Trucking Jobs in Missouri
Missouri sits at the geographic and logistical center of the country with both St. Louis and Kansas City serving as major freight hubs. The convergence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers with major interstate systems creates one of the nation's densest freight networks.
Avg CDL Salary
$48,000 - $73,000
Key Industries
5 Sectors
Freight Corridors
3 Major Routes
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Missouri
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$60,000 - $85,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$66,000 - $93,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$44,000 - $62,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$49,500 - $70,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$50,000 - $71,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$43,000 - $60,500/year · Home daily
Key Industries in Missouri
These industries drive the majority of freight demand in Missouri, creating consistent trucking jobs for CDL drivers across multiple equipment types.
Major Trucking Cities in Missouri
These cities serve as primary freight hubs, distribution centers, and terminal locations for trucking companies operating in Missouri.
Top Freight Corridors in Missouri
These interstate highways and freight corridors carry the highest volume of commercial truck traffic through Missouri.
CDL Requirements in Missouri
Missouri DOR issues CDLs. The state has no vehicle inspections for private vehicles, but CDL commercial vehicle inspections are standard. Missouri is a common domicile state for owner-operators due to moderate regulations and central location.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Missouri
Why are both Kansas City and St. Louis important freight hubs?
Kansas City is a top-3 rail hub in the U.S., with BNSF, UP, and NS intermodal yards. I-35, I-70, and I-29 converge there. St. Louis sits where the Mississippi and Missouri rivers meet, with I-64, I-70, I-55, and I-44 intersecting. Together they give Missouri enormous freight connectivity.
What trucking companies are based in Missouri?
Prime Inc is headquartered in Springfield, MO, and is one of the nation's largest refrigerated carriers. USFC/USF Holland has operations there. Kansas City is home to major 3PL operations and YRC/Yellow's former headquarters. Coyote Logistics and C.H. Robinson both have significant Missouri presences.
Is Springfield, MO really a trucking hub?
Springfield is home to Prime Inc, Bass Pro Shops distribution, and sits at the junction of I-44 and US-65. The city's lower cost of living and central location make it popular with carriers. Several CDL training schools operate in the area, feeding drivers into Prime and other Springfield-based carriers.