Hazmat Jobs in Virginia

CDL-A hazmat driver positions in Virginia (VA). Average pay: $62,000 - $95,500.

CDL-A$62,000 - $95,500

Virginia Hazmat Pay

$62,000 - $95,500

CDL Required

CDL-A

National Demand

High

Hazmat Market in Virginia

Hazmat trucking in the Southeast centers on the Gulf Coast petrochemical corridor stretching from Louisiana through Mississippi and Alabama. Chemical plants along the I-10 and I-65 corridors generate steady hazmat loads. Florida's phosphate mining industry near Lakeland requires specialized tanker transport, and military installations across the region — Fort Liberty, Fort Stewart, Fort Moore — create hazmat logistics demand.

About Virginia Trucking

Virginia is a diverse freight market combining the massive Northern Virginia/D.C. metro consumer market, the Port of Virginia (Hampton Roads), and I-81's role as the East Coast's primary north-south truck corridor. Military installations throughout the state add to freight demand.

Key Industries in Virginia

  • Government & military logistics
  • Port operations (Norfolk/Hampton Roads)
  • Data centers (Northern Virginia)
  • Agriculture (tobacco, poultry, apples)
  • Shipbuilding (Newport News)

Top Hazmat Corridors in Virginia

1

I-81 (Shenandoah Valley, major truck route)

2

I-95 (Northern VA/D.C. to Richmond)

3

I-64 (Richmond to Hampton Roads)

Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in Virginia

Trimac Transportation

#1

Superior Bulk Logistics

#2

Cryogenic Transportation

#3

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Hazmat Trucking FAQ for Virginia

How much do hazmat trucking drivers earn in Virginia?

Hazmat driver salaries in Virginia (VA) vary based on experience, endorsements, and the specific freight market. The southeast region's demand for automotive manufacturing, poultry processing, and port logistics directly influences pay rates. Major national carriers and regional fleets both hire hazmat drivers in Virginia. Drivers with 3+ years of experience and a clean record typically earn toward the top of the pay range.

What qualifications do I need for hazmat trucking jobs in Virginia?

To work as a hazmat driver in Virginia, you'll need a CDL-A with a hazmat (H) endorsement, a TWIC card for port access, and passing a TSA background check — some employers also require tanker (N) endorsement. Virginia follows federal CDL testing standards administered through the state's DMV or licensing authority. Most hazmat carriers in the southeast region also run background checks and require a current DOT medical card.

What is the job outlook for hazmat trucking drivers in Virginia?

The demand for hazmat drivers in Virginia remains strong due to the state's role in automotive manufacturing, poultry processing, and port logistics. The state sits within the southeast region, offering access to major interstate freight corridors. The nationwide CDL driver shortage — estimated at over 80,000 unfilled positions — means qualified hazmat drivers in Virginia have significant leverage when negotiating pay and home time.