CRST International
$48,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Flatbed
Moderate Demand
Flatbed Truck Driver Jobs in Iowa
Browse flatbed trucking positions across Iowa with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$59,000 - $88,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Flatbed Trucking in Iowa
Iowa is a flatbed freight powerhouse with heavy industry, steel mills, and agricultural equipment manufacturing generating consistent load volume. Midwest flatbed rates are competitive with strong backhaul availability. Flatbed driver demand in Iowa is moderate, with experienced drivers earning tarp pay and oversized load bonuses on top of competitive mileage rates.
Top Companies Hiring Flatbed Drivers in IA
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Anderson Trucking Service
$65,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Landstar System
$150,000 - $300,000+ gross (owner-operators)OTR, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Mercer Transportation
$150,000 - $280,000+ gross (owner-operators)OTR, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Iowa
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$55,500 - $78,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$60,000 - $85,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$63,500 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$66,500 - $93,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$69,500 - $98,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$56,500 - $79,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$46,500 - $65,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$53,000 - $75,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$57,500 - $81,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$58,500 - $83,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$55,500 - $78,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$45,500 - $64,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Flatbed Jobs in Iowa
Des Moines
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Davenport
Iowa
Sioux City
Iowa
Waterloo
Iowa
Key Freight Routes in Iowa
1
I-80 (east-west through Des Moines)
2
I-35 (north-south through Des Moines)
3
I-380 (Cedar Rapids corridor)
Requirements for Flatbed Driving in IA
- 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 Iowa — FAQs
How much do flatbed truck drivers make in Iowa?
Flatbed truck drivers in Iowa earn $59,000 - $88,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Iowa's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. 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 Iowa?
Flatbed freight in Iowa varies by region but commonly includes steel coils, agricultural equipment, manufactured goods, and building materials. Tarp pay ($50-$100 per tarp) and oversized load bonuses add to base flatbed earnings in IA.
Are trucking companies in Iowa hiring flatbed drivers in 2026?
Yes — flatbed driver demand in Iowa is moderate heading into 2026. The flatbed segment in Iowa is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in IA.