Pre-screened flatbed drivers in Louisiana. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years flatbed-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-96 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$54,000-$69,000/year
Target Placement
72-96 hours
CDL Holders (State)
30,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Flatbed Driver Requirements in Louisiana
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
Louisiana Market for Flatbed Drivers
Top Cities for Flatbed Hiring in Louisiana
#1
New Orleans
#2
Baton Rouge
#3
Shreveport
#4
Lake Charles
#5
Lafayette
Employers Driving Flatbed Demand in Louisiana
Port of New OrleansExxonMobilDow ChemicalMarathon PetroleumPort of South Louisiana
Why Hire Flatbed Drivers in Louisiana
Gulf Coast chemical corridor creates massive tanker demand
Two major ports handle diverse international freight
Oil and gas industry provides premium-paying tanker and flatbed work
We aim to fill flatbed driver requests within 72-96 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Louisiana, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Flatbed drivers in Louisiana typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. New Orleans and Baton Rouge tend to offer the highest rates.
Flatbed drivers in Louisiana need a Class A CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Louisiana has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for flatbed driver demand in Louisiana are New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lake Charles. Major employers driving this demand include Port of New Orleans, ExxonMobil, Dow Chemical.
We recruit flatbed drivers from across Louisiana, a market of roughly 30,000+ CDL holders statewide and 40+ 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. Gulf Coast chemical corridor creates massive tanker demand.