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Tanker Β· Seattle, WA

Tanker Truck Driver Jobs in Seattle, WA

Tanker trucking positions, local pay data, hiring companies, and freight routes in the Seattle, Washington market.

Avg Tanker Pay

$71,000 - $103,000

Demand Level

High

Top Employer

Groendyke Transport

Tanker Trucking in Seattle, WA

Tanker driving jobs in Seattle focus on fuel distribution from coastal refineries and chemical hauling from manufacturing facilities. Tanker endorsement and clean driving record are mandatory, with hazmat certification opening the highest-paying positions. Seattle-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 Seattle area.

I-5 corridor through Seattle
I-90 freight lane
Refinery-to-terminal fuel distribution lanes

Companies Hiring Tanker Drivers in Seattle

These carriers actively recruit tanker drivers in the Seattle, WA market.

1
Groendyke Transport
2
Kenan Advantage
3
Trimac
4
Superior Bulk Logistics
5
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tanker Jobs in Seattle

How much do Tanker truck drivers make in Seattle, WA?

Tanker drivers in Seattle typically earn $71,000 - $103,000 annually. Pay varies based on experience, endorsements, and carrier. The Seattle market's cost of living is high, which affects real take-home purchasing power compared to the national average.

Do tanker jobs in Seattle require hazmat endorsement?

Many tanker positions in Seattle 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 Seattle market.

How do I find tanker trucking jobs in Seattle?

Start by checking major carriers hiring in Seattle: Groendyke Transport, Kenan Advantage, Trimac. 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 20+ truck stops in the Seattle area. Having a clean MVR and 1+ year cdl-a + endorsements experience gives you the strongest negotiating position.

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