Tank Truck Driver job description

Updated March 14, 2024
8 min read

Tank truck drivers are skilled professionals who hold the license needed to drive tank trucks that carry large volumes of liquid or gas, or bulk items that are solid or dry. They ensure the items reach their intended destination safely and timely.

Find Better Candidates in Less Time
Post a job on Zippia and take the best from over 7 million monthly job seekers.

Example tank truck driver requirements on a job description

Tank truck driver requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in tank truck driver job postings.
Sample tank truck driver requirements
  • Valid CDL license with Tanker endorsement
  • Minimum of 2 years of Tank Truck driving experience
  • Ability to pass DOT physical and drug/alcohol tests
  • Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
  • Experience with loading and unloading hazardous materials
Sample required tank truck driver soft skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Flexibility to work irregular hours and weekends
  • Calm under pressure and ability to handle unexpected situations

Tank Truck Driver job description example 1

Triple A RV Center tank truck driver job description

Triple A Pro Services is recruiting a full-time Experienced Vacuum Tanker Truck Driver / Vacuum Pump Technician to spend most of their time driving in and around Franklin, OH , operating a vacuum truck, using Service Titan software, and delivering a world-class customer experience. This CDL position is paid a competitive hourly wage of $18 - $20 based on experience and skill.

In addition to great pay and our exceptional culture , this driving position comes with the following benefits and perks :

  • Ancillary, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Long and short-term disability
  • 6 paid holidays
  • 1 day of paid time off (starting at 6 months)
  • A 401(k) plan
  • Paid training
  • Allowances for boots and uniforms
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • A CDL bonus (for those who don't have one)
  • Prize-winning contests and bonus opportunities
  • Free coffee, popsicles, and snacks

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW ? It's easy! Apply to be our Vacuum Tanker Truck Driver / Vacuum Pump Technician by filling out our initial quick, mobile-friendly online application . We hope to meet you soon!


THE IDEAL EXPERIENCED VACUUM TANKER TRUCK DRIVER / VACUUM PUMP TECHNICIAN

  • Professional - present yourself as someone you would want to do business with
  • Communication skills - the ability to explain technical information in layman's terms
  • Career-minded - looking for more than a job
  • Pride in your work - real desire to do quality work and ensure customer satisfaction
  • Safety-oriented - carefully driving and operating the vacuum tanker

Is this you? If so, and you're ready to build a career in one of the largest industries that produces over $60 billion in revenue, keep going!


ABOUT TRIPLE A PRO SERVICES

Triple A Pro Services is a family-owned and operated company specializing in home and commercial cleaning, maintenance, repair, and installation services. We deliver WOW through service! We serve above ourselves by taking action with a sense of urgency and going beyond customer expectations. Safety is our top priority, whether we are performing excavation services for new lines or cleaning grease traps, we do the right thing even when no one is watching. We also strive to stay active in the community by inviting them to our farm and working with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton.

We are pros at what we do and are always looking for more pros. We act as All For One & One For All as we take care of each other and the community. We aren't just a team, we are a tribe, and you have a voice here. By hiring like-minded individuals who take responsibility for their actions, show respect, and have fun, we have curated a fantastic tribe. We believe in training to get to the next level, celebrating our wins, and working hard to know what we do has meaning . We strive to build healthy leaders from within who have a voice, self-accountability, and enthusiastically contribute to making us a great place to work !


REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have a valid CDL driver's license
  • Able to obtain tanker endorsement
  • At least 1 year of experience

If you enjoy dirty jobs and driving and are ready to make the best decision of your career, apply today to join our team as a Vacuum Tanker Truck Driver / Vacuum Pump Technician!


Location: 45005

jobs
Post A Job For Free, Promote It For A Fee

Tank Truck Driver job description example 2

Schneider tank truck driver job description

$10,000 lease-on incentive

Average revenue range: $221,000-$226,000

Experience: 6 months or greater CDL experience

Lease ID: 200594

Overview

  • All-In Revenue Choice Lease: Select loads with an all-in rate - no need to calculate fuel or accessorials.
  • Current annual revenue potential for tanker owner-operators:
    • Top owner-operators are generating $379,000.
    • Top 25% of owner-operators are averaging $325,000-$330,000.
    • Owner-operators are averaging $221,000-$226,000.
  • Self-dispatch: Pick your loads, home time, lanes and revenue.
  • Haul tanker trailers at no charge while operating under Schneider's authority.
  • Hands-on loading and unloading of freight.

