Hire Step Deck Drivers in Vermont
Pre-screened step deck drivers in Vermont. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years step deck or flatbed experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-120 hours.
Demand
low
Adj. Wage
$57,000-$73,000/year
Target Placement
72-120 hours
CDL Holders (State)
4,200+
CDL Required
Class A
Step Deck Driver Requirements in Vermont
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years step deck or flatbed experience
- Wage Range:$57,000-$73,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- Step deck loading and height clearance awareness
- Experience with ramp loading of machinery and equipment
- Knowledge of axle weight distribution on two-level decks
- Comfort with oversized loads and permit routes
Vermont Market for Step Deck Drivers
Top Cities for Step Deck Hiring in Vermont
#1
Burlington
#2
South Burlington
#3
Rutland
#4
Barre
#5
Montpelier
Employers Driving Step Deck Demand in Vermont
Ben and Jerrys (Waterbury)Keurig Dr PepperGlobalFoundriesCabot CreameryGreen Mountain Power
Why Hire Step Deck 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 Step Deck Drivers Bring to Your Vermont Operation
- Premium rates — step deck commands $0.03-$0.08/mile over flatbed
- Less competition for specialized loads
- Growing demand as industrial equipment shipments increase
- Many loads are shipper-loaded, reducing physical demands
- Diverse cargo keeps routes and work engaging
Other Equipment Types in Vermont
Step Deck Drivers in Other States
Hiring Step Deck Drivers in Vermont — FAQ
We aim to fill step deck driver requests within 72-120 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.
Step Deck drivers in Vermont typically earn $57,000-$73,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Burlington and South Burlington tend to offer the highest rates.
Step Deck 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 step deck 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 step deck 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 step deck or flatbed experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. Niche food industry (Ben & Jerry's, Cabot) needs reliable reefer drivers.