PAM Transport
$48,000 - $78,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Automotive
Moderate Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Arkansas
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Arkansas with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$67,000 - $96,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Arkansas
Arkansas is the nation's hazmat freight epicenter, with petrochemical refineries, chemical plants, and fuel terminals concentrated along the Gulf Coast. Hazmat-endorsed drivers here have some of the highest earning potential in the country. Hazmat driver demand in Arkansas is moderate, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in AR
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USA Truck (DB Schenker)
$50,000 - $75,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated
J.B. Hunt Transport Services
$55,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Intermodal, Local
Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Arkansas
Springdale
Arkansas
Fayetteville
Arkansas
Little Rock
Arkansas
Jonesboro
Arkansas
Bentonville
Arkansas
Key Freight Routes in Arkansas
1
I-40 (east-west through Little Rock)
2
I-30 (Little Rock to Dallas)
3
I-49 (Bentonville to Fort Smith)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in AR
- 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 Arkansas — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Arkansas?
Hazmat truck drivers in Arkansas earn $67,000 - $96,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Arkansas 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 AR.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Arkansas?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Arkansas takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your AR DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Arkansas will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Arkansas hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Arkansas is moderate heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Arkansas is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in AR.