Hazmat Jobs in Oil & Gas Trucking
Hazmat driving positions in the oil & gas trucking sector. Pay: $70,000 - $110,000.
Hazmat in Oil & Gas Trucking
Oil and gas trucking is one of the highest-paying sectors in the commercial driving industry. Drivers in this field transport crude oil, refined petroleum products, drilling equipment, fracking water, and pipeline materials to and from wellheads, refineries, and distribution terminals. The work often involves operating in remote locations across the Permian Basin, Bakken Shale, Eagle Ford, and Marcellus formations.
Hazmat drivers transport hazardous materials classified under DOT's nine hazard classes, including explosives, flammable liquids, corrosives, radioactive materials, and poisonous substances. Every shipment requires proper placarding, shipping papers with emergency response information, and strict compliance with routing restrictions.
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Hazmat Requirements
- • Valid CDL-A with hazmat (H) endorsement — requires TSA background check and fingerprinting
- • TWIC card for port, refinery, and chemical plant access
- • DOT medical card
- • Clean criminal background — felonies and certain misdemeanors disqualify you from the TSA check
- • Minimum 2 years CDL-A experience required by most hazmat carriers
FAQ
What hazmat jobs are available in oil & gas trucking?
Oil & Gas Trucking uses hazmat trucks for transporting crude oil, equipment, and materials. Common positions include company driver, owner-operator, and dedicated contract.
How much do hazmat drivers in oil & gas trucking make?
Hazmat drivers in the oil & gas trucking sector earn approximately $70,000 - $110,000. Pay varies by experience, region, and whether you run as a company driver or owner-operator.
What qualifications do I need?
You need a valid CDL-A license and clean MVR. Hazmat (H) and Tanker (N) endorsements are typically required. Oil & Gas Trucking employers prefer drivers with experience handling hazmat loads.