Tanker Truck Driver
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.
At a Glance
Tanker Truck Driver earns an average of $41,600/yr. Top skills: Trenching, Mathematics, Oil Terminal.
$41,600/yr
Varies
Varies
N/A
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Median Wage
$57,440/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.0%
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (5)
Trenching
Oil Terminal
Excavation
Emergency Response
Daylighting
Common Skills (1)
Certifications (2)
Valid Driver's License
CDL Class B License
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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