Flatbed Truck Driver Jobs in Hawaii
Browse flatbed trucking positions across Hawaii with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$67,000 - $101,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Flatbed Trucking in Hawaii
Hawaii flatbed drivers haul lumber, construction materials, and heavy equipment supporting the West Coast's building boom. Port-related oversized freight adds variety and premium pay to the flatbed market. Flatbed driver demand in Hawaii is moderate, with experienced drivers earning tarp pay and oversized load bonuses on top of competitive mileage rates.
Top Companies Hiring Flatbed Drivers in HI
Crete Carrier Corporation
CRST International
Landstar System
Mercer Transportation
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Hawaii
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$64,000 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$64,500 - $91,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$66,000 - $93,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$67,000 - $95,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$70,500 - $99,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$53,000 - $75,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$53,500 - $76,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$58,000 - $82,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Flatbed Jobs in Hawaii
Honolulu
Hawaii
Hilo
Hawaii
Kailua-Kona
Hawaii
Kahului
Hawaii
Kailua
Hawaii
Key Freight Routes in Hawaii
H-1 (Honolulu metro, Oahu)
H-2 (North Shore, Oahu)
Hawaii Belt Road (Big Island)
Requirements for Flatbed Driving in HI
- Valid CDL-A license
- 1+ year CDL-A experience preferred
- Cargo securement training and knowledge of FMCSA tie-down rules
- Physical ability to tarp, chain, and strap loads in all weather
- Clean MVR and DOT physical card
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions
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Flatbed Trucking Jobs in Hawaii — FAQs
How much do flatbed truck drivers make in Hawaii?
Flatbed truck drivers in Hawaii earn $67,000 - $101,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Hawaii run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
What type of flatbed freight is common in Hawaii?
Flatbed freight in Hawaii varies by region but commonly includes construction materials, steel, lumber, and heavy equipment. Tarp pay ($50-$100 per tarp) and oversized load bonuses add to base flatbed earnings in HI.
Are trucking companies in Hawaii hiring flatbed drivers in 2026?
Yes — flatbed driver demand in Hawaii is moderate heading into 2026. The flatbed segment in Hawaii is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in HI.