Hire Tanker Drivers in Arkansas
Access our pool of pre-screened tanker drivers in Arkansas. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience, placed within 72-120 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$54,000-$69,000/year
Placement
72-120 hours
State Pool
32,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Arkansas
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
- Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
- Wage Range:$54,000-$69,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
- 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
Arkansas Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in Arkansas
#1
Little Rock
#2
Bentonville
#3
Fort Smith
#4
Jonesboro
#5
Springdale
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in Arkansas
Walmart (Bentonville HQ + DCs)Tyson Foods (Springdale)J.B. Hunt (Lowell HQ)ABF Freight (Fort Smith)Dillards
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in Arkansas
Home to Walmart, J.B. Hunt, and ABF — massive trucking ecosystem
Lowest cost of living in the region stretches driver pay further
I-40 corridor provides east-west freight access
Poultry processing creates consistent reefer demand
Trucking-friendly culture — the state understands the industry
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your Arkansas Operation
- 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
Other Equipment Types in Arkansas
Hiring Tanker Drivers in Arkansas — FAQ
Our typical placement time for tanker drivers is 72-120 hours. In Arkansas, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Tanker drivers in Arkansas typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Little Rock and Bentonville tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Arkansas need a Class A CDL with Tanker (N) and Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials endorsements. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Arkansas has 35+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Arkansas are Little Rock, Bentonville, Fort Smith, Jonesboro. Major employers driving this demand include Walmart (Bentonville HQ + DCs), Tyson Foods (Springdale), J.B. Hunt (Lowell HQ).
Our Arkansas tanker driver pool draws from 32,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 62% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Home to Walmart, J.B. Hunt, and ABF — massive trucking ecosystem.