Hire Flatbed Drivers in Vermont
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Vermont. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
low
Adj. Wage
$56,000-$72,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
4,200+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Vermont
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
- Wage Range:$56,000-$72,000/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
Vermont Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Vermont
#1
Burlington
#2
South Burlington
#3
Rutland
#4
Barre
#5
Montpelier
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Vermont
Ben and Jerrys (Waterbury)Keurig Dr PepperGlobalFoundriesCabot CreameryGreen Mountain Power
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Vermont
Niche food industry (Ben & Jerry's, Cabot) needs reliable reefer drivers
Lowest fuel tax in the Northeast saves on fuel costs
Quality of life attracts drivers seeking rural, low-stress routes
Dairy industry provides year-round consistent reefer demand
Small market means strong employer-driver relationships
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Vermont 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 Vermont — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Vermont, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Flatbed drivers in Vermont typically earn $56,000-$72,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Burlington and South Burlington tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Vermont need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Vermont has 6 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Vermont are Burlington, South Burlington, Rutland, Barre. Major employers driving this demand include Ben and Jerrys (Waterbury), Keurig Dr Pepper, GlobalFoundries.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Vermont, a market of roughly 4,200+ CDL holders statewide and 6 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. Niche food industry (Ben & Jerry's, Cabot) needs reliable reefer drivers.