Hire Hotshot Drivers in Mississippi
Access our pool of pre-screened hotshot drivers in Mississippi. Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs CDL holders with 1+ years hotshot or expedited freight experience experience, placed within 24-48 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$42,000-$54,000/year
Placement
24-48 hours
State Pool
22,000+
CDL Required
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Hotshot Driver Requirements in Mississippi
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
- Endorsements:None required
- Experience:1+ years hotshot or expedited freight experience
- Wage Range:$42,000-$54,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- Gooseneck trailer operation and backing skills
- Load securement for partial and uneven loads
- Familiarity with oilfield, construction, or agriculture freight
- Willingness to work non-standard hours for expedited delivery
Mississippi Market for Hotshot Drivers
Top Cities for Hotshot Hiring in Mississippi
#1
Jackson
#2
Gulfport
#3
Hattiesburg
#4
Tupelo
#5
Southaven
Employers Driving Hotshot Demand in Mississippi
Nissan (Canton)Toyota (Blue Springs)Sanderson FarmsIngalls Shipbuilding (Pascagoula)Walmart DCs
Why Hire Hotshot Drivers in Mississippi
Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon
Automotive manufacturing provides steady freight
Lowest cost of living in the US maximizes driver pay impact
Abundant truck parking reduces driver frustration
Poultry processing creates consistent reefer demand
What Our Hotshot Drivers Bring to Your Mississippi Operation
- Fastest placement in our network — 24-48 hours
- Higher per-mile rate on loaded miles
- Flexibility — many hotshot drivers are owner-operators
- Less red tape — some loads under CDL threshold
- Growing demand from oilfield, construction, and LTL sectors
Other Equipment Types in Mississippi
Hiring Hotshot Drivers in Mississippi — FAQ
Our typical placement time for hotshot drivers is 24-48 hours. In Mississippi, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Hotshot drivers in Mississippi typically earn $42,000-$54,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs requirement. Jackson and Gulfport tend to offer the highest rates.
Hotshot drivers in Mississippi need a Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs CDL. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Mississippi has 30+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for hotshot driver demand in Mississippi are Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Tupelo. Major employers driving this demand include Nissan (Canton), Toyota (Blue Springs), Sanderson Farms.
Our Mississippi hotshot driver pool draws from 22,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 62% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Lowest fuel tax in the region — 18.4 cents/gallon.