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Crude Driver Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil from the field to ... Prepare driver's Daily Report and other paperwork. * Inspect truck, tires, and tank and surrounding ...

Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil from the field to ... Prepare driver's Daily Report and other paperwork. * Inspect truck, tires, and tank and surrounding ...

Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil from the field to ... Prepare driver's Daily Report and other paperwork. * Inspect truck, tires, and tank and surrounding ...

Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil from the field to ... Prepare driver's Daily Report and other paperwork. * Inspect truck, tires, and tank and surrounding ...

Local Crude Tanker Driver

Andrews, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sentinel Transportation is hiring safety-focused Local Crude Tanker Drivers for our Odessa, TX terminal. This night shift, home-daily role offers a long-term career path with excellent pay and ...

Drive and operate an 18-wheel tractor/cargo tank to safely transport crude oil from the field to ... Prepare driver's Daily Report and other paperwork. * Inspect truck, tires, and tank and surrounding ...

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How much do crude driver jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for crude driver in the United States is $87,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Crude Driver vs Tanker Driver?

AspectCrude DriverTanker Driver
CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL), hazardous materials endorsementCommercial driver's license (CDL), hazardous materials endorsement
Work EnvironmentOil fields, pipelines, remote locationsRefineries, transportation of liquids, industrial sites
Industry UsageOil extraction and transportationTransporting liquids like fuel, chemicals, or water

Crude Drivers and Tanker Drivers both require CDL and hazardous materials endorsements. Crude Drivers typically operate in oil fields and pipelines, focusing on transporting crude oil, while Tanker Drivers handle liquid cargo like fuel or chemicals in industrial settings. Although their roles overlap in transporting liquids, their work environments and cargo types differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Crude Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $87,249 per year, or $41.9 per hour.

Crude Oil Transport Driver - Channelview/Bayview

Energy transfer

Houston, TX • On-site

$24.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Energy Transfer rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 87 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more.
Come join our award winning 11,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!
The Energy Transfer Crude Trucking organization currently hauls crude oil in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana to truck stations throughout these regions. Our Drivers help to aggregate the crude oil purchased from individual leases and then haul back to our pipeline injection points.
Our drivers typically work a rotational schedule, up to 12-hour shifts with various day and night start times depending on location.
Compensation Rates:
  • Paid per barrel at $0.3215
  • Paid per mile at $0.6314 cents
  • $24.50 per hour for other work-related activities (New Employee Orientation, mechanical breakdowns, etc.
  • Night differential pay - $25 per night shift

Bonuses:*
  • $2,000 Tuition Reimbursement (driving school graduates)
  • $800 Quarterly Safety Bonus (with additional $800 at the end of the year)
  • Annual Performance bonus

*Must meet eligibility requirements for all bonuses
Benefits:
  • Medical and Dental Plan
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Disability plans
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement (subject to approval)
  • Paid Vacations and Holidays

Primary Responsibilities
  • Safely transport crude oil from lease locations to pipeline injection points
  • Accurately test crude oil quantity and quality
  • Maintain tractor/trailer in accordance with all D.O.T. Regulations
  • Represent Energy Transfer with professionalism
  • Provide high level of service to customers
  • Adhere to all company safety rules, policies, and procedures

Minimum qualifications:
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Class A CDL with tanker and Hazmat Endorsement (X) with no restrictions
  • Minimum of one-year verifiable truck driving oil field experience

OR
  • Two years over the road driving experience

OR
  • Graduate of an accredited truck driving school

Other Minimum Requirements:
  • Clean driving record
  • Able to pass background check pursuant to local, state, and federal rules regarding transportation of hazardous materials
  • Pass Energy Transfer's D.O.T. physical, drug screen, and obtain a D.O.T. medical card

Preferred Experience:
  • Previous crude oil or other bulk hazardous transport and gauging experience
  • Handheld/computer experience

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