I do tankers of liquid nitrogen. I can stand in a cloud of vapor so thick you can't see me and I can breath just fine. I like doing the non toxic, non explosive stuff. Although it is -350 degrees so there is risk of getting burned while pumping. Other tanker yanker PROS: the difference in the wind is huge compared to when I was doing reefer. I can hold on to the wheel with 1 hand in 60 mph wind and not have to worry about getting blown over. I also get half of my miles on my routes empty since there is no back haul. It is awesome flying up the steep hills going 70mph and accelerating like a car from stops. And not having to wait hours on end for dock workers to get me unloaded. No more appointment times! I get 20 bucks per stop and I'm in and out of a facility in like 45 minutes on average. Sometimes way faster or a lot longer because we fill nitrogen bulk tanks ranging from 500 gallons up to 15,000 gallons. A CON is having to stop at railroad crossings. It can be very dangerous on certain roads. Always watching my mirrors like a hawk so I don't get rear ended. And like he was saying, you get special attention from DOT because there is a certain quota they need to make per month for strictly hazmat haulers. Sometimes people get threatened by my truck too. I parked next to someone at Loves and he gets on the radio, "thanks for parking that bomb truck next to me!" And angrily moved to the back row. Or they call the police because I'm "leaking toxic gas" because there is a vent that slowly releases the pressure.
Dude it sounds awesome though! I just finished my first week at CDS. Getting my class A with tank, doubles and hazmat. In WA, it is illegal to pull triples. So that's out the window. But I'm so excited and nervous. I've never ever even driven a manual ANYTHING so it'll be fun to see how it plays out. I want to get into flammables. It's always cold here. 😅
Went to tanker straight out of cdl school. Made some damn good money. Spent a metric fucton of it on food, coffee and smokes too lol. Needs lots of patience!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Do shit right!!!!!!!! Here's some info. They paid the guys I trained with 10cpm more since they lived in Chicago. Full chem suit in Mississippi summer is no fun. Some customers are cool, some require strict adherence, do it all like it's the first time and you don't have to worry about who's cool. I did 5 years OTR and was essentially homeless. Save money. Get unlimited data plan and big screen phone. Get a fridge, freezer and microwave. Once in a while you can spoil yourself and take a shower. You wanna take a shower or you wanna make money? lol
Drove hazmat fuel tankers from 2003-2011. Plan on going back part time this year and for the next 9 until I retire from the railroad, then full time tanker in my retirement. Love it!
A few remarks on this video from someone who hauled fuel for various companies and locations for about 6 years (note that I’ve always been local and intrastate as a fuel hauler, usually working 10 to 12 hour shifts, five days per week, sometimes six). Most - possibly all - of your pros and cons vary greatly from company to company, and location to location, and even just by random chance (e.g., D.O.T. inspections). Regarding your list of pros: • *Pay:* As a fuel hauler I’ve been paid by the hour, by the mile, and by the load. As long as everything runs smoothly and without delays, each mode of pay _usually_ ends up comparable. But once you factor in delays (whether at the rack or on the road), getting paid by the hour will earn you more. I’ve also found that getting paid by the hour removes some stress and frustration because you’re getting paid for everything you do (e.g., pre- and post-trips, fueling the truck) - something that isn’t the case when getting paid by the load or the mile. In my experience, it’s not always true that hazmat tanker work is well paying. My worst rate of pay as a fuel hauler was $16/hr. straight time (meaning, no time & a half for overtime). The trucks at that particular company were nice, but the pay was worse than when I pulled dry vans. On the other hand, my best pay as a fuel hauler was close to $2K per week. Most of the time it was in between, and I averaged between $900 and $1100 weekly for local/home daily work. Another example of how differently companies pay: the co. I hauled fuel for by the mile did not offer loading pay, but did pay for unloading (usually gravity drops) - but it was only $5, while other companies in the same area paid drivers $15 to load and another $15 to unload. So again, pay depends partly on _how_ you’re getting paid (hourly, mileage, load or percentage), and partly on