Best Hazmat Trucking Jobs

Hauling hazmat is one of the most challenging yet rewarding trucking jobs. Hazmat haulers are experienced commercial drivers who professionally handle, deliver, and dispose of hazardous or toxic materials.

To become a hazmat driver, you required to have a high level of attention and certification that proves to trucking companies that you are capable of hauling hazmat.

Highest Paying Hazmat CDL Jobs?

All hazmat hauling jobs are highly paid. For each type of materials, trucking companies give higher pay. Hazardous materials include:

• Corrosive materials
• Explosives
• Poisons
• Radioactive materials
• Flammable and combustible liquids
• Flammable solids
• Gases
• Oxidizers and organic peroxides

To transport each of these materials, the driver is required to have a special endorsement.

What is Special Endorsement?

Each state has its own demands, however, according to DMV.org, specifies all requirements for Class H endorsement.

1. Valid CDL for the state you want to work in
2. No serious road violations
3. Proof of your real legal name, identity, birth, and U.S. citizenship or permanent legal residence
4. DOT medical card, medical examiner’s certificate
5. Vision screening test
6. TSA criminal background check
7. Test and endorsement fees

How Much Money Do Hazmat Truck Drivers Make?

In most cases, the company gives extra per mile bonus for driving hazmat. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, hazmat truck driver salary ranges from $32,670 to $50,190. Reported high income for liquid hazmat transportation scores $120,000 per year.

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