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Clean Harbors

Cross Border Class A Tanker Driver

Avenel, NJ · On-site

$15.63 - $41.54/hr

Clean Harbors is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to the Midwest and Canada and averages 60+hours per ...

Clean Harbors

Cross Border Class A Tanker Driver

Union, NJ · On-site

$15.63 - $41.54/hr

Clean Harbors is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to the Midwest and Canada and averages 60+hours per ...

Clean Harbors

Cross Border Class A Tanker Driver

Linden, NJ · On-site

$25.75 - $30/hr

Clean Harbors is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to the Midwest and Canada and averages 60+hours per ...

Trucking Edge LLC

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REGIONAL CDL CLASS A TANKER DRIVERS - IMMEDIATE HIRE

Linden, NJ · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

NOW HIRING: REGIONAL CDL A TANKER DRIVERS! Regional - Home Every Weekend $28-30/HR + Overtime After 40 Hours 60-70 Hours Per Week REQUIREMENTS: 1+ Year CDL A Experience A MUST 3+ Months Tanker ...

Safety-Kleen

Regional Class A Tanker Driver

Roselle, NJ

$66K/yr

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to NC, PA and MD and averages 60 hours ...

Safety-Kleen

Regional Class A Tanker Driver

Linden, NJ · On-site

$67K/yr

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to NC, PA and MD and averages 60 hours ...

Clean Harbors

Regional Class A Tanker Driver

Linden, NJ · On-site

$17.97 - $47.77/hr

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to NC, PA and MD and averages 60 hours ...

Safety-Kleen

Regional Class A Tanker Driver

Union, NJ · On-site

$17.97 - $47.77/hr

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to NC, PA and MD and averages 60 hours ...

Safety-Kleen

Regional Class A Tanker Driver

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$65K/yr

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to NC, PA and MD and averages 60 hours ...

Clean Harbors

Regional Class A Tanker Driver

Linden, NJ

$67K/yr

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to NC, PA and MD and averages 60 hours ...

Safety-Kleen

Regional Class A Tanker Driver

Elizabeth, NJ

$65K/yr

Clean Harbors/Safety-Kleen is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to NC, PA and MD and averages 60 hours ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for tankerman in New York is $28.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.30 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tankerman?

Tankermen are specialized maritime professionals responsible for the safe transfer of liquid cargo—such as oil, chemicals, or hazardous materials—on tank vessels like barges and ships. Their duties include operating pumps, supervising loading and unloading processes, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and maintaining equipment. Tankermen must be highly trained and typically require certification, as their work is critical to preventing spills and accidents during cargo operations.

What does a tankerman do?

As a tankerman, your duties involve overseeing the transfer and transport of liquid cargo on a barge, ship, or specialized tankboat. The primary responsibilities of a tankerman (variously referred to as an able-bodied tankerman or AB tankerman) are to ensure the safety of crew during loading and transport of the liquid freight. You may work with hazardous materials such as gases and other potentially explosive or toxic substances. You are responsible for inspecting and maintaining liquid transfer equipment onboard and onshore.

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

To thrive as a Tankerman, you need specialized knowledge in liquid cargo handling, safety protocols, and marine regulations, generally supported by a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with a Tankerman endorsement. Familiarity with cargo transfer systems, pumps, hoses, and relevant safety equipment is essential, along with compliance training such as HAZMAT and OSHA standards. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure are vital soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for safe, efficient cargo operations and to prevent environmental incidents or workplace accidents.

What are typical work schedules and living conditions like for a tankerman on inland or coastal vessels?

Tankermen often work in rotating shifts that can range from several days to weeks on board, followed by similar periods off. Living conditions on vessels are typically communal, with shared sleeping quarters and limited personal space, so adaptability and strong communication skills are important. The work can be physically demanding and requires adherence to strict safety and environmental protocols, but it also offers a structured routine and opportunities for advancement into supervisory or training roles. Teamwork is essential, as Tankermen collaborate closely with crew members and shore-based personnel during cargo operations.

What is the difference between Tankerman vs Deckhand?

AspectTankermanDeckhand
CertificationsSTCW Basic Safety Training, Tankerman CertificationSTCW Basic Safety Training, Basic Deckhand Certification
Work EnvironmentTank barges, tankers, chemical shipsGeneral cargo ships, tankers, offshore vessels
Job ResponsibilitiesHandling, transferring, and securing liquid cargoesGeneral deck duties, cargo handling, maintenance

Tankermen specialize in handling liquid cargoes and require specific certifications related to tank operations. Deckhands perform broader deck duties across various vessel types. While both roles work in maritime environments, Tankermen focus on cargo transfer safety and procedures, making their skills more specialized compared to Deckhands.

What qualifications do you need for a tankerman job?

Tankermen typically need a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with a Tankerman endorsement issued by the Coast Guard, along with relevant maritime experience and safety training. Basic safety certifications such as STCW and first aid are also required, and physical fitness is important due to the demanding environment.
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Cross Border Class A Tanker Driver

Clean Harbors

Elizabeth, NJ • On-site

$15.63 - $41.54/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Clean Harbors rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 154 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 92 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Clean Harbors is looking for a Regional Class A Tanker Driver to join their safety conscious team in Linden, NJ! This route runs from Linden, NJ to the Midwest and Canada and averages 60+hours per week. 

About the role:
Drivers average $90-$120K per year 
$7,500 sign-on-bonus available 
Weekly home time 
Compensation includes hourly wages (all on-duty non-driving time) 

 Why work for Clean Harbors? 
 Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5! 
Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment 
Group 401K with company matching component 
Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
Paid time off, company paid training, and tuition reimbursement Positive and safe work environments 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times Operates tractor trailer tanker units Adheres to weights and ensures proper utilization of the units Ensures proper loading and unloading of hazardous waste/non-hazardous waste; Properly secures the loads Placards vehicle in accordance to Company and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements/regulations Maintains daily logs, time sheets, expense reports, dispatch and trip reports as well as vehicle inspection reports 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Class A CDL 
  • Minimum 12 months of Class A driving experience
  • Minimum 3 months of tanker experience 
  • HAZMAT and Tanker endorsements 
  • Ability to climb and work from heights 
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs or more
  • Ability to effectively use required technology such as mobile applications and computer software 

 
For additional information about driver career opportunities, please call us at 72-Drive (833-723-7483). 
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547. 
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company. 
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. 
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Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Norwell, MA, US

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