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Transportation Petroleum Jobs (NOW HIRING)

DRIVER, Petroleum

Canon City, CO · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

PETROLEUM DRIVERS NEEDED Acorn Petroleum, operating in Colorado, is currently looking for several delivery drivers. We are filling positions with class "A & "B" hazmat/tanker endorsed CDL drivers.

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How much do transportation petroleum jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for transportation petroleum in the United States is $26.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transportation petroleum professional?

Transportation petroleum jobs involve the movement of petroleum products such as crude oil, gasoline, diesel, and other fuels from production sites to refineries, storage facilities, and ultimately to end users. These jobs can include positions such as truck drivers, pipeline operators, rail transport coordinators, and logistics managers. Workers in this field ensure that petroleum products are safely and efficiently transported while complying with environmental and safety regulations. The work may involve operating specialized vehicles, monitoring transport equipment, and managing schedules and documentation. Overall, these roles are critical to maintaining the flow of energy resources in the economy.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a transportation petroleum professional?

To thrive as a Transportation Petroleum professional, you need knowledge of hazardous materials handling, DOT regulations, and a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), often with HAZMAT and tanker endorsements. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and fuel management software is typically required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication are vital soft skills for safety and efficiency. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure regulatory compliance, safe fuel transport, and reliable delivery in a high-risk industry.

What are common challenges faced by transportation petroleum professionals, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in transportation petroleum roles often encounter challenges such as strict safety regulations, managing hazardous materials, and coordinating logistics to ensure timely deliveries. Navigating changing weather conditions, maintaining compliance with environmental standards, and handling emergency response situations are also key aspects of the job. Staying up-to-date with industry best practices, participating in regular safety training, and fostering clear communication with dispatchers and team members can help manage these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Transportation Petroleum vs Transportation Oil and Gas?

AspectTransportation PetroleumTransportation Oil and Gas
CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), Hazmat EndorsementCDL, Hazmat Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement
Work EnvironmentRoads, highways, fuel depotsOil fields, refineries, pipelines
Industry UsagePrimarily fuels and petroleum productsCrude oil, natural gas, refined products

Transportation Petroleum and Transportation Oil and Gas both involve transporting energy resources, but Transportation Petroleum focuses on fuels and refined petroleum products, while Transportation Oil and Gas deals with crude oil and natural gas. The certifications and work environments overlap significantly, but the specific cargo and industry focus differ.

How to become a transportation petroleum driver?

To become a transportation petroleum driver, you typically need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a hazardous materials endorsement, which requires passing written and skills tests. Prior driving experience, knowledge of safety protocols, and sometimes a clean driving record are also important qualifications in this industry.
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Infographic showing various Transportation Petroleum job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 43% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,393 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Transportation Delivery Driver

Dead River Company

Bellows Falls, VT • On-site

$23 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Dead River Company rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 366 rated logistics


Job description

Join Our Team - Find Your Future!

$23.00 to $35.00 an Hour - Depending on Experience

Position Summary:

Safely, efficiently, and courteously transports petroleum products to company operations and commercial accounts to assure a high level of customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions:

  1. Performs a vehicle inspection check of the transport vehicle on a daily basis reporting any items needing repair to dispatch.
  2. Safely and timely loads truck, drives to delivery destination, and makes delivery according to federal and state regulations and company policy.
  3. Utilizes computerized technology according to company policy.
  4. Maintains a neat personal appearance including a clean uniform.
  5. Promotes good customer relations and a high standard of corporate image. This is achieved by maintaining clean trucks, and safe, courteous driving.
  6. Maintains a clean and organized truck stocked with appropriate tools, fittings, and safety equipment.
  7. Reports all accidents, spills, or wrong deliveries to the dispatcher.

Highly Competitive Compensation and Industry Leading Benefits- Paid weekly!

  • Health Insurance – Premiums as low as $6.41 for full time employees!
  • Dental insurance and Vision Insurance
  • Company Provided Life insurance, Short-term and Long-Term disability
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement for employees and Scholarships and grant for employee’s children
  • Discounts on our products and services
  • Work uniform and, boot and prescriptions safety glasses allowance
  • Paid Training at our State-of-the-art institute
  • Opportunity for growth!
  • Opportunities at Several Locations in MA, ME, NH, and VT

Other Tasks:

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Experience:

Delivery drivers must be at least 21 years of age. Previous truck driving experience is preferred.

Other Attributes Required:

This position requires dependability, commitment to exceptional customer service, ability to work independently, and the desire to work as part of a team Education A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Certification and Testing:

  • Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker and hazardous materials endorsement is required.
  • CETP training and certification is required to transport propane.
  • All transport drivers must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical.
  • All transport drivers are subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Contacts:

Drivers frequently deal with customers and other employees (dispatchers, service technicians, other drivers, and office personnel).

Decisions Made:

The driver makes decisions regarding route planning and whether to make a delivery based on safety issues and weather concerns. Other decisions are made with input from appropriate dispatch personnel.

Safety and Liability Considerations:

Safety considerations relate to safe operation of the transport truck and the safe and accurate transfer of petroleum products from the vehicle to the appropriate tank. Any accidents, spills, overfills, or wrong deliveries are immediately reported to the employee’s supervisor. Equipment Used Tractor and trailer, hose/nozzle, loading rack, wrenches, safety equipment (glasses, gloves, hard hat, shovel, speedy dry), and chock blocks.

Technology Used:

Drivers receive training in the use of an IPad that is used to track most aspects of product delivery and DOT regulations.

Work Environment:

Approximately 60%-80% of the time is spent driving the transport vehicle in all weather conditions. The remainder of the time is spent unloading and offloading product. Temperatures can vary from below zero to above 90 degrees, depending on the time of year. Since the job involves the delivery of liquid petroleum products there is exposure to fumes from these products. There is exposure to moderate truck and pump noise and vibration while driving.

Physical Requirements Analysis:

  • The position requires frequent sitting, occasional walking, and standing.
  • There is occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing.
  • There is frequent use of the hands/arms to reach, feel, handle, pull or lift.
  • There is frequent communication involving both talking and listening.

Weight or Force Moved:

Drivers must be able to pull a delivery hose (a weight of up to 75 lbs. - up to 75 feet an average of 2-5 times daily).


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