Hire Tanker Drivers
Tanker drivers in our network handle liquid bulk freight — from fuel and chemicals to food-grade liquids and crude oil. Every driver carries the required Tanker endorsement, and many hold Hazmat as well. These specialists understand surge dynamics, loading rack procedures, and the critical safety protocols that tanker operations demand.
Tanker Driver Requirements
CDL Class
Class A
Endorsements
Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
Min. Experience
1+ years tanker-specific experience
Wage Range
$0.65-$0.95/mile
Special Requirements
- Tanker endorsement (N) required; Hazmat (H) for chemical/fuel loads
- Loading rack and unloading procedure knowledge
- Understanding of surge/slosh dynamics during braking and cornering
- Chemical compatibility awareness for multi-product tanks
Our Tanker Driver Pool
5,100+ nationwide
Qualified Drivers
72-120 hours
Avg. Placement Time
$0.65-$0.95/mile
Avg. Wage Range
Tanker Hiring Challenges We Solve
Tanker endorsement limits the eligible driver pool
Hazmat adds another layer of screening (TSA background check)
Tanker rollovers are among the most serious trucking accidents
Chemical exposure liability increases insurance costs
Loading rack errors can cause environmental incidents
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring
Among the highest-paying equipment specialties
Strong demand from oil, chemical, and food-grade industries
Endorsements create a competitive moat — fewer drivers qualify
Many tanker positions are local or regional with home-time
Fuel haulers often receive fuel discounts as a perk
Hire Tanker Drivers by State
Select a state to see tanker driver availability, wages, and market conditions.
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Other Equipment Types
Tanker Driver Staffing FAQ
Not all, but many do. Every tanker driver carries the Tanker (N) endorsement. For loads involving hazardous materials (fuel, chemicals, crude), we specifically match drivers who hold both the Tanker (N) and Hazmat (H) endorsements and have passed the TSA background check.
Our tanker drivers haul petroleum products, industrial chemicals, food-grade liquids (milk, juice, vegetable oil), crude oil, propane/LPG, water, and agricultural chemicals. We match the driver's specific experience to your product type.
Tanker operations carry elevated risk, so we apply extra scrutiny: we review the driver's tanker-specific accident history, check for rollover incidents, verify loading rack experience, and confirm their understanding of surge dynamics through a practical assessment.
Yes. Food-grade tanker drivers in our pool understand kosher/sanitary wash requirements, FDA food safety regulations, and product contamination prevention. We verify that drivers assigned to food-grade loads have specific experience with food-grade tanker operations.
Texas, Louisiana, North Dakota, and Pennsylvania lead in tanker demand due to oil and gas operations. The Gulf Coast chemical corridor (Houston to New Orleans) is the single highest-demand zone. California and the Midwest have strong demand for food-grade and fuel tanker drivers.