Access our pool of pre-screened tanker drivers in Arkansas. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience, placed within 72-120 hours.
Demand
high
Adj. Wage
$54,000-$69,000/year
Placement
72-120 hours
State Pool
32,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Arkansas
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
Wage Range:$54,000-$69,000/year
Equipment-Specific Skills
Tanker endorsement (N) required; Hazmat (H) for chemical/fuel loads
Loading rack and unloading procedure knowledge
Understanding of surge/slosh dynamics during braking and cornering
Chemical compatibility awareness for multi-product tanks
Our typical placement time for tanker drivers is 72-120 hours. In Arkansas, where demand is high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Tanker drivers in Arkansas typically earn $54,000-$69,000/year. This reflects the state's high demand level and the Class A requirement. Little Rock and Bentonville tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Arkansas need a Class A CDL with Tanker (N) and Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials endorsements. We verify all credentials as part of our screening process. Arkansas has 35+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Arkansas are Little Rock, Bentonville, Fort Smith, Jonesboro. Major employers driving this demand include Walmart (Bentonville HQ + DCs), Tyson Foods (Springdale), J.B. Hunt (Lowell HQ).
Our Arkansas tanker driver pool draws from 32,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 62% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Home to Walmart, J.B. Hunt, and ABF — massive trucking ecosystem.