Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Growing Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Oregon
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Oregon with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$81,000 - $115,000
Demand Level
Growing
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Oregon
Hazmat drivers in Oregon serve fuel distribution networks, tech industry chemical transport, and agricultural chemical delivery. The West Coast's strict environmental regulations require meticulous compliance. Hazmat driver demand in Oregon is growing, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in OR
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Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Heartland Express
$55,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Oregon
Medford
Oregon
Salem
Oregon
Bend
Oregon
Eugene
Oregon
Portland
Oregon
Key Freight Routes in Oregon
1
I-5 (Portland to California and Washington)
2
I-84 (Portland to Boise through Columbia Gorge)
3
US-97 (central Oregon north-south)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in OR
- 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 Oregon — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Oregon?
Hazmat truck drivers in Oregon earn $81,000 - $115,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Oregon 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 OR.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Oregon?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Oregon takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your OR DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Oregon will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Oregon hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Oregon is growing heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Oregon is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in OR.