Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Moderate Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in West Virginia
Browse hazmat trucking positions across West Virginia with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$68,000 - $98,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in West Virginia
West 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 West Virginia is moderate, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in WV
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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
Knight-Swift Transportation
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in West Virginia
Charleston
West Virginia
Morgantown
West Virginia
Parkersburg
West Virginia
Wheeling
West Virginia
Huntington
West Virginia
Key Freight Routes in West Virginia
1
I-64 (Charleston to Huntington and Virginia)
2
I-77 (Charleston to Virginia and Ohio)
3
I-79 (Charleston to Morgantown)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in WV
- 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 West Virginia — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in West Virginia?
Hazmat truck drivers in West Virginia earn $68,000 - $98,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in West 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 WV.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in West Virginia?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in West Virginia takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your WV DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in West Virginia will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in West Virginia hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in West Virginia is moderate heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in West 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 WV.