Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Growing Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Rhode Island
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Rhode Island with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$82,000 - $117,000
Demand Level
Growing
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Rhode Island
Hazmat drivers in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island is growing, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in RI
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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 Rhode Island
Providence
Rhode Island
Warwick
Rhode Island
East Providence
Rhode Island
Pawtucket
Rhode Island
Cranston
Rhode Island
Key Freight Routes in Rhode Island
1
I-95 (Providence corridor)
2
I-195 (Providence to Cape Cod)
3
RI-146 (Providence to Worcester)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in RI
- 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 Rhode Island — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Rhode Island?
Hazmat truck drivers in Rhode Island earn $82,000 - $117,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Rhode Island 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 RI.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Rhode Island?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Rhode Island takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your RI DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Rhode Island will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Rhode Island hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Rhode Island is growing heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Rhode Island is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in RI.