Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Michigan
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Michigan with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$69,000 - $98,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Michigan
Hazmat trucking in Michigan serves the region's agricultural chemical distribution, fuel networks, and industrial manufacturing. Fertilizer and pesticide transport creates seasonal demand spikes during planting season. Hazmat driver demand in Michigan is moderate, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in MI
Groendyke Transport
Prime Inc.
Ruan Transportation
Schneider National
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Michigan
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$56,500 - $80,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$59,500 - $84,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$61,000 - $86,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$62,000 - $88,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$53,000 - $74,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$43,500 - $61,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$49,500 - $69,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$50,000 - $70,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$54,000 - $76,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$42,500 - $60,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Michigan
Detroit
Michigan
Grand Rapids
Michigan
Lansing
Michigan
Kalamazoo
Michigan
Flint
Michigan
Key Freight Routes in Michigan
I-75 (Detroit to Mackinac)
I-94 (Detroit to Chicago)
I-96 (Detroit to Grand Rapids)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in MI
- 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 Michigan — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Michigan?
Hazmat truck drivers in Michigan earn $69,000 - $98,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Michigan'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 Michigan?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Michigan takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your MI DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Michigan will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Michigan hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Michigan is moderate heading into 2026. The hazmat segment in Michigan is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in MI.