The Permian Basin runs on box trucks.
The Permian Basin is the most active oilfield in the United States, and it runs on short-haul logistics.
Box trucks — 20 to 26-foot enclosed decks — move frac sand from mines to well sites,
pipe from yards to active rigs, and production chemicals on daily loops across Midland, Odessa, and
the Delaware Basin extension into West Texas.
Unlike OTR hot shot, box truck routes in the Permian tend to be predictable and recurring.
Same corridors, same customers, same runs — frac sand from Monahans to a pad in Pecos County,
water transfer from a well site to disposal in Crane County, pipe delivery out of Big Spring.
Drivers who want steady work and daily miles find the Permian the most consistent market in the state.
Who hires box truck drivers in Texas:
- Frac sand haulers running sandbox containers from sand mines (Monahans, Pecos County) to frac locations
- Water transfer companies moving produced water from well sites to disposal facilities
- Pipe and material haulers delivering casing, tubing, and line pipe to active drilling locations
- Production service companies moving tools, parts, and chemicals to producing wells
- Construction companies hauling equipment and materials on 20–26ft box truck decks
Live Loads
Active box truck jobs in Texas
From hotrig_jobs — filtered for TX box truck routes · updated continuously
Loading Texas box truck jobs…
What companies look for in Texas box truck drivers
Valid CDL Class A (required for most oilfield routes)
1+ years verifiable truck driving experience
Clean MVR / PSP background check
Hazmat and Tanker endorsements preferred (required for crude oil routes)
PEC Safeland or BOP awareness training (often required on well sites)
Ability to work in remote locations with limited amenities
Texas box truck jobs — answers
What pay can I expect on box truck jobs in Texas?
Box truck drivers in the Permian Basin earn
$20–$38 per hour depending on
experience, endorsements, and run type. Frac sand and water hauling runs typically pay
$1,000–$1,400 per week. Drivers with hazmat and tanker endorsements command
the top of the range. Experienced drivers with multiple endorsements regularly earn
$28–$35/hr on dedicated Permian routes.
Browse current Texas box truck rates on HotRig →
Do I need a CDL for box truck jobs in Texas?
Most oilfield box truck jobs require a Class A CDL because the truck + load
GVWR exceeds 26,001 lb. Some local yard runs and lighter box trucks may be Class B territory —
check individual job listings on HotRig for specific requirements.
What kinds of loads do box truck drivers haul in the Permian Basin?
Box trucks in the Permian haul frac sand, produced water, pipe, production chemicals,
tools, and construction materials. Most runs are short-haul: mine-to-well-site,
well-site-to-disposal, or yard-to-rig. Drivers typically complete 2–4 runs per shift on
short-haul loops.
How is box truck work different from hot shot in Texas?
Box trucks operate under carrier authority with higher payloads (typically 10,000–20,000 lb)
and run shorter, dedicated routes. Hot shot drivers use gooseneck or flatbed trailers for
time-sensitive loads on longer OTR runs. Box truck jobs in the Permian tend to be
steadier and more predictable; hot shot work pays more per mile but is less
consistent. HotRig surfaces both —
explore hot shot jobs in Texas →
How does HotRig work for box truck drivers?
Create a free driver profile, browse open box truck loads by state and equipment type, and
apply directly to jobs that fit your truck and schedule. HotRig shows you the route, rate
estimate, and company before you commit. No subscription required for drivers.
Create your driver profile →
Can I get job alerts for box truck loads in Texas only?
Yes. Set your equipment filter to
Box Truck and your state filter to
Texas and you'll receive notifications when matching loads post.
You can also set a rate minimum to filter out below-market postings.
Sign up for alerts above →
Permian Basin. Daily runs.
HotRig connects Texas box truck drivers to the loads that pay.
Free to post. Free to sign up. No recruiter cut.