Access our pool of pre-screened tanker drivers in Colorado. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience, placed within 72-120 hours.
Demand
moderate
Adj. Wage
$64,000-$82,000/year
Placement
72-120 hours
State Pool
29,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Colorado
Credentials Needed
CDL Class:Class A
Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
Wage Range:$64,000-$82,000/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
Colorado Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in Colorado
#1
Denver
#2
Colorado Springs
#3
Aurora
#4
Fort Collins
#5
Pueblo
#6
Loveland
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in Colorado
Amazon DEN2/DEN3Coors Brewing (Golden)Lockheed MartinBall CorporationWalmart DC (Loveland)
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in Colorado
Denver is the primary distribution hub for the Mountain West
I-70 and I-25 corridor creates diverse freight lanes
Tech industry growth drives e-commerce distribution
Energy sector (oil, gas, wind) provides specialized freight
Lower taxes than California attract West Coast fleet relocations
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your Colorado 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 Colorado, where demand is moderate, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Tanker drivers in Colorado typically earn $64,000-$82,000/year. This reflects the state's moderate demand level and the Class A requirement. Denver and Colorado Springs tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Colorado 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. Colorado has 40+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Colorado are Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon DEN2/DEN3, Coors Brewing (Golden), Lockheed Martin.
Our Colorado tanker driver pool draws from 29,000+ CDL holders statewide. We deliver a 66% turnover rate versus the 91% industry average, saving you the $8,000-$12,000 cost of replacing a driver. Denver is the primary distribution hub for the Mountain West.