Hire Hotshot Drivers in Pennsylvania
Pre-screened hotshot drivers in Pennsylvania. 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)
72,000+
CDL Required
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Hotshot Driver Requirements in Pennsylvania
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
Pennsylvania Market for Hotshot Drivers
Top Cities for Hotshot Hiring in Pennsylvania
#1
Philadelphia
#2
Pittsburgh
#3
Allentown
#4
Harrisburg
#5
Lancaster
#6
Carlisle
Employers Driving Hotshot Demand in Pennsylvania
Amazon (15+ FCs)FedEx GroundWalmart DCsHersheyGiant Food
Why Hire Hotshot Drivers in Pennsylvania
I-81 corridor is the distribution center capital of the Northeast
Philadelphia port handles diverse import freight
Natural gas (Marcellus Shale) creates tanker demand
Central location between NYC and DC markets
Large CDL training pipeline from trade schools
What Our Hotshot Drivers Bring to Your Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania — FAQ
We aim to fill hotshot driver requests within 24-48 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Pennsylvania, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Hotshot drivers in Pennsylvania 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. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh tend to offer the highest rates.
Hotshot drivers in Pennsylvania 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. Pennsylvania has 90+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for hotshot driver demand in Pennsylvania are Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Harrisburg. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon (15+ FCs), FedEx Ground, Walmart DCs.
We recruit hotshot drivers from across Pennsylvania, a market of roughly 72,000+ CDL holders statewide and 90+ 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. I-81 corridor is the distribution center capital of the Northeast.