Hire Flatbed Drivers in Minnesota
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Minnesota. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$58,000-$74,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
35,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Minnesota
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
- Wage Range:$58,000-$74,000/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
Minnesota Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Minnesota
#1
Minneapolis
#2
St. Paul
#3
Duluth
#4
Rochester
#5
Bloomington
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Minnesota
Target (multiple DCs)3MGeneral MillsCargillBest Buy DCUnitedHealth Group
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Minnesota
Target HQ and distribution hub creates massive dry van volume
No toll roads — operational cost savings
Strong food processing industry needs reliable reefer drivers
Iron Range mining provides seasonal flatbed demand
Corporate headquarters concentration creates diverse freight
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Minnesota 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 Minnesota
Hiring Flatbed Drivers in Minnesota — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Minnesota, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Flatbed drivers in Minnesota typically earn $58,000-$74,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Minneapolis and St. Paul tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Minnesota need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Minnesota has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Minnesota are Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester. Major employers driving this demand include Target (multiple DCs), 3M, General Mills.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Minnesota, a market of roughly 35,000+ CDL holders statewide and 40+ 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. Target HQ and distribution hub creates massive dry van volume.