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Heniff Transportation

Food Grade Tanker Driver

Verona, WI · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Facility has a shop and tank-wash * We have 3 driver trainers on-site! * Driver-Friendly staff * Experienced dispatchers. What we haul: * Sweeteners: Sucrose, Fructose, Corn Syrup * Granulated Sugar

Heniff Transportation

Food Grade Tanker Driver

Decatur, AL · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Facility has a shop and tank-wash * We have 3 driver trainers on-site! * Driver-Friendly staff * Experienced dispatchers. What we haul: * Sweeteners: Sucrose, Fructose, Corn Syrup * Granulated Sugar

Heniff Transportation

Food Grade Tanker Driver

Monona, WI · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Facility has a shop and tank-wash * We have 3 driver trainers on-site! * Driver-Friendly staff * Experienced dispatchers. What we haul: * Sweeteners: Sucrose, Fructose, Corn Syrup * Granulated Sugar

Heniff Transportation

Food Grade Tanker Driver

Decatur, AL · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Facility has a shop and tank-wash * We have 3 driver trainers on-site! * Driver-Friendly staff * Experienced dispatchers. What we haul: * Sweeteners: Sucrose, Fructose, Corn Syrup * Granulated Sugar

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How much do food grade tanker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for food grade tanker in the United States is $26.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are food grade tanker drivers?

Food grade tanker drivers are professional truck drivers who transport liquid or bulk food products, such as milk, juice, edible oils, or sweeteners, in specially designed tanker trailers. These tankers must meet strict sanitation and safety standards to ensure that food products remain uncontaminated during transit. Drivers must be knowledgeable about food safety regulations, proper cleaning procedures, and sometimes require additional certifications to handle food-grade loads. Their role is crucial in maintaining the integrity and quality of food products from producers to processors or distributors.

What is the difference between Food Grade Tanker vs Chemical Tanker Driver?

AspectFood Grade TankerChemical Tanker Driver
CertificationsHazmat, Tanker Endorsement, Food Safety CertificationsHazmat, Tanker Endorsement, Chemical Handling Certifications
Work EnvironmentTransporting edible liquids like milk, juice, or water in clean, sanitized tanksTransporting chemicals, hazardous materials in specialized tanks
Industry UsageFood and beverage industry, dairy, bottled waterChemical manufacturing, industrial chemicals, hazardous materials

Food Grade Tanker drivers focus on transporting edible liquids in sanitized tanks, requiring food safety certifications. Chemical Tanker drivers handle hazardous chemicals, requiring specialized chemical handling certifications. Both roles involve driving tankers, but differ in the materials transported and safety protocols.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Food Grade Tanker driver and how do they differ from other trucking roles?

As a Food Grade Tanker driver, your daily responsibilities include safely transporting liquid food products such as milk, juice, or edible oils in specially sanitized tankers. Unlike other trucking roles, you must closely follow stringent sanitation procedures before and after each load, and you’ll often supervise or participate in the cleaning of your tanker. Additionally, you'll need to maintain detailed records and ensure that cargo is not contaminated, which requires regular communication with loading and unloading personnel at plants and distribution centers. This role demands attention to detail and a strong commitment to food safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Food Grade Tanker Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Grade Tanker Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with tanker and often hazmat endorsements, a clean driving record, and knowledge of food safety regulations. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), tanker-specific equipment, and sanitation procedures is crucial. Strong attention to detail, time management, and clear communication with dispatch and customers are important soft skills. These skills ensure safe, timely, and compliant delivery of food-grade products, protecting both public health and company reputation.
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Infographic showing various Food Grade Tanker job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,518 per year, or $26.2 per hour.
Food Grade Tanker Driver

Food Grade Tanker Driver

Heniff Transportation

Lake Mills, WI • On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Heniff Transportation Systems rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

LOCAL/REGIONAL:

  • Our average Local/Regional driver makes a minimum of $70k to over $90k a year

Terminal Perks:

  • Facility has a shop and tank-wash
  • We have 3 driver trainers on-site!
  • Driver-Friendly staff
  • Experienced dispatchers.

What we haul:

  • Sweeteners: Sucrose, Fructose, Corn Syrup
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Corn Starch

Company Driver Benefits:

  • Top pay by % of linehaul hourly load/unload pay
  • Local, Regional, Dedicated and Long-haul options with excellent home time available
  • Safety Incentive Plan (up to $10k/year)
  • On-Time first hour paid when Loading/Unloading
  • A top-of-the-line PPO health insurance policy
  • Excellent dental insurance
  • Vision plan
  • Weekly pay with Direct Deposit available
  • Generous paid time off
  • 7 paid holidays
  • 401K Plan with company match
  • Driver Referral Bonus Plan ($1,000)
  • Company provided Life insurance
  • Well -maintained company tractor and trailer fleets
  • PeopleNet on-board communications
  • EZ Pass provided

Owner Operator Benefits:

  • $3,000 sign-on bonus
  • 100% fuel surcharge passed on to Owner
  • Hourly detention pay after 2 hours
  • Fuel card provided - Discounts provided at major travel centers
  • Weekly settlements
  • Direct Deposit available
  • Transflo service with mobile apps available
  • Tolls reimbursed 100% (if billable and billed)
  • Network for tank washes
  • PeopleNet units provided free of charge

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