the company you’re working for. • *Fast and easy work:* This also depends on several factors. How fast loading is depends on what time of day you’re loading, since loading racks experience rush hour in the mornings and afternoons just as the roads around town do. If you’re a night shift driver, you might rarely have to wait behind someone to get loaded, whereas if you’re a day shift driver, it’s not unusual to have to wait for at least one or two trucks to load. How fast loading is also depends on the rack being loaded at, and whether it’s in a big city or a more rural area. Obviously, a large rack in a big city will have more trucks loading at it. Then again, it might also have more lane options for loading. The speed and ease of unloading fuel can also vary quite a bit depending on whether it’s a gravity drop (fast), or a pump job (slower). Also, metered hose reel work, where you’re delivering at least some of your fuel to farms and construction sites and truck yard equipment, can be real “milk runs” with dozens of deliveries per run/load. This is by far the most time-intensive and labor-intensive type of fuel hauling, IMO. • *Good equipment:* Here, too, this depends a lot on the company. Some companies are more diligent than others in terms of doing regular preventative maintenance. And some companies will replace older equipment sooner than others. Regarding the idea that tanker trailers don’t get as beat up as other types of trailers, that might be true overall, but make no mistake - tankers can and do get ragged out, especially after years of heavy round-the-clock use. And considering that fuel tanker trailers have many more mechanical parts than either dry or flatbed trailers (e.g., either pneumatic or cable-operated belly valve controls; Scully plugs and cables; loading head gaskets, fittings and levers; sight glasses; drop guns; hoses; wet lines; dome lid probes, etc.), there are *_many_* more chances for something to fail than in other types of trailer. • *Good benefits:* In my experience, you don’t necessarily get better benefits just because you’re hauling hazmat than if you’re hauling food or general freight or anything else. As with salary, what kind of benefits are offered depends on the employer. Regarding your list of cons: • *Harassment by the D.O.T.:* I feel the pain of anyone who gets pulled over for inspection multiple times in a month - or even a year. I can only speak from my own experience when I say this just hasn’t been an issue for me. In the six years I hauled fuel I rarely got pulled over for a roadside inspection. Same as the additional 7 years I hauled other types of freight. I’ve also known other hazmat drivers whose experience was like mine, and some whose experience was like yours. This is one reason I think this sort of thing often comes down to pure chance or dumb luck. Having said that, one thing I do think might help at least _reduce_ the chances of getting pulled over by D.O.T. is having a clean, newer truck and trailer, and also keeping your dashboard free of debris (this last one is more relevant when passing through scales). • *PPE / safety equipment:* At least as regards fuel, this is another subject where the requirements vary from company to company - both in terms of whom you’re driving for and the place(s) you’re loading at. Some loading racks require the flame resistant Nomex suits you’ve got, others don’t. Some don’t even require hardhats. It also matters what type of hazmat you’re handling and loading. I’ve never worked with chemicals or hot oil, so I don’t know what’s required and how consistent those requirements are across the board. I speak only from fuel hauling experience. • *No bulkheads in trailer:* Most of the tanker trailers I’ve pulled have had bulkheads, though a few haven’t. I agree with the comments in the video that pulling smooth bore tankers can make driving more interesting/challenging/dangerous. Still, in the scheme of things it’s probably not a big downside overall. The trickiest part, IMO, is timing your shifting to take advantage of the forward surge. Then again, more and more big trucks have automatics so even that issue might become a non-issue.
Amazing breakdown, I’m literally as we speak in the process of choosing either heniff transportation to haul iso or wdt to haul milk. Both tanker one hazmat the other isn’t (I’m sure you knew that) 1 pays by the mike the other % of line haul. If you could provide some color that would be great even tho you’ve actually done enough. Also I’d like to add, I have a company call western states petroleum that pays by the hr but I’d have to pay for my own CDL which isn’t a problem even tho I’d rather not.
