OTR Hotshot Driver Jobs in Hawaii — Now Hiring

TruckingJobsInUSA is actively hiring experienced Hotshot drivers for over-the-road (OTR) positions based in Hawaii. We are a CDL driver recruiting agency placing qualified drivers with vetted, well-established carriers across the United States — and we have immediate openings for drivers domiciled in and around Honolulu, Hawaii.

This is a full-time Hotshot driving position paying $56,500 - $79,500/year depending on experience, lane, and safety record. Home time: Out 1–2 weeks. We work with multiple client carriers, so once you apply our recruiters match you to the opening that best fits your home-time, pay, and equipment preferences — there is no cost to you, ever.

Pay context for Hawaii: the statewide CDL-A average is $58,800, and the strongest-paying metros are Honolulu (about $62,400), Hilo (about $56,800), Kahului (about $55,600). Hawaii runs above the national cost-of-living average (index 170), so the headline number buys less than it does in a cheaper state — adjusted for living costs it works out closer to $34,588. Wage trend is currently stable — Hawaii trucking wages are stable but limited by the island geography. All freight arrives by ship, and driving distances are short, keeping pay moderate despite extreme cost of living.

Speed limits for trucks in Hawaii run 55 mph maximum, with 60 mph on rural interstates. Tolls: No toll roads on any island.

Fuel tax in Hawaii is $0.16 per gallon diesel + county surcharges + federal, which matters if you are comparing per-mile offers across state lines. Inspection climate: Low. Limited enforcement capacity spread across multiple islands. Focus is on port container drayage compliance.

How it works: apply with the quick form below (under 60 seconds, no resume needed), one of our recruiters calls you to confirm your experience and what you're looking for, and we set up interviews with the carriers that match. You choose the offer that's right for you.

We require a minimum of 12 months of verifiable Non-CDL driving experience for this role. If you have at least one year behind the wheel and a clean record, we want to talk to you.