Tanker Truck Driver Jobs
Transporting liquid or gaseous cargo in tanker trailers. Requires tanker endorsement and hazmat certification for certain loads. Top-tier pay.
Average Pay
$65,000 - $95,000
Home Time
Varies
Experience Required
1+ year CDL-A + endorsements
Tanker driving jobs we are recruiting for
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OTR Tanker Driver — Alabama
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Alaska
$73,500 - $104,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Arizona
$62,500 - $88,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Arkansas
$60,500 - $86,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — California
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Colorado
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Connecticut
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Delaware
$60,500 - $86,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Florida
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Georgia
$61,000 - $86,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Hawaii
$64,500 - $91,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Idaho
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Illinois
$66,000 - $93,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Indiana
$64,500 - $91,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Iowa
$63,500 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Kansas
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Kentucky
$63,500 - $89,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Louisiana
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Maine
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Maryland
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Massachusetts
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Michigan
$59,500 - $84,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Minnesota
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Mississippi
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Missouri
$60,000 - $85,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Montana
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Nebraska
$63,500 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Nevada
$69,000 - $97,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — New Hampshire
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — New Jersey
$70,500 - $100,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — New Mexico
$56,000 - $79,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — New York
$69,500 - $98,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — North Carolina
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — North Dakota
$67,000 - $94,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Ohio
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Oklahoma
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Oregon
$68,000 - $96,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Pennsylvania
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Rhode Island
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — South Carolina
$59,000 - $83,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — South Dakota
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Tennessee
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Texas
$61,500 - $86,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Utah
$64,500 - $91,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Vermont
$64,500 - $91,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Virginia
$61,000 - $86,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Washington
$72,000 - $102,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — West Virginia
$55,500 - $78,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Wisconsin
$62,500 - $88,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver — Wyoming
$67,000 - $94,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
What to Expect as a Tanker Driver
Tanker driving is a specialized CDL career that involves hauling liquid or gaseous cargo in cylindrical tanker trailers. Freight includes fuel, chemicals, food-grade liquids (milk, juice), and industrial gases. The tanker endorsement on your CDL is required, and many loads also require a hazmat endorsement.
Liquid cargo behaves differently from solid freight. Surge -- the movement of liquid inside a partially loaded tank -- affects braking and cornering. Tanker drivers must master smooth driving techniques to compensate for shifting loads. Training programs cover surge dynamics, rollover prevention, and emergency procedures specific to liquid hauls.
Tanker positions rank among the highest-paid CDL jobs. Fuel haulers serving gas stations and truck stops often work local or regional routes with daily home time, earning $65,000 to $95,000 per year. Chemical tanker drivers with hazmat endorsements can exceed $100,000 annually. Schneider and Prime Inc. both operate large tanker divisions.
The tanker segment has steady demand because liquid products -- fuel, chemicals, and beverages -- move constantly regardless of economic cycles. The additional endorsements and skills required create a barrier to entry that keeps supply limited and pay strong. If you want a specialized, high-paying CDL career with room to grow, tanker work delivers.
Key Highlights
- Among the highest-paid CDL specialties
- Tanker + HazMat endorsements required
- Many positions offer daily home time
- Consistent demand across economic cycles
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tanker Driving
What endorsements do tanker drivers need?
A tanker (N) endorsement is required for all tanker drivers. If hauling hazardous liquids (fuel, chemicals), you also need a hazmat (H) endorsement -- combining both gives you the X (tanker + hazmat) endorsement. The tanker endorsement requires a written knowledge test at your state DMV.
Is tanker driving dangerous?
Tanker driving carries additional risks due to liquid surge, rollover potential, and the nature of the cargo. However, proper training and driving technique significantly reduce these risks. Tanker-specific safety training covers surge dynamics, cornering, braking, and emergency response. Accident rates for tanker drivers are not significantly higher than other CDL specialties.
Do tanker drivers get home time?
Many tanker positions are local or regional, offering daily or weekly home time. Fuel haulers delivering to gas stations and truck stops often work 10-12 hour shifts and go home every night. Chemical tanker and bulk liquid OTR positions may involve longer time on the road, similar to traditional OTR schedules.