Anderson Trucking Service
$65,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Moderate Demand
Flatbed Truck Driver Jobs in Vermont
Browse flatbed trucking positions across Vermont with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$69,000 - $103,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Flatbed Trucking in Vermont
Flatbed demand in Vermont is driven by construction materials, steel, and manufactured goods. The region's infrastructure projects and building boom keep flatbed drivers busy with premium-paying loads. Flatbed driver demand in Vermont is moderate, with experienced drivers earning tarp pay and oversized load bonuses on top of competitive mileage rates.
Top Companies Hiring Flatbed Drivers in VT
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Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
CRST International
$48,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, 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 Vermont
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$56,000 - $79,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$61,500 - $86,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$64,500 - $91,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$66,500 - $93,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$67,500 - $95,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$71,000 - $100,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$57,500 - $81,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$54,000 - $76,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$58,500 - $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 - $79,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Flatbed Jobs in Vermont
Burlington
Vermont
South Burlington
Vermont
Rutland
Vermont
Montpelier
Vermont
Essex
Vermont
Key Freight Routes in Vermont
1
I-89 (Burlington to Montpelier to NH)
2
I-91 (Connecticut River valley, VT-NH border)
3
US-7 (western Vermont north-south)
Requirements for Flatbed Driving in VT
- 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 Vermont — FAQs
How much do flatbed truck drivers make in Vermont?
Flatbed truck drivers in Vermont earn $69,000 - $103,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Vermont 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 Vermont?
Flatbed freight in Vermont 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 VT.
Are trucking companies in Vermont hiring flatbed drivers in 2026?
Yes — flatbed driver demand in Vermont is moderate heading into 2026. The flatbed segment in Vermont is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in VT.