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How much do sunoco driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for sunoco driver in California is $18.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sunoco driver?

A Sunoco Driver is a professional truck driver responsible for transporting fuel and petroleum products for Sunoco, a major fuel distribution company. These drivers operate specialized tanker trucks to safely deliver gasoline, diesel, and other fuels to gas stations, commercial clients, and storage facilities. Sunoco Drivers must adhere to strict safety and environmental regulations, maintain accurate delivery records, and often work varying hours based on delivery schedules. They play a crucial role in ensuring a reliable and safe supply of fuel across the regions Sunoco serves.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sunoco driver?

To thrive as a Sunoco Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements, a clean driving record, and knowledge of safe fuel transport procedures. Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs), GPS navigation systems, and Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication skills help drivers manage schedules and ensure safety during deliveries. These skills and qualifications are vital to maintain regulatory compliance, prevent accidents, and provide timely, safe fuel deliveries.

What are some common challenges Sunoco drivers face during their daily routes, and how can they effectively manage them?

Sunoco Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating varying traffic conditions, adhering to strict delivery schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations when transporting hazardous materials. Effective time management, strong communication with dispatchers, and thorough pre-trip inspections help drivers stay on track and mitigate risks. Additionally, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of DOT regulations and Sunoco's safety protocols is essential for a successful and safe workday.

What is the difference between Sunoco Driver vs Gas Station Attendant?

AspectSunoco DriverGas Station Attendant
CredentialsValid driver's license, clean driving recordNone specific, customer service skills
Work EnvironmentDriving company vehicles, delivering fuel or productsCustomer service at gas station, assisting customers
Industry UsageLogistics, transportation, fuel deliveryRetail, customer service, fuel sales

Sunoco Drivers primarily focus on delivering fuel and products using company vehicles, requiring a valid driver's license and driving skills. Gas Station Attendants handle customer service, sales, and station maintenance. While both roles are within the fuel industry, Sunoco Drivers are more transportation-oriented, whereas Gas Station Attendants focus on retail and customer interaction.

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Infographic showing various Sunoco Driver job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,484 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Terminal Operator Trainee (SELBY/CROCKETT, CALIFORNIA)

Sunoco LP

Crockett, CA • On-site

$39.46 - $58.21/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Sunoco LP rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 87 rated oil and gas companies


Job description


Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary:

Performs duties as outlined by the Terminal Manager related to the receipt and shipment of petroleum products via pipeline, railcar and truck. Responsible for unloading petroleum and non-petroleum fuels from railcars, as well as the movement of facility tankage product at the plant site. Ensures maximum production quantity and quality while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company. Assists in the operations, maintenance, safety and environmental matters in the temporary absence of the Terminal Manager.

Rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Effectively performs Truck Rack, Railcar, and/or Dock loading and/or off-loading activities up to 75% of the time.

This role has a current pay range of $39.46/hr - $58.21/hr or on a 12hr basis $34.65/hr - $51.10/hr. The listed pay range represents the company's good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum base rate of pay for this position at the time of this posting. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on their work location, qualifications, relevant experience, operational needs, demonstrated performance over time, and internal pay alignment.

We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits including access to health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO, and abundant career opportunities.

Essential Responsabiltes

  • Operates and maintains all processes associated with product storage and unloading of railcars.
  • Unloads ethanol & renewable diesel fuels into tanks from railcars.
  • Retrieve samples of ethanol for testing/quality control.
  • Responsible for the inspection of railcars and the notification of any defects.
  • Creates ticket bill of ladings and issues paperwork.
  • Answers and responds to after-hour calls (24-hours per day / 7-days per week).
  • Assumes responsibility for filter changes and all valve alignments (manifolds and tanks) inside the terminal property to assure the proper handling, storage and integrity of products.
  • Uses the Terminal Automation System to prepare daily inventory reports, terminal balance report, and rack activity report.
  • Forwards daily inventory and accounting reports to the appropriate customers.
  • Ensures that customers receive information needed regarding their throughput and inventory.
  • Samples and analyzes product as instructed by the Terminal Manager.
  • Keeps loading rack equipment (mechanical and electrical) clean and in good working order at all times.
  • Interacts with drivers to make sure they follow all company and safety regulations.
  • Trains new drivers and make sure they are familiar with our automation, loading equipment and emergency features.
  • Conducts safety watches with outside contractors as advised by the Terminal Manager.
  • Ensures all environmental and safety equipment is working properly.
  • Keeps overall appearance of terminal up and grass mowed and edged.
  • Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations. Reduces potential risk to public safety and environment and minimizes company liability.
  • Improves operations efficiency and financial profitability through well maintained facilities.

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree or graduate of a technical school preferred.

Minimum Requirements:

  • No experience is required: 1 year Control Center, Pipeline or Terminal operations experience is preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills are required
  • Ability to proof work for accuracy
  • Excellent PC skills, with proficiency in navigation of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook products required
  • Strong attention to detail, with the knowledge of petroleum products and industry terminology
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to coordinate effectively and with other personnel, corporate departments, and external customers required
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently, managing time and scheduling to meet appropriate deadlines
  • Ability to work in a team environment required
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision and independently conduct job accountabilities
  • Knowledge of Operating, Maintenance, & Emergency Procedures
  • Knowledge of system specific, MOP's Line fill's, and Operating Procedures for the console qualified on
  • Knowledge of basic pipeline hydraulics

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, talk and hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and may occasionally be required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

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