Tanker Driver Jobs
Tanker Driver jobs are open across petroleum, chemical, food-grade, and municipal water industries, from entry-level regional haul to senior over-the-road and hazmat specialist roles, with common specializations in liquid bulk transport, tanker safety, and multi-compartment operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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We are a family-owned bulk petroleum transportation company located in Southern California, seeking highly professional CDL (Class A) Hazmat Fuel Tanker Drivers to join our growing fleet. Our drivers are responsible for delivering various petroleum products to our customers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. We provide best-in-class trucks and equipment and are looking for motivated professionals to help us grow. We pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve with state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to our core values of "Integrity Delivered." If you love working independently and thrive on the road, this position is right for you!
Responsibilities
- Load and make deliveries in accordance with company and legal guidelines, including proper use of safety equipment and following established procedures.
- Perform required pre and post-trip inspections.
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
- Utilize onboard electronics, including ELDs.
- Navigate Southern California geography and freeway systems.
- Route around traffic and hazards utilizing maps and/or GPS.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and other related equipment as necessary.
- Promote company Core Values and Integrity.
- Work additional varying hours, which may include weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Qualifications
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class A driver's license in the state of residence with Tanker and Hazardous Materials (X) endorsements.
- Minimum of 36 months recent and verifiable commercial vehicle experience.
- Experience driving trucks totaling gross vehicle weight (GVW) over 26,000 pounds.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment physical, background screening, and drug/alcohol test.
- Current medical certificate, with no restrictions or limitations.
- Must be able to pass our road test with a vehicle chosen by the company.
- Must be able to acquire and maintain loading privileges at all Southern California terminals.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Adherence to California labor laws (meal and rest breaks).
- TWIC (Transportation Worker's Identification Credential) preferred but not required.
- Experience in petroleum transportation highly preferred.
Compensation
$29.00- $41.00 per hour (depending on years of service and additional premiums for weekend work.)
Benefits
- Home every day with a great working environment.
- Assigned best-in-class equipment with both truck and trailer or semi available.
- Industry-leading hourly pay with overtime.
- Employer contribution for Medical insurance (BlueShield HMO, PPO, and Kaiser).
- Dental, Vision, and Aflac Insurance are available.
- Paid Vacation Time and Holiday Pay offered.
- 401k plan with generous employer match.
Equal Opportunity Opportunity
MJ Tank Lines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiter Notice
Please note: MJ Tank Lines does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from staffing agencies or recruiters.
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We are a family-owned bulk petroleum transportation company located in Southern California, seeking highly professional CDL (Class A) Hazmat Fuel Tanker Drivers to join our growing fleet. Our drivers are responsible for delivering various petroleum products to our customers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. We provide best-in-class trucks and equipment and are looking for motivated professionals to help us grow. We pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve with state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to our core values of "Integrity Delivered." If you love working independently and thrive on the road, this position is right for you!
Responsibilities
- Load and make deliveries in accordance with company and legal guidelines, including proper use of safety equipment and following established procedures.
- Perform required pre and post-trip inspections.
- Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
- Utilize onboard electronics, including ELDs.
- Navigate Southern California geography and freeway systems.
- Route around traffic and hazards utilizing maps and/or GPS.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and other related equipment as necessary.
- Promote company Core Values and Integrity.
- Work additional varying hours, which may include weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Qualifications
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class A driver's license in the state of residence with Tanker and Hazardous Materials (X) endorsements.
- Minimum of 36 months recent and verifiable commercial vehicle experience.
- Experience driving trucks totaling gross vehicle weight (GVW) over 26,000 pounds.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment physical, background screening, and drug/alcohol test.
- Current medical certificate, with no restrictions or limitations.
- Must be able to pass our road test with a vehicle chosen by the company.
- Must be able to acquire and maintain loading privileges at all Southern California terminals.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Adherence to California labor laws (meal and rest breaks).
- TWIC (Transportation Worker's Identification Credential) preferred but not required.
- Experience in petroleum transportation highly preferred.
Compensation
$29.00- $41.00 per hour (depending on years of service and additional premiums for weekend work.)
