Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Moderate Demand
Tanker Truck Driver Jobs in Rhode Island
Browse tanker trucking positions across Rhode Island with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$75,000 - $109,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Tanker Trucking in Rhode Island
Tanker drivers in Rhode Island primarily haul fuel to gas stations and truck stops, with chemical tanker loads from the region's pharmaceutical and industrial chemical sectors adding variety and premium pay. Tanker driver demand in Rhode Island is moderate, with the tanker endorsement and clean safety record being key requirements for top-paying positions.
Top Companies Hiring Tanker Drivers in RI
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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 Rhode Island
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$60,000 - $84,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$65,000 - $91,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$66,000 - $93,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$69,000 - $97,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$52,500 - $74,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$45,000 - $63,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Tanker Jobs in Rhode Island
Providence
Rhode Island
Warwick
Rhode Island
Cranston
Rhode Island
Pawtucket
Rhode Island
East Providence
Rhode Island
Key Freight Routes in Rhode Island
1
I-95 (Providence corridor)
2
I-195 (Providence to Cape Cod)
3
RI-146 (Providence to Worcester)
Requirements for Tanker Driving in RI
- 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 Rhode Island — FAQs
How much do tanker truck drivers make in Rhode Island?
Tanker truck drivers in Rhode Island earn $75,000 - $109,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Rhode Island run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. 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 Rhode Island?
A tanker (N) endorsement is required for all tanker positions in Rhode Island. If hauling hazardous liquids like fuel or chemicals, you also need the hazmat (H) endorsement and a TSA background check. Fuel hauling positions in Rhode Island are the most common tanker roles and typically require both endorsements.
Are trucking companies in Rhode Island hiring tanker drivers in 2026?
Yes — tanker driver demand in Rhode Island is moderate heading into 2026. The tanker segment in Rhode Island is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in RI.