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| Aspect | Tanker Driver | Truck Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Tanker endorsement | CDL, possibly other endorsements depending on cargo |
| Work Environment | Transporting liquids or gases in tankers, often on highways | Transporting various goods, including dry freight or general cargo |
| Industry Usage | Oil & gas, chemicals, food liquids | Logistics, freight, general transportation |
While both Tanker Drivers and Truck Drivers operate large vehicles and require a CDL, Tanker Drivers specialize in hauling liquids or gases in tankers, often requiring a tanker endorsement. Truck Drivers may transport a wider range of goods but typically do not need the specialized tanker certification. The roles overlap in driving skills and industry usage, but Tanker Drivers focus on liquid cargo in specific environments.
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What does a tanker driver do?
A tanker driver is a transportation specialist who is in charge of transporting liquids and gases in a tanker truck over the road. Tanker drivers must keep excellent records, conduct safety checks, load and unload whatever material they are hauling, and uphold all safety practices and standards at all times. Tanker drivers may travel short distances making multiple deliveries, like many gasoline and propane transport divers. Others haul long distances to deliver their cargo, which may require them to be on the road for many nights.

Fuel Tanker Truck Senior Driver - Day Shift, Mon-Fri
Santa Fe Springs, CA • On-site
$33/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 28 days ago
Job description
We are looking for local and regional fuel transport drivers to join our small, "family first" company, who are committed to getting the job done safely and efficiently. This full-time position features local and regional driving opportunities primarily within 350-400 miles of Santa Fe Springs (Los Angeles), CA.
Humboldt Pacific LLC is a fuel transport company that safely transports bulk fuel (Jet A, JP8, AVGAS & Kerosene) and other petroleum commodities throughout California, Nevada, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Arizona and Utah. Our focus is in the transportation of bulk aviation fuels, however, we also specialize transport a variety of other petroleum-based products such as Jet Fuel, Renewable Fuels, Marine Gas Oil, Ethanol, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), Biodiesel, Red Dye Off-road Diesel, AV Gas, Clear Diesel Fuel, Bunker Fuel, Gasoline, Heating Oils and Bulk Oils to commercial and private airports, aviation emergency response, agriculture and logging aviation, cardlocks, C-stores and military bases.
Category:
Operatives: CDL-A Petroleum Tanker transport of product in a safe, responsible manner and in accordance with company policy and applicable State & Federal regulations.
Department:
Operations
Shift:
Varies
Location:
Santa Fe Springs (LA), CA
Job Type:
Full Time - Day Shift, Monday-Friday
Education:
High School Equivalent or Higher
Pay Rate:
Hourly | Non-Exempt | $27 (Training, avg. 3-6 weeks) then $33 Per Hour DOE + Overtime Over 40 Hours/Week + Paid Vacation, Health and 401k Benefits
Duration:
Full-time Permanent | 90 Day Probationary Period Applies
Travel:
Yes
Job
Description:
SUMMARY
The Petroleum Product Tanker Driver's responsibilities include safe product handling, product quality assurance, and product transportation consistent with regulatory compliance and Company operating goals. The Petroleum Product Tanker Driver is responsible for the pick-up and the drop-off of a specified liquid or gas. The driver must keep the truck properly maintained and must follow all safe driving regulations.
WE OFFER:
- Competitive Compensation with Attractive Annual Earnings DOE
- We Pay Our Drivers Overtime!
- Petroleum Driver Training Program
- Paid Vacation
- Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan
- Comprehensive Vision Insurance Plan
- Comprehensive Dental Insurance Plan
- Life Insurance Plan
- 401k Savings Program
- Employee Recognition Bonus Program
- Good Driver Reward Program
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Transports deliveries in a safe, responsible manner and in accordance with company policy and applicable State & Federal regulations.
- Applies knowledge and abilities to safely load and unload deliveries according to the capacity of the load and content description.
- Processes and maintains proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation and submits in a timely manner.
- Maintains communication with dispatch as to any delays or issues during route/shift.
- Provides good customer service and maintains a professional manner and appearance to enhance the company's image.
- Performs a daily DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspection checklist, informing maintenance personnel of any issues.
- Maintains a daily, legible DOT log book and submits logbooks as required by company policy. Maintains vehicle in a neat and tidy manner.
- Reports all accidents/damages/malfunctions immediately to management as per company policy and procedure.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must hold a valid Class A CDL with TWIC, HAZMAT, and Tank Endorsement
- Senior driver considered after 5th year of tanker driving experience
- Minimum of 24 months commercial driving experience
- No more than 2 major moving violations within a 3 year period
- No more than 2 accidents within a 3 year period
- DOT Drug Screening required
- No Felony convictions
- No DUI's/ DWI's within the last 7 years
- No positive or refused drug or alcohol tests
- Current Medical Examiner's Certificate
- Must be 23 Years of age or older
- Ability to conduct all operations in a safe manner
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a regular, full-time basis without restrictions
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend the English language.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Other duties as may be assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to perform repetitive motion activities throughout the day
- Requires getting into and out of the truck frequently
- Must be able to lift and/or move 75 lbs on a regular basis
- Must be able to work 10-12 hours per day, 5 days/week
- Drug and Alcohol screening required
- Full background check required
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
- The employee must able to sit for an average of 65-75% of working hours
- The employee will be regularly exposed to very dusty and noisy conditions
- The employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions
- The employee may be exposed to chemicals used in the process
- Working conditions require work weeks that may consist of more than 40 hours or shift work. A tanker driver must also be physically able to load and unload the tanker.
THIS APPLICATION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT but is merely intended to evaluate suitability for employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity for employment to all qualified persons without discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under state or federal law. It is also our policy to conduct pre-employment drug screenings and full background checks upon offer of employment and before employment and any training begins. If a job offer is made, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and satisfactory background check.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE) STATEMENT
We value the diverse backgrounds of our people.
At Humboldt Pacific, LLC we work to create an open atmosphere of trust, honesty and respect. Harassment or discrimination of any kind - including that involving race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other similarly protected status - is unacceptable. This principle applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, transfer, promotion, layoff, recall, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.
We recruit, process and assign all applicants on the basis of their qualifications for the particular job, and we do so without regard to any factor unrelated to their ability to fulfill job requirements. Humboldt Pacific, LLC will only accept customer requests for temporary or permanent help that meets our standards.
To comply with applicable laws and ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee, unless undue hardship would result.
Our company further recognizes that the effective application of a policy of merit employment involves more than just policy statement and will, therefore, Humboldt Pacific, LLC undertakes a program of affirmative action to make known that equal employment opportunities are available on the basis of individual merit and to encourage all persons to seek employment with our company and to strive for advancement on this basis.
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