Benefits
- Home every day with a great working environment.
- Assigned best-in-class equipment with both truck and trailer or semi available.
- Industry-leading hourly pay with overtime.
- Employer contribution for Medical insurance (BlueShield HMO, PPO, and Kaiser).
- Dental, Vision, and Aflac Insurance are available.
- Paid Vacation Time and Holiday Pay offered.
- 401k plan with generous employer match.
Equal Opportunity Opportunity
MJ Tank Lines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiter Notice
Please note: MJ Tank Lines does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from staffing agencies or recruiters.
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Who's Hiring
- Schneider36
- Gemini Motor Transport29
- SRM Concrete11
- Omni Environmental Solutions8
- Chemtrade6
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Waste Management & Environmental Services
- Retail
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tanker driver jobs.
- Valid Class A CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements
- Minimum two years of verifiable commercial driving experience
- Clean MVR with no major violations in the past three years
- Ability to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screening
- Experience operating multi-compartment or pressurized tank trailers
- Familiarity with DOT hazardous materials regulations and placarding requirements
Tips for Your Tanker Driver Job Search
List every endorsement on your resume
Tanker driver postings screen hard on CDL class and endorsements before a recruiter reads anything else. Put your Class A CDL, Hazmat, Tanker, and any TWIC card on the top line of your resume, not buried in a credentials section at the bottom.
Target listings by cargo type early
Petroleum, food-grade, and chemical hauling each have different compliance requirements and carrier cultures. Filter openings by the commodity you have documented experience with so your application speaks directly to what that dispatcher needs on day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tanker driver openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Document your clean safety record clearly
Carriers pull your PSP report and MVR before they call you back. If your record is clean, say so explicitly in your cover message and include your years accident-free. Leaving it unstated forces a recruiter to assume otherwise and move to the next applicant.
Prepare for a pre-hire road skills test
Most tanker carriers require a company-administered road test before an offer, separate from your CDL. Practice hooking and unhooking the tanker, confirming proper placarding, and walking through a pre-trip inspection out loud so you can demonstrate it confidently on the day.
Negotiate home-time terms before accepting
Pay rate matters, but tanker drivers often leave roles over home-time schedules that were never clearly defined at hire. Ask the recruiter for the specific number of nights out per week in writing before you accept, not after your first dispatch.
Tanker Driver Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tanker drivers?
The companies hiring the most tanker drivers right now include Schneider, Gemini Motor Transport, and SRM Concrete, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Petroleum distribution, chemical logistics, and food-grade carriers consistently account for the highest posting volume across the country.
How many tanker driver jobs are remote?
About 6% of tanker driver openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, road-based nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to allow any remote work are dispatching coordination, fleet compliance review, and driver training and safety instruction, which sometimes operate partly off-site.
How do you become a tanker driver?
You start by earning a Class A CDL at an accredited commercial driving school, then add the Tanker and Hazmat endorsements by passing the corresponding knowledge tests at your state DMV. Most entry-level tanker carriers require at least one year of general CDL-A experience before they'll put you in a tanker. From there, completing a DOT physical, passing a pre-employment drug screen, and maintaining a clean MVR are standard requirements before your first tanker dispatch.
Can I get hired as a tanker driver with little experience?
Yes, some carriers hire CDL-A drivers with limited experience into a tanker trainee or co-driver role, particularly in food-grade and water hauling where cargo hazard levels are lower. Your strongest asset is a clean driving record. Completing a recognized tanker safety course before applying and emphasizing any flatbed or bulk commodity driving on your resume helps close the experience gap with recruiters who are willing to train.
What does the tanker driver interview process look like?
A typical tanker driver hiring process starts with a phone screen focused on your CDL class, endorsements, and MVR history. If that clears, you'll complete a formal application and authorize the carrier to pull your PSP report and employment verification. Most carriers then schedule an in-person or video interview with a safety manager, followed by a company road test and pre-employment drug screen before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to tanker driver jobs?
You can find and apply to tanker driver jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings for roles that match your CDL class, endorsements, and cargo experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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