Hire Tanker Drivers in Florida
Pre-screened tanker drivers in Florida. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-120 hours.
Demand
very high
Adj. Wage
$59,000-$76,000/year
Target Placement
72-120 hours
CDL Holders (State)
105,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Florida
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
- Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
- Wage Range:$59,000-$76,000/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
Florida Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in Florida
#1
Miami
#2
Jacksonville
#3
Tampa
#4
Orlando
#5
Fort Lauderdale
#6
Lakeland
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in Florida
Amazon (10+ FCs)Publix (Lakeland)Port of JacksonvillePort of MiamiTropicanaFedEx
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in Florida
No state income tax — powerful recruiting tool
Third-largest freight market in the US
Port operations create year-round intermodal demand
Produce season (Oct-May) drives premium reefer rates
Population growth fuels construction and consumer freight
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your Florida 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
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Hiring Tanker Drivers in Florida — FAQ
We aim to fill tanker driver requests within 72-120 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Florida, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Tanker drivers in Florida typically earn $59,000-$76,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Miami and Jacksonville tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Florida 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. Florida has 150+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Florida are Miami, Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando. Major employers driving this demand include Amazon (10+ FCs), Publix (Lakeland), Port of Jacksonville.
We recruit tanker drivers from across Florida, a market of roughly 105,000+ CDL holders statewide and 150+ CDL schools. Every candidate we put forward is screened for the Class A CDL, 1+ years tanker-specific experience, and a clean driving and compliance record before you see them. No state income tax — powerful recruiting tool.