Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Moderate Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Montana
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Montana with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$71,000 - $102,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Montana
Hazmat freight in Montana includes mining chemicals, fuel delivery to remote areas, and industrial gas transport. The state's energy sector creates steady demand for endorsed hazmat drivers. Hazmat driver demand in Montana is moderate, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in MT
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Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Anderson Trucking Service
$65,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Montana
Each of these is a live posting with the pay, home time and requirements set out in full. Applying takes about a minute.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$64,000 - $91,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$68,500 - $97,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$45,500 - $64,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$51,500 - $73,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$56,500 - $80,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$57,500 - $81,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$54,500 - $77,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$44,500 - $63,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Montana
Billings
Montana
Missoula
Montana
Great Falls
Montana
Helena
Montana
Bozeman
Montana
Key Freight Routes in Montana
1
I-90 (east-west through Billings and Missoula)
2
I-15 (Helena to Canada and Idaho)
3
US-2 (Hi-Line northern MT)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in MT
- 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 Montana — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Montana?
Hazmat truck drivers in Montana earn $71,000 - $102,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Montana's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Montana?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Montana takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your MT DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Montana will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Montana hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Montana is moderate heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Montana is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in MT.