Access our pool of pre-screened hotshot drivers in Colorado. 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
$51,000-$65,000/year
Placement
24-48 hours
State Pool
29,000+
CDL Required
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Hotshot Driver Requirements in Colorado
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:$51,000-$65,000/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
Colorado Market for Hotshot Drivers
Top Cities for Hotshot Hiring in Colorado
#1
Denver
#2
Colorado Springs
#3
Aurora
#4
Fort Collins
#5
Pueblo
#6
Loveland
Employers Driving Hotshot Demand in Colorado
Amazon DEN2/DEN3Coors Brewing (Golden)Lockheed MartinBall CorporationWalmart DC (Loveland)
Why Hire Hotshot Drivers in Colorado
Denver is the primary distribution hub for the Mountain West
I-70 and I-25 corridor creates diverse freight lanes
Tech industry growth drives e-commerce distribution
Energy sector (oil, gas, wind) provides specialized freight
Lower taxes than California attract West Coast fleet relocations
What Our Hotshot Drivers Bring to Your Colorado 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
Our typical placement time for hotshot drivers is 24-48 hours. In Colorado, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Hotshot drivers in Colorado typically earn $51,000-$65,000/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. Denver and Colorado Springs tend to offer the highest rates.
Hotshot drivers in Colorado 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. Colorado has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for hotshot driver demand in Colorado are Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon DEN2/DEN3, Coors Brewing (Golden), Lockheed Martin.
Our Colorado hotshot driver pool draws from 29,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 66% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Denver is the primary distribution hub for the Mountain West.