Hire Flatbed Drivers in Maryland
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Maryland. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$60,000-$77,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
32,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Maryland
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
- Wage Range:$60,000-$77,000/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
Maryland Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Maryland
#1
Baltimore
#2
Frederick
#3
Hagerstown
#4
Salisbury
#5
College Park
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Maryland
Port of BaltimoreAmazon BWI2-BWI5McCormick SpicesPerdue FarmsAberdeen Proving Ground
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Maryland
Port of Baltimore auto and roll-on/roll-off hub
I-95 corridor provides Northeast market access
Defense and government contracts create stable freight
Eastern Shore poultry industry generates reefer demand
Proximity to DC creates federal logistics opportunities
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Maryland 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 Maryland — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Maryland, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Flatbed drivers in Maryland typically earn $60,000-$77,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Baltimore and Frederick tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Maryland need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Maryland has 35+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Maryland are Baltimore, Frederick, Hagerstown, Salisbury. Major employers driving this demand include Port of Baltimore, Amazon BWI2-BWI5, McCormick Spices.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Maryland, a market of roughly 32,000+ CDL holders statewide and 35+ 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. Port of Baltimore auto and roll-on/roll-off hub.