I started tanker about a month ago. I love it, easiest job I've ever had but you you can't get complacent or you'll have a huge problem on your hands. One thing that I did notice right away compared to other jobs is the truck feels so much heavier. That took a little adjustment for me to get used to the weight sloshing around
@@johntrapp1090 it depends if your trailer has baffles. If you do have baffles then you won’t really notice it but without baffles and the load will knock you around a little bit when you come to a stop
@@moneyshot7785 one guy said he almost lost his tongue because he stopped and the surge must've hit him while he had his mouth open. He must've bit that thing hard
I'm going on two years of doing tankers, smooth bore mostly no bulkheads/baffles. I definitely agree with you it is a very enjoyable, and relaxing gig. I haul everything, chemicals of all sorts paints, cleaning products, lots of hazmat etc, etc, etc. Phoenix Arizona........hotttttttt, I dread getting sent there in the summer time.
Applied for a milk tanker job in South Australia. Had a phone interview. Now just waiting to hear back. I hope I get this. I hear tanker work is good pay.
You're a 100% right brother. I have been doing reefer for the past 3 years, it's decent money. Very frustrating at times. But a lot of times the pick ups/deliveries take a long time. 2, 3, or more hours. The shortest waiting for me that I can remember it was 1 1/2 hour. On top of that is usually after midnight. So I am thinking about switching, but still driving for sure. I definately would miss the road if I decided to go into a different direction. Thanks again for sharing this information brother.
Hi, I’m curious, do a lot of these oil drivers get laid off during certain times? How are the fumes? Do you come home smelling like a gas station? How are the hours? Are weekends mandatory? Any companies you would recommend? Is it better working for a fuel company as opposed to oil?
Unfortunately my big brother they do not pay detention time. Of course is does affect everything related to my schedule. Sometimes if is more than 3 hours they pay 45 an additional hour. I know is a big yoke. But what makes me feel a little better is that I am not the only one out there going through the same non sense. Thanks again BIG brother.
Made the switch to tanker...I love it..wish I started doing this from the start...I was an end dump driver for 3mths and a reefer driver for 2 months...relocating in a few months I'd have 4 months driving tankers at the time I move ...moving to Texas looking to continue working in this field...
e boogie How long did it take you to get used to the surge? I just finished school and I’m looking to go Tanker as well. Just worried about the learning curve. How much backing does Tanker do?
Kent Homes didn't take long to get used to the surge..not sure if it's because I'm hauling hot oil...but I take my time and I'm aware of the surge...so when in rush hour or going around curves I'm cautious...as far as backing I do little to none...but if you're hauling gas into has station I've heard some drivers mention having to back into those
@@MrPupilsdilated how is your back? Does the surge do a number on your back? Was thinking about applying for Oakley tank lines. However watching these videos making me a little nervous about becoming a tanker driver
Hello thanks for the info I've driven dry bulk tankers before with a hazmat and intrested in liquid....but not interested in those heavy hoses or climbing the tank again. Iam on the east coast but willing to move around a bit...lol...please in form me about unloading procedures. Thanks in advance for ur time
@@spurs5677 I'm in training now for tanker with schinder they had everyone in class spooked talking about roll overs but in my mind I'm like theirs lots of dudes out here doing tankers tho is it not that bad?
Hello brother I’m very interested into getting into tanker/Hazmat. I’m going to start out with Schneider since I’m currently in cdl school and they accept recent cdl graduates
No I actually went with TMC. I just graduated orientation today. Seen some people get sent back home while I was here but was a good experience. Not sure if I will get honor grad or not but I’m pretty confident.
Wow I forgot that I commented on this video years ago. A lot has happened since then. I did work at TMC and it was a decent opportunity. There were so things I didn’t like but I will say I made decent money and I got home every weekend. I just now started working at Eagle transportation here in Nc pulling tanker(fuel). I’m still being trained and this is my 3rd day so far and it’s pretty cool but a lot of things you have to remember pulling tanker it can be dangerous.
2-6 hour load/unloading is normal for bumping these docks... starting my own carrier this winter truck & trailer 100% independent...tired of pulling a box. plan to switch to a tanker setup
You guys in America are soo lucky to get jobs straight away after training, companies in Australia want you to have minimum 2 years driving experience so you would have to get into a company with the smaller trucks than move your way up to the semi's but than you need minimum 1-2 years driving experience driving the smaller trucks to be able to get that job too so people have to bullshit there way in now and learn as they go.
I'm flatbed and getting into milk tanker delivery. It'll be my first time hauling liquids, but with flatbed and a little van experience, I think I can pick it up fast. I didn't know hazmat got messed with by DOT so often : (( that's a good tip! I'll be regional and by the hour. Boy are you right! Better pay for lesser time!
I'm dry van now, however i'm thinking about getting my X endorsement and branching out into driving a tank. I'm tired of bumping docks. I'll need to find a company that will train and hire. Preferably not Shneider.
Midwest regional flatbed here. Its my first driving job. Its been a love hate relationship but greater than any job i have had before. I think I would like to either do tanker or heavy/oversized flatbed eventually.
i graduated from roadmaster last month and flying to Houston Sunday to Schneiders tanker division , i will be regional out of the Reserve, Louisiana terminal. I will be moving from New York to Baton Rouge. Really looking forward to get started
@@BigTruckerB Im in CDL school right now Im hear from my instructor that there's a damand for tanker drivers but all in all do you think its extremely dangerous work??
@@royfernandez3219 Knight is a very good company, only thing is they don't have a tankers division. But overall Knight is a smooth company. Have many terminals and most states. I get along with my driver manager and they don't force freight and you can take your home time anywhere you want.
12 years trucking, 5,5 tank. I hate trucking, but I can live with tanking. Mostly drive diesel to construction sites. Pros: you mainly deal with the customers, as long as you got the customer on the deal, the dispatcher will just have to get in line. I would rather drink gasoline and set my pi$$ on fire for fun than driving a single load of pallet goods ever again!!!
@@TheLegacy87 Some of the things I dislike would be the poor responsibility-salary correlation. You are responsible for pretty much everything except the weather, and I think they would prefer if they could blame that one on us as well... Another thing is the traffic that gets worse and worse every year. It seems as the more they put electronic assistance in cars the worse the average person gets when it comes to manouvering their car! And don't get me started on the additional work load; you start with a job that is 12 hrs per day when everything goes well, 13-14 when traffic or weather is bad, then you get paperwork on top of that: truck and trailer checkout, 2-5 deviation reports to be filled on average every day, hourly salary schedule, etc. etc.... Oh, and when you are so stressed out of your mind to make it in the legal max time some dispatcher comes and tells you to make "just a slight detour" to deliver something extra, since you probably don't have enough crap to do as it is.... As a new driver, my best advice would be to not accept just anything. Of course there will be better and worse days just like with any other job, but you'll see a trend when a truck owner will push you around just because he think it's fun and/or he thinks he can get away with it. That is the time when you should put in your notice and go find another employer. Because that is the one good thing about this line of work; there are plenty of jobs out there, you don't have to accept being treated like dirt. Good luck!
@@kundetjenesten Thanks for taking the time to give me some tips honestly appreciate that. And I love your boldness keep putting Jesus first brother, we all face trials but you can only win in the end with Christ in your corner. Keep the faith!
@@TheLegacy87 Amen to that! Christ really is the only hope there is, and honestly I'm shocked that some still look for hope in the world in these dark days at the end. But it was my pleasure to help if I in any way could. God bless you.
Wow, unlucky on the D.O.T. stops bud, I've been hauling gasoline for past 7 years full time, home every night, 3 loads a day, 300 miles, 10-12 hours, 5 days a week and have NEVER been pulled out of traffic for an inspection, and only been inspected on a scale