Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Growing Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Alabama
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Alabama with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$66,000 - $94,000
Demand Level
Growing
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Alabama
Alabama hazmat positions center on fuel delivery, chemical transport, and industrial gas distribution. The region's growing manufacturing base and military installations add variety to hazmat freight. Hazmat driver demand in Alabama is growing, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in AL
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Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Roadrunner Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Owner-Operator
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Alabama
Montgomery
Alabama
Birmingham
Alabama
Tuscaloosa
Alabama
Huntsville
Alabama
Mobile
Alabama
Key Freight Routes in Alabama
1
I-65 (north-south spine)
2
I-20/59 (Birmingham corridor)
3
I-10 (Gulf Coast)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in AL
- Valid CDL-A license with hazmat (H) endorsement
- TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
- TSA background check clearance
- 2+ years clean CDL-A experience
- Knowledge of hazmat placarding, routing, and emergency procedures
- DOT physical card and clean MVR (no accidents or major violations)
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Hazmat Trucking Jobs in Alabama — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Alabama?
Hazmat truck drivers in Alabama earn $66,000 - $94,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Alabama is near the national average, the lower cost of living means take-home pay stretches further than in coastal states. Sign-on bonuses of $3,000 to $15,000 are common at major carriers actively hiring in AL.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Alabama?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Alabama takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your AL DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Alabama will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Alabama hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Alabama is growing heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Alabama is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in AL.