KLLM Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated
Growing Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Mississippi
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Mississippi with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$68,000 - $97,000
Demand Level
Growing
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Mississippi
Mississippi 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 Mississippi is growing, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in MS
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Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
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
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Mississippi
Southaven
Mississippi
Meridian
Mississippi
Hattiesburg
Mississippi
Tupelo
Mississippi
Jackson
Mississippi
Key Freight Routes in Mississippi
1
I-55 (Jackson to Memphis and New Orleans)
2
I-20 (Jackson to Meridian and Vicksburg)
3
I-10 (Gulf Coast)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in MS
- 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 Mississippi — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Mississippi?
Hazmat truck drivers in Mississippi earn $68,000 - $97,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Mississippi 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 MS.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Mississippi?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Mississippi takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your MS DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Mississippi will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Mississippi hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Mississippi is growing heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Mississippi is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in MS.