Hire Hotshot Drivers in Oklahoma
Pre-screened hotshot drivers in Oklahoma. 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
$44,000-$56,000/year
Target Placement
24-48 hours
CDL Holders (State)
25,000+
CDL Required
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Hotshot Driver Requirements in Oklahoma
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:$44,000-$56,000/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
Oklahoma Market for Hotshot Drivers
Top Cities for Hotshot Hiring in Oklahoma
#1
Oklahoma City
#2
Tulsa
#3
Norman
#4
Broken Arrow
#5
Lawton
Employers Driving Hotshot Demand in Oklahoma
Tinker AFBAmerican Airlines (Tulsa)Loves HQAmazon OKC1Walmart DC
Why Hire Hotshot Drivers in Oklahoma
Loves Travel Stops HQ — excellent fuel card acceptance statewide
Oil and gas industry provides premium tanker and flatbed work
Central location on I-35 and I-40 crossroads
Low cost of living and manageable turnpike tolls
Abundant truck parking — Loves keeps Oklahoma driver-friendly
What Our Hotshot Drivers Bring to Your Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma — FAQ
We aim to fill hotshot driver requests within 24-48 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Oklahoma, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Hotshot drivers in Oklahoma typically earn $44,000-$56,000/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. Oklahoma City and Tulsa tend to offer the highest rates.
Hotshot drivers in Oklahoma 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. Oklahoma has 30+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for hotshot driver demand in Oklahoma are Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, Broken Arrow. Major employers driving this demand include Tinker AFB, American Airlines (Tulsa), Loves HQ.
We recruit hotshot drivers from across Oklahoma, a market of roughly 25,000+ CDL holders statewide and 30+ 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. Loves Travel Stops HQ — excellent fuel card acceptance statewide.