Hire Flatbed Drivers in Hawaii
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Hawaii. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
low
Adj. Wage
$62,000-$79,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
2,800+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Hawaii
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
- Wage Range:$62,000-$79,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- Tarping, chaining, and load securement per FMCSA 393.100-393.136
- Coil securement certification preferred
- Oversize/overweight load escort experience a plus
- Comfort working at heights and in all weather conditions
Hawaii Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Hawaii
#1
Honolulu
#2
Hilo
#3
Kahului
#4
Kailua-Kona
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Hawaii
Matson NavigationYoung BrothersMilitary basesCostco HawaiiAloha Petroleum
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Hawaii
Island-only operations mean drivers are always home
Limited competition — few staffing agencies serve Hawaii
Military logistics provide consistent government contracts
Tourism economy creates steady supply-chain freight
Higher wages reflect island cost of living
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Hawaii Operation
- Highest base rates among standard equipment types
- Tarp pay adds $50-$150+ per load on top of line-haul
- Diverse freight keeps the job interesting — no two loads alike
- Less warehouse wait time — most flatbed loads are outdoor staging
- Strong demand year-round from construction and manufacturing
Other Equipment Types in Hawaii
Flatbed Drivers in Other States
Hiring Flatbed Drivers in Hawaii — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Hawaii, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Flatbed drivers in Hawaii typically earn $62,000-$79,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Honolulu and Hilo tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Hawaii need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Hawaii has 5 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Hawaii are Honolulu, Hilo, Kahului, Kailua-Kona. Major employers driving this demand include Matson Navigation, Young Brothers, Military bases.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Hawaii, a market of roughly 2,800+ CDL holders statewide and 5 CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A CDL, 1+ years flatbed-specific experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. Island-only operations mean drivers are always home.