Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Moderate Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in New York
Browse hazmat trucking positions across New York with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$78,000 - $112,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in New York
Hazmat drivers in New York serve the region's pharmaceutical, chemical manufacturing, and fuel distribution sectors. The Northeast's industrial corridor generates consistent demand for endorsed hazmat CDL holders. Hazmat driver demand in New York is moderate, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in NY
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Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Werner Enterprises
$52,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Intermodal
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in New York
Syracuse
New York
New York City
New York
Buffalo
New York
Albany
New York
Rochester
New York
Key Freight Routes in New York
1
I-87 (NYC to Albany, Thruway)
2
I-90 (Albany to Buffalo, Thruway)
3
I-95 (NYC to Connecticut)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in NY
- 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 New York — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in New York?
Hazmat truck drivers in New York earn $78,000 - $112,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in New York run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses of $3,000 to $15,000 are common at major carriers actively hiring in NY.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in New York?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in New York takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your NY DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in New York will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in New York hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in New York is moderate heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in New York is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in NY.