Hot Shot - Expedited

Hot Shot Driver - Reno, NV

Move time-critical freight from northern Nevada into western states lanes. This role fits drivers who communicate fast, protect delivery windows, and like expedited work.

Role Details

Reno-based trucking work with the details up front.

Expedited hot shot driver runs for time-critical loads out of Reno and Sparks, Nevada into California, Arizona, Oregon, and Utah. Single-driver expedited freight on a Class A or Class B CDL. Hot shot endorsement preferred but not required. Higher per-load pay than regional.

CompensationHigher per-load pay than standard regional freight
ScheduleExpedited freight windows based on customer demand
EquipmentHot shot and expedited freight configurations
Route AreaReno, Sparks, California, Arizona, Oregon, Utah, and western states
ExperienceClass A or Class B CDL. Hot shot experience preferred.

Expedited freight from Reno and Sparks

Class A or Class B CDL considered

Western states lanes

Strong fit for deadline-focused drivers

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  • Run expedited freight safely against tight delivery windows
  • Communicate status changes quickly with dispatch and customers
  • Protect high-priority loads from pickup through delivery
Hot Shot Driver - Reno, NV 60-second apply

Qualifications

What recruiting will ask about.

Required and preferred

  • Valid Class A or Class B CDL
  • Strong time management and communication
  • Hot shot or expedited freight experience preferred

Helpful details

  • Current city and state
  • Recent freight and equipment experience
  • Endorsements, if any
  • Preferred home time and start date

Driver Questions

Answers before the phone call.

Do hot shot drivers need a Class A CDL?

Class A is welcome, and some hot shot work may fit Class B drivers depending on the truck, trailer, freight, and lane.

Where do Reno hot shot drivers run?

Common lanes include Nevada, California, Arizona, Oregon, Utah, and other western states depending on customer demand.

What does True Blue pay company drivers and owner-operators?

$0.60 per mile for company drivers, with all miles paid weekly by direct deposit. Owner-operators keep 100% of gross profit on every load they pull.

What is home time like for Reno-based drivers?

Regional drivers are home weekly. OTR runs are 14 days out and 2 days off. Drivers based in Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and northern Nevada are prioritized for routes that return through the area.

What equipment will I drive?

True Blue runs 2022 and newer Freightliners, with sleeper berths on long-haul trucks and reefer, dry van, flatbed, and hot shot configurations depending on the lane.