Hire Flatbed Drivers in Maine
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Maine. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
low
Adj. Wage
$56,000-$72,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
8,500+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Maine
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
- Wage Range:$56,000-$72,000/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
Maine Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Maine
#1
Portland
#2
Bangor
#3
Lewiston
#4
Auburn
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Maine
Bath Iron WorksSAPPI (paper)Hannaford DistributionLobster co-opsCianbro
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Maine
Seafood freight (lobster) pays premium rates
Timber and paper industry provides consistent flatbed work
Short-haul specialists earn well in tight market
Low competition means good drivers can negotiate
Quality of life attracts drivers tired of congested markets
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Maine 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
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Hiring Flatbed Drivers in Maine — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Maine, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Flatbed drivers in Maine typically earn $56,000-$72,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Portland and Bangor tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Maine need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Maine has 12 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Maine are Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Auburn. Major employers driving this demand include Bath Iron Works, SAPPI (paper), Hannaford Distribution.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Maine, a market of roughly 8,500+ CDL holders statewide and 12 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. Seafood freight (lobster) pays premium rates.