Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Kentucky. 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
$54,000-$69,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
36,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Kentucky
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:None required
Experience:1+ years flatbed-specific experience
Wage Range:$54,000-$69,000/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
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Kentucky, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Flatbed drivers in Kentucky typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Louisville and Lexington tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Kentucky need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Kentucky has 50+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Kentucky are Louisville, Lexington, Covington, Bowling Green. Major employers driving this demand include UPS Worldport (Louisville), Toyota (Georgetown), Ford (Louisville).
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Kentucky, a market of roughly 36,000+ CDL holders statewide and 50+ 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. UPS Worldport makes Louisville the air-freight-to-ground connection hub.