Access our pool of pre-screened flatbed drivers in Nebraska. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience, placed within 72-96 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$54,000-$69,000/year
Placement
72-96 hours
State Pool
18,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Nebraska
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
Wage Range:$54,000-$69,000/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
Nebraska Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Nebraska
#1
Omaha
#2
Lincoln
#3
Grand Island
#4
North Platte
#5
Kearney
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Nebraska
Werner Enterprises HQ (Omaha)ConAgraTyson FoodsUP RailroadCostco Wholesale DC
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Nebraska
Werner Enterprises HQ means deep trucking industry infrastructure
I-80 runs the entire length — coast-to-coast corridor
No toll roads saves operational costs
Beef processing creates consistent reefer demand
Abundant truck parking across the state
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Nebraska 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
Our typical placement time for flatbed drivers is 72-96 hours. In Nebraska, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Flatbed drivers in Nebraska typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Omaha and Lincoln tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Nebraska need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Nebraska has 20+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Nebraska are Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, North Platte. Major employers driving this demand include Werner Enterprises HQ (Omaha), ConAgra, Tyson Foods.
Our Nebraska flatbed driver pool draws from 18,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 60% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Werner Enterprises HQ means deep trucking industry infrastructure.