Qualifications

  • Possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
  • Have both a Tanker endorsement and HazMat endorsement.
  • Obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within 90 days of lease start.
  • Own or lease one or more tractors that is 2011 or newer, with engine meeting EPA10 emissions requirement and can pass a DOT inspection.
  • Additional qualifications apply.

Additional advantages

  • Compensation for time spent in lease-on orientation.
  • Discounts on fuel, tires, maintenance and more through Schneider's Purchase Power Program.
  • Huge selection of loads: Enjoy easy access to Schneider's private load board, one of the largest freight pools in the industry, and haul the loads that make the most sense for your business.
  • Easy-to-use mobile app to select freight: Choosing your loads is simple when you lease-on with Schneider. Just log into the mobile app using your smartphone, tablet or laptop and click, pick and go.
  • Tools to help you succeed: Doing business with Schneider means being provided pumps and compressors, personal protective gear, a Samsung tablet and free trailer usage.

Lease-on incentive is not available to Schneider company drivers transferring to owner-operator requisitions.


Job Owner-Operator
Schedule Full-time
Sign On Bonus 10000

PI192881352

jobs
Dealing With Hard-To-Fill Positions? Let Us Help.

Tank Truck Driver job description example 3

Kenan Advantage Group tank truck driver job description

OTR Tanker Truck Driver Job - Dallas, Texas

KAG Merchant Gas

An endless horizon of opportunities.

KAG combines stability you desire with the opportunities you need to succeed. Enjoy great pay along with a schedule that offers meaningful home time between jobs. At KAG, we're with you all the way.

The Benefits

Local routes available in select locations, call for more details.

Industry Competitive Pay & Paid Weekly
Hazmat Products Hauled: Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, C02, Hydrogen, Helium and More!
Paid Training on Safe Product Handling
Earn Extra with Driver Referral Program

Call & Demand Benefits

Earn up to $140,000 Annually
Flexible Schedule - Average 2 to 3 Weeks Out / Up To 1 Week Off
Industry Competitive Pay & Paid Weekly
Positions Available Nationwide No Matter Where You Live!
Hazmat Products Hauled: Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, C02, Hydrogen, Helium and More!
Paid Training on Safe Product Handling
Quarterly Safety & Performance Bonus Program
Earn Extra with Driver Referral Program
Do You Like To Fly? Ask About Our Fly Team.

Team Benefits

Flexible Schedule - Average 2 to 3 Weeks Out / Up To 1 Week Off
Industry Competitive Pay & Paid Weekly
Positions Available Nationwide No Matter Where You Live!
Hazmat Products Hauled: Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon, C02, Hydrogen, Helium and More!
Paid Training on Safe Product Handling
Quarterly Safety & Performance Bonus Program
Earn Extra with Driver Referral Program

Owner Operator Benefits

Flexible Schedule - Average 2 to 3 Weeks Out / Up To 1 Week Off
All Miles Paid Plus Fuel Surcharge - Paid Weekly!
Average 2,600 Miles Per Week
Earn More Per Mile with Nationwide Product Flexibility - Ask For Details!
Positions Available Nationwide No Matter Where You Live!
Paid Training on Safe Product Handling
Quarterly Safety & Performance Bonus Program
Maintenance, Tire, Vendor Preferred Pricing
Dealer Direct Pricing on New Tractors - Restrictions Apply

The Requirements

Class A CDL
Minimum Recent 12 Months Verifiable Tractor / Trailer Experience
Safe Driving Record

Dallas, Texas OTR Tanker Truck Driving Job

Kenan Advantage Group OTR Tanker Truck Driver Job in Dallas, TX

This job originated on HiringDriversNow.com
jobs
Start Connecting With Qualified Job Seekers

Resources for employers posting tank truck driver jobs

Average Cost Of Hiring
Recruitment Statistics
How To Write A Job Description
Examples Of Work Conditions

Tank Truck Driver job description FAQs

Ready To Start Hiring?

Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
Zippia Team

Editorial Staff

The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.