Anderson Trucking Service
$65,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Very High Demand
CDL A Flatbed Truck Driver Jobs in Indiana
Browse flatbed trucking positions across Indiana with top carriers hiring now.
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Demand Level
Very High
Top Carriers
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Key Cities
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Flatbed Trucking in Indiana
Indiana markets itself as the Crossroads of America: Indianapolis sits where I-65, I-70, and I-69 meet, with strong automotive and warehouse freight across the central Midwest. Flatbed demand in Indiana is very high; construction, industrial, and energy-related open-deck freight follow the corridors and industries named above.
Top Companies Hiring Flatbed Drivers in IN
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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 job listings in Indiana
These listings are not job offers from this website, and this site does not employ the driver. If a carrier is not named, the card is a description of a type of seat, not an offer of employment.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$61,000 - $86,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$63,000 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/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
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$70,500 - $100,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$57,000 - $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 Truck Driver
$54,000 - $76,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver 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 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Flatbed Jobs in Indiana
Indianapolis
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Fort Wayne
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Evansville
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Gary
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South Bend
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Key Freight Routes in Indiana
1
I-65 (Indianapolis to Chicago and Louisville)
2
I-70 (Indianapolis to Columbus and St. Louis)
3
I-69 (Fort Wayne corridor)
Requirements for Flatbed Driving in IN
- 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 Indiana — FAQs
How much do flatbed truck drivers make in Indiana?
This page does not publish a dollar pay band for flatbed drivers in Indiana. The figure that used to appear here was an unsourced regional multiplier, and every state in the same region showed the same band. Ask the carrier for the rate. 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 Indiana?
Flatbed freight in Indiana 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 IN.
Are trucking companies in Indiana hiring flatbed drivers in 2026?
Yes — flatbed driver demand in Indiana is very high heading into 2026. Indiana is one of the top hiring markets for flatbed drivers, with multiple carriers offering sign-on bonuses, increased CPM rates, and accelerated hiring processes. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in IN.