Hire Truck Drivers in West Virginia

Natural gas (Marcellus Shale fracking), coal, chemical manufacturing (Kanawha Valley), automotive (Toyota Buffalo), and timber are the primary drivers. Natural gas has become the largest growth area.

West Virginia drivers earn $46,000-$60,000 per year for standard freight. Natural gas field drivers earn $55,000-$75,000+ due to hazardous conditions and remote locations. The low cost of living makes standard wages adequate.

ALL of West Virginia is mountain driving. Every route involves grades, curves, and limited visibility. Drivers must be experienced with mountain braking techniques, jake brakes, and winter mountain operations. This is not a state for new CDL holders.

West Virginia-based drivers are inherently experienced mountain drivers — it is impossible to drive in the state without developing these skills. If you need mountain-capable drivers for other states, WV drivers are excellent candidates.

Marcellus Shale natural gas operations in northern WV create demand for tanker (water hauling, chemicals), flatbed (equipment, pipe), and hotshot (parts, fittings) drivers. These are premium-paying positions due to the challenging terrain.