Access our pool of pre-screened tanker drivers in California. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience, placed within 72-120 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$68,000-$87,000/year
Placement
72-120 hours
State Pool
145,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in California
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
Wage Range:$68,000-$87,000/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
California Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in California
#1
Los Angeles
#2
San Francisco
#3
San Diego
#4
Fresno
#5
Sacramento
#6
Oakland
#7
Stockton
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in California
Amazon (20+ FCs)Port of LA/Long BeachWalmart DCsTargetCostcoSysco
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in California
Largest freight market in the US — port + agriculture + e-commerce
Port of LA/Long Beach handles 40% of US imports
Year-round produce season creates consistent reefer demand
Highest driver wages outside Alaska
CARB compliance creates barrier to entry — less competition for compliant fleets
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your California Operation
Among the highest-paying equipment specialties
Strong demand from oil, chemical, and food-grade industries
Endorsements create a competitive moat — fewer drivers qualify
Many tanker positions are local or regional with home-time
Fuel haulers often receive fuel discounts as a perk
Our typical placement time for tanker drivers is 72-120 hours. In California, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Tanker drivers in California typically earn $68,000-$87,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Los Angeles and San Francisco tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in California 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. California has 200+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in California are Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Fresno. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon (20+ FCs), Port of LA/Long Beach, Walmart DCs.
Our California tanker driver pool draws from 145,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 70% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Largest freight market in the US — port + agriculture + e-commerce.