Tanker Truck Driver Jobs in Richmond, VA
Tanker trucking positions, local pay data, hiring companies, and freight routes in the Richmond, Virginia market.
Avg Tanker Pay
$66,000 - $96,000
Demand Level
HighTop Employer
Kenan Advantage
Tanker Trucking in Richmond, VA
Tanker driving jobs in Richmond 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. Richmond-based tanker drivers benefit from the area's fuel distribution network and industrial demand.
Key Tanker Freight Routes
These corridors carry the highest volume of tanker freight through the Richmond area.
Companies Hiring Tanker Drivers in Richmond
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tanker Jobs in Richmond
How much do Tanker truck drivers make in Richmond, VA?
Tanker drivers in Richmond typically earn $66,000 - $96,000 annually. Pay varies based on experience, endorsements, and carrier. The Richmond market's cost of living is average, which affects real take-home purchasing power compared to the national average.
Do tanker jobs in Richmond require hazmat endorsement?
Many tanker positions in Richmond 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 Richmond market.
How do I find tanker trucking jobs in Richmond?
Start by checking major carriers hiring in Richmond: 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 18+ truck stops in the Richmond area. Having a clean MVR and 1+ year cdl-a + endorsements experience gives you the strongest negotiating position.
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