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How much do tank commander jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for tank commander in the United States is $19.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tank commander?

Tank Commanders are military personnel responsible for leading and managing the crew of a tank during both training exercises and combat operations. They oversee the operation, navigation, and tactical deployment of the tank, ensuring that missions are carried out effectively and safely. In addition to directing crew members, Tank Commanders also coordinate with other units, assess battlefield conditions, and make critical decisions under pressure. Their role is vital in modern armored warfare, requiring leadership skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

What are some common challenges a tank commander faces during training and operations?

Tank Commanders often encounter challenges such as coordinating effective communication within the crew, adapting quickly to unpredictable field conditions, and maintaining situational awareness while managing complex vehicle systems. Balancing leadership responsibilities with technical proficiency is essential, as Commanders must make swift, informed decisions under pressure. These challenges are addressed through rigorous training, ongoing teamwork, and regular collaboration with other units to ensure mission success and crew safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tank commander, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tank Commander, you need strong leadership abilities, tactical decision-making skills, and comprehensive military training, often supported by completion of relevant military courses. Familiarity with armored vehicle systems, navigation technology, and weapons control interfaces is essential. Exceptional communication, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are critical soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure effective command, crew safety, and mission success in high-stress combat environments.

What is the difference between Tank Commander vs Armored Vehicle Crew Member?

AspectTank CommanderArmored Vehicle Crew Member
CertificationsMilitary training, specialized armor operation coursesBasic military training, vehicle operation courses
Work EnvironmentInside tank, combat zones, military basesInside armored vehicles, military bases, field operations
Roles & ResponsibilitiesLead tank operations, navigation, targeting, team coordinationAssist in vehicle operation, maintenance, support roles

While both roles serve in armored military units, the Tank Commander holds leadership and tactical responsibilities within the tank, requiring advanced training. Armored Vehicle Crew Members support operations and maintenance but do not lead the tank's combat functions. The roles are distinct but interconnected within armored warfare units.

How do you become a tank commander?

To become a tank commander, individuals typically need to join the military and complete basic training, followed by specialized armor or vehicle training. Advancement usually requires gaining experience as a crew member, demonstrating leadership skills, and completing relevant certifications or courses related to armored vehicle operation and tactics.

How much do tank commanders make?

Tank commanders typically earn between $50,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, rank, and location. Military pay scales and additional allowances for combat zones or specialized skills can also affect total compensation.
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Infographic showing various Tank Commander job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,434 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

UST (Underground Storage Tank) Compliance Specialist

Greensboro, NC โ€ข On-site, Remote

Pinnacle Environmental Management Support
Environmental Consulting Servicesย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

$52K - $72K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

UST (Underground Storage Tank) Compliance Specialist

UST = Underground Storage Tank compliance (fuel retail/petroleum/environmental) - this is NOT a financial, HIPAA, SOX, or legal compliance role

Please do not apply unless you have direct experience with USTs, fuel retail environmental regulations, or petroleum/UST-adjacent industries

Full-Time or Part-Time | Exempt or Non-Exempt | Remote with in-office opportunities in NC and MA |
Reports to the Fuel Facilities UST Compliance Manager | $25 - $35/hour ($52,000 - $72,800 annual)

THE ROLE

We're looking for someone experienced in managing UST compliance at retail fueling sites to join our existing team. Pinnacle works as an extension of our clients' environmental compliance teams. This can take the form of filling gaps created by staffing turnovers, surge work as the portfolio expands, or a longer-term outsourced solution partner allowing our clients to focus on proactive asset planning. We don't own tanks, we don't do the testing, and we don't do field work. What we do is make sure the compliance program runs, the records hold up, and the gaps get closed before they turn into violations, lost insurance coverage, or lost revenue.

Day to day you'd be working alongside Pinnacle teammates, client staff, contractors, and regulators to keep every UST system in compliance with excellent documentation, supported by Pinnacle's wholistic service model that unites the right People, efficient Process, and powerful compliance Platforms.

WHAT YOU'D BE DOING

  • Inspections and return to compliance: Coordinating agency inspections, putting the compliance packet together, and driving notices of violation through to a documented return to compliance.
  • Release detection: Reviewing monthly CSLD, SIR and interstitial monitoring results, chasing down whatever doesn't pass, and making sure suspected release reporting happens inside the state's window.
  • Testing and equipment: Scheduling and verifying annual and triennial line and tank tightness testing, ATG certification, Stage I/II vapor recovery, cathodic protection rectifier readings, and 30-day monthly visual walkthrough inspections.
  • Vendors and activities: Triaging alarms, dispatching the right contractor, and following through until the closeout documentation is in the system.
  • Registrations and permitting: Tank registration, permitting, air permit renewals, and financial assurance and state insurance fund applications for new-to-industry, raze and rebuilds, tank replacements and removals, tank closures and ownership transfers.
  • Agency reporting: Coordinating agency reporting and tracking remediation response and component repairs through completion.

WHAT YOU'D BRING

  • Two or more years in UST or AST compliance, with an owner or operator, an environmental consultancy, or a state program.
  • A working command of 40 CFR Part 280 and at least one state UST program.
  • Class A or Class B operator training, or the readiness to complete it.
  • Comfort working directly with owners, operators and regulators.
  • Solid Excel skills and fluency with a compliance platform.
  • Availability for the shared on-call rotation.

Useful but not required: a multi-site portfolio in more than one state, existing relationships with state agency staff, or any exposure to state UST cleanup programs.

WHY PINNACLE

For over 30 years, Pinnacle has built an exceptional reputation for delivering results for clients in the fuel retail industry. Our success comes from talented people who take pride in their work, value collaboration, and understand that our clients' success is at the heart of what we do every day. We're looking for people who want to be part of a high-performing team where capable colleagues support one another, solve problems together, and share in the wins.

We believe great work starts with taking care of our people, which is why we invest in competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, employee well-being, and opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. At Pinnacle, you'll be encouraged to build your expertise, contribute your ideas, and continue developing alongside teammates who are equally committed to doing excellent work. If you're looking for a company where people matter, teamwork matters, and results matter, Pinnacle is a place where you can build a rewarding career.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • $52,000 - $72,800, based on experience
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Paid time off, holiday pay and company-paid life insurance
  • Certification and continuing education paid for, including Class A and B operator training
  • Remote work, with flexibility and work measured by what gets done

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through pinnacleems.com/careers. We review applications as they come in and we'll tell you where you stand at each step. If you want to add something beyond the resume, tell us about a portfolio or a site you helped bring back into compliance, what was out of line when you got it, what you did about it, and how you knew it was actually fixed.

Pinnacle Environmental Management Support is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Employment Type: OTHER