Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Moderate Demand
Tanker Truck Driver Jobs in Alabama
Browse tanker trucking positions across Alabama with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$62,000 - $90,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Tanker Trucking in Alabama
Alabama tanker demand is driven by fuel distribution networks, agricultural chemicals, and food-grade liquids. The region's growing population and industrial base ensure consistent tanker freight volumes. Tanker driver demand in Alabama is moderate, with the tanker endorsement and clean safety record being key requirements for top-paying positions.
Top Companies Hiring Tanker Drivers in AL
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Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
ABF Freight (ArcBest)
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Alabama
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$51,500 - $73,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$56,500 - $79,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$61,000 - $86,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$53,000 - $74,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$43,500 - $61,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$49,000 - $69,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$49,500 - $70,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$54,000 - $76,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$51,500 - $73,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$42,500 - $60,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Tanker Jobs in Alabama
Birmingham
Alabama
Mobile
Alabama
Huntsville
Alabama
Montgomery
Alabama
Tuscaloosa
Alabama
Key Freight Routes in Alabama
1
I-65 (north-south spine)
2
I-20/59 (Birmingham corridor)
3
I-10 (Gulf Coast)
Requirements for Tanker Driving in AL
- Valid CDL-A license with tanker (N) endorsement
- Hazmat (H) endorsement required for chemical and fuel loads
- 1+ year CDL-A experience
- TWIC card for port pickups/deliveries
- Understanding of liquid surge dynamics and safe braking techniques
- Clean MVR and DOT physical card
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Tanker Trucking Jobs in Alabama — FAQs
How much do tanker truck drivers make in Alabama?
Tanker truck drivers in Alabama earn $62,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. While base pay in Alabama is near the national average, the lower cost of living means take-home pay stretches further than in coastal states. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
Do tanker drivers need a hazmat endorsement in Alabama?
A tanker (N) endorsement is required for all tanker positions in Alabama. If hauling hazardous liquids like fuel or chemicals, you also need the hazmat (H) endorsement and a TSA background check. Fuel hauling positions in Alabama are the most common tanker roles and typically require both endorsements.
Are trucking companies in Alabama hiring tanker drivers in 2026?
Yes — tanker driver demand in Alabama is moderate heading into 2026. The tanker segment in Alabama is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in AL.