Hire Flatbed Drivers in Mississippi
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Mississippi. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$49,000-$63,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
22,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Mississippi
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
- Wage Range:$49,000-$63,000/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
Mississippi Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Mississippi
#1
Jackson
#2
Gulfport
#3
Hattiesburg
#4
Tupelo
#5
Southaven
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Mississippi
Nissan (Canton)Toyota (Blue Springs)Sanderson FarmsIngalls Shipbuilding (Pascagoula)Walmart DCs
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Mississippi
Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon
Automotive manufacturing provides steady freight
Lowest cost of living in the US maximizes driver pay impact
Abundant truck parking reduces driver frustration
Poultry processing creates consistent reefer demand
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Mississippi 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 Mississippi
Hiring Flatbed Drivers in Mississippi — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Mississippi, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Flatbed drivers in Mississippi typically earn $49,000-$63,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Jackson and Gulfport tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Mississippi need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Mississippi has 30+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Mississippi are Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Tupelo. Major employers driving this demand include Nissan (Canton), Toyota (Blue Springs), Sanderson Farms.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Mississippi, a market of roughly 22,000+ CDL holders statewide and 30+ 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. Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon.