Hire Tanker Drivers in Virginia
Access our pool of pre-screened tanker drivers in Virginia. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience, placed within 72-120 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$61,000-$78,000/year
Placement
72-120 hours
State Pool
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Virginia
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
- Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
- Wage Range:$61,000-$78,000/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
Virginia Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in Virginia
#1
Virginia Beach
#2
Norfolk
#3
Richmond
#4
Arlington
#5
Chesapeake
#6
Roanoke
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in Virginia
Port of Virginia (Norfolk)Amazon (10+ FCs)Newport News ShipbuildingMilitary basesWalmart DCs
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in Virginia
Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast
I-81 is a major north-south freight corridor
Military and defense create stable long-term freight demand
DC-metro proximity provides government logistics opportunities
Diverse economy supports demand for all equipment types
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your Virginia 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 Virginia
Hiring Tanker Drivers in Virginia — FAQ
Our typical placement time for tanker drivers is 72-120 hours. In Virginia, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Tanker drivers in Virginia typically earn $61,000-$78,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Virginia Beach and Norfolk tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Virginia 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. Virginia has 60+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Virginia are Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Richmond, Arlington. Major employers driving this demand include Port of Virginia (Norfolk), Amazon (10+ FCs), Newport News Shipbuilding.
Our Virginia tanker driver pool draws from 48,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 66% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Port of Virginia is the deepest on the East Coast.