steel, lumber, building materials, machinery, and other freight that requires strapping and tarping.

Yes, for the most part. TMC's operating model is designed to get drivers home for weekends, typically Thursday or Friday through Sunday or Monday. This is unusual for OTR operations and is a major draw for drivers.