Hire Flatbed Drivers in Virginia
Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Virginia. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$58,000-$74,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Virginia
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
Virginia Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Virginia
#1
Virginia Beach
#2
Norfolk
#3
Richmond
#4
Arlington
#5
Chesapeake
#6
Roanoke
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Virginia
Port of Virginia (Norfolk)Amazon (10+ FCs)Newport News ShipbuildingMilitary basesWalmart DCs
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Virginia
Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast
I-81 is a major north-south freight corridor
Military and defense create stable long-term freight demand
DC-metro proximity provides government logistics opportunities
Diverse economy supports demand for all equipment types
What Our Flatbed Drivers Bring to Your Virginia 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 Virginia
Hiring Flatbed Drivers in Virginia — FAQ
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Virginia, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Flatbed drivers in Virginia typically earn $58,000-$74,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Virginia Beach and Norfolk tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Virginia need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Virginia has 60+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Virginia are Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Richmond, Arlington. Major employers driving this demand include Port of Virginia (Norfolk), Amazon (10+ FCs), Newport News Shipbuilding.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Virginia, a market of roughly 48,000+ CDL holders statewide and 60+ 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. Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast.