Hire Hotshot Drivers in North Dakota
Pre-screened hotshot drivers in North Dakota. 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. We aim to fill requests within 24-48 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$49,000-$63,000/year
Target Placement
24-48 hours
CDL Holders (State)
6,500+
CDL Required
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Hotshot Driver Requirements in North Dakota
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
North Dakota Market for Hotshot Drivers
Top Cities for Hotshot Hiring in North Dakota
#1
Fargo
#2
Bismarck
#3
Grand Forks
#4
Minot
#5
Williston
Employers Driving Hotshot Demand in North Dakota
Bakken oil field operatorsCargill (Fargo)Amazon FAR1Military basesTMobile DC
Why Hire Hotshot Drivers in North Dakota
Bakken oil field pays the highest per-mile rates in the country
Fargo is the primary distribution hub for the Northern Plains
Low state taxes and no toll roads benefit owner-operators
Small population means less competition for available drivers
Agriculture and energy sectors provide year-round demand
What Our Hotshot Drivers Bring to Your North Dakota 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 North Dakota — FAQ
We aim to fill hotshot driver requests within 24-48 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In North Dakota, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Hotshot drivers in North Dakota 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. Fargo and Bismarck tend to offer the highest rates.
Hotshot drivers in North Dakota 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. North Dakota has 10 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for hotshot driver demand in North Dakota are Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot. Major employers driving this demand include Bakken oil field operators, Cargill (Fargo), Amazon FAR1.
We recruit hotshot drivers from across North Dakota, a market of roughly 6,500+ CDL holders statewide and 10 CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs CDL, 1+ years hotshot or expedited freight experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. Bakken oil field pays the highest per-mile rates in the country.