Pre-screened tanker drivers in Iowa. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-120 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$57,000-$73,000/year
Target Placement
72-120 hours
CDL Holders (State)
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
We aim to fill tanker driver requests within 72-120 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. 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.
We recruit tanker drivers from across Iowa, a market of roughly 24,000+ CDL holders statewide and 30+ CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A CDL, 1+ years tanker-specific experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. No toll roads — operational cost savings for fleets.