Hire Flatbed Drivers in Utah
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Utah. 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)
18,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Utah
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
Utah Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Utah
#1
Salt Lake City
#2
Provo
#3
Ogden
#4
St. George
#5
Logan
#6
Layton
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Utah
Amazon SLC1-SLC3Rio Tinto (copper)eBay/OverstockWalmart DCHill AFB
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Utah
SLC is the distribution hub for the Mountain West
Tech corridor (Silicon Slopes) driving e-commerce growth
I-15/I-80 intersection connects Pacific NW to Southwest
Mining and energy sector provides flatbed demand
Young workforce creates future driver pipeline
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Utah 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 Utah
Hiring Flatbed Drivers in Utah — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Utah, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Flatbed drivers in Utah typically earn $58,000-$74,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Salt Lake City and Provo tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Utah need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Utah has 20+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Utah are Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden, St. George. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon SLC1-SLC3, Rio Tinto (copper), eBay/Overstock.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Utah, a market of roughly 18,000+ CDL holders statewide and 20+ 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. SLC is the distribution hub for the Mountain West.