Tanker Truck Driver Jobs in Knoxville, TN
Tanker trucking positions, local pay data, hiring companies, and freight routes in the Knoxville, Tennessee market.
Avg Tanker Pay
$66,000 - $96,000
Demand Level
ModerateTop Employer
Kenan Advantage
Tanker Trucking in Knoxville, TN
Tanker driving jobs in Knoxville focus on fuel terminal distribution and chemical manufacturing transport. Tanker endorsement and clean driving record are mandatory, with hazmat certification opening the highest-paying positions. Knoxville-based tanker drivers benefit from the area's strong energy and chemical industry presence.
Key Tanker Freight Routes
These corridors carry the highest volume of tanker freight through the Knoxville area.
Companies Hiring Tanker Drivers in Knoxville
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tanker Jobs in Knoxville
How much do Tanker truck drivers make in Knoxville, TN?
Tanker drivers in Knoxville typically earn $66,000 - $96,000 annually. Pay varies based on experience, endorsements, and carrier. The Knoxville market's cost of living is below average, which affects real take-home purchasing power compared to the national average.
Do tanker jobs in Knoxville require hazmat endorsement?
Many tanker positions in Knoxville require a hazmat endorsement in addition to the tanker endorsement. Fuel distribution runs typically need both (X endorsement). Food-grade tanker positions hauling milk, juice, or edible oils may only require the tanker endorsement. The combination endorsement commands the highest pay in the Knoxville market.
How do I find tanker trucking jobs in Knoxville?
Start by checking major carriers hiring in Knoxville: Kenan Advantage, Quality Carriers, Miller Transporters. Apply directly through carrier websites for the best rates. You can also browse CDL job boards, attend local trucking job fairs, and network at the 25+ truck stops in the Knoxville area. Having a clean MVR and 1+ year cdl-a + endorsements experience gives you the strongest negotiating position.
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