Hire Tanker Drivers in Rhode Island
Pre-screened tanker drivers in Rhode Island. Class A CDL holders with 1+ years tanker-specific experience experience. We aim to fill requests within 72-120 hours.
Demand
low
Adj. Wage
$61,000-$78,000/year
Target Placement
72-120 hours
CDL Holders (State)
5,200+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Rhode Island
Credentials Needed
- CDL Class:Class A
- Endorsements:Tanker (N), Hazmat (H) for hazardous materials
- Experience:1+ years tanker-specific experience
- Wage Range:$61,000-$78,000/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
Rhode Island Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in Rhode Island
#1
Providence
#2
Warwick
#3
Cranston
#4
Pawtucket
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in Rhode Island
CVS Health HQElectric Boat (Quonset)RaytheonNaval Station NewportSysco NE
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in Rhode Island
Small state means all routes are local with home-daily
Defense sector provides stable long-term contracts
CVS Health distribution creates consistent dry van demand
Proximity to Boston and Connecticut driver markets
Naval operations create specialized freight needs
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island — FAQ
We aim to fill tanker driver requests within 72-120 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Rhode Island, where demand is low, availability may be reasonable with standard lead times.
Tanker drivers in Rhode Island typically earn $61,000-$78,000/year. This reflects the state's low demand level and the Class A requirement. Providence and Warwick tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Rhode Island 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. Rhode Island has 6 CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Rhode Island are Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket. Major employers driving this demand include CVS Health HQ, Electric Boat (Quonset), Raytheon.
We recruit tanker drivers from across Rhode Island, a market of roughly 5,200+ CDL holders statewide and 6 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. Small state means all routes are local with home-daily.