Hire Tanker Drivers in Iowa
Access our pool of pre-screened tanker drivers in Iowa. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience, placed within 72-120 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$57,000-$73,000/year
Placement
72-120 hours
State Pool
24,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Iowa
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
- Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
- Wage Range:$57,000-$73,000/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
Iowa Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in Iowa
#1
Des Moines
#2
Cedar Rapids
#3
Davenport
#4
Sioux City
#5
Waterloo
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in Iowa
Tyson FoodsJBS (Marshalltown)John DeereCasey's DistributionWalmart DC
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in Iowa
No toll roads — operational cost savings for fleets
Agricultural harvest season creates premium-paying loads
Central location on I-80 corridor
Strong meat processing industry needs consistent reefer drivers
Lower cost of living than neighboring Minnesota or Illinois
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your Iowa 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 Iowa
Hiring Tanker Drivers in Iowa — FAQ
Our typical placement time for tanker drivers is 72-120 hours. In Iowa, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Tanker drivers in Iowa typically earn $57,000-$73,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Des Moines and Cedar Rapids tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Iowa 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. Iowa has 30+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Iowa are Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City. Major employers driving this demand include Tyson Foods, JBS (Marshalltown), John Deere.
Our Iowa tanker driver pool draws from 24,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 60% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. No toll roads — operational cost savings for fleets.