Hire Tanker Drivers in Tennessee
Pre-screened tanker drivers in Tennessee. 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)
48,000+
CDL Required
Class A
Tanker Driver Requirements in Tennessee
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
Tennessee Market for Tanker Drivers
Top Cities for Tanker Hiring in Tennessee
#1
Nashville
#2
Memphis
#3
Knoxville
#4
Chattanooga
#5
Clarksville
Employers Driving Tanker Demand in Tennessee
FedEx SuperHub (Memphis)Amazon BNA2-BNA7Nissan (Smyrna)Pilot Flying J HQWalmart DCs
Why Hire Tanker Drivers in Tennessee
Memphis FedEx SuperHub — overnight freight capital of the US
No state income tax — excellent recruiting tool
Nashville fastest-growing distribution market in the Southeast
I-40/I-65/I-24 intersection creates superior freight connectivity
Pilot Flying J HQ — driver-friendly infrastructure
What Our Tanker Drivers Bring to Your Tennessee 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
Other Equipment Types in Tennessee
Hiring Tanker Drivers in Tennessee — FAQ
We aim to fill tanker driver requests within 72-120 hours, though actual timing depends on the role and the candidates available. In Tennessee, where demand is very high, availability may be tighter — we recommend submitting requests as early as possible.
Tanker drivers in Tennessee typically earn $59,000-$76,000/year. This reflects the state's very high demand level and the Class A requirement. Nashville and Memphis tend to offer the highest rates.
Tanker drivers in Tennessee 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. Tennessee has 60+ CDL schools producing new CDL holders.
The top cities for tanker driver demand in Tennessee are Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga. Major employers driving this demand include FedEx SuperHub (Memphis), Amazon BNA2-BNA7, Nissan (Smyrna).
We recruit tanker drivers from across Tennessee, a market of roughly 48,000+ CDL holders statewide and 60+ 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. Memphis FedEx SuperHub — overnight freight capital of the US.