Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Growing Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Virginia
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Virginia with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$67,000 - $96,000
Demand Level
Growing
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Virginia
Virginia 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 Virginia is growing, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in VA
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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
Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Virginia
Arlington
Virginia
Roanoke
Virginia
Chesapeake
Virginia
Norfolk
Virginia
Virginia Beach
Virginia
Key Freight Routes in Virginia
1
I-81 (Shenandoah Valley, major truck route)
2
I-95 (Northern VA/D.C. to Richmond)
3
I-64 (Richmond to Hampton Roads)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in VA
- 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 Virginia — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Virginia?
Hazmat truck drivers in Virginia earn $67,000 - $96,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Virginia 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 VA.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Virginia?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Virginia takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your VA DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Virginia will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Virginia hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Virginia is growing heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Virginia is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in VA.