Hire Hotshot Drivers in Texas
Access our pool of pre-screened hotshot drivers in Texas. 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
very high
Adj. Wage
$49,000-$63,000/year
Placement
24-48 hours
State Pool
185,000+
CDL Required
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Hotshot Driver Requirements in Texas
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:$49,000-$63,000/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
Texas Market for Hotshot Drivers
Top Cities for Hotshot Hiring in Texas
#1
Dallas
#2
Houston
#3
San Antonio
#4
Austin
#5
Fort Worth
#6
El Paso
#7
Laredo
Employers Driving Hotshot Demand in Texas
Amazon (25+ FCs)Toyota (San Antonio)Port of HoustonTesla (Austin)Walmart (10+ DCs)
Why Hire Hotshot Drivers in Texas
Largest freight market in the US — more truck tonnage than any state
No state income tax — the ultimate recruiting advantage
Laredo is the #1 US-Mexico land port by value
Houston port is #1 in US for total tonnage
DFW is the largest inland freight market in the country
What Our Hotshot Drivers Bring to Your Texas 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
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Hiring Hotshot Drivers in Texas — FAQ
Our typical placement time for hotshot drivers is 24-48 hours. In Texas, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Hotshot drivers in Texas typically earn $49,000-$63,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs requirement. Dallas and Houston tend to offer the highest rates.
Hotshot drivers in Texas 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. Texas has 250+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for hotshot driver demand in Texas are Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Austin. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon (25+ FCs), Toyota (San Antonio), Port of Houston.
Our Texas hotshot driver pool draws from 185,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 68% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Largest freight market in the US — more truck tonnage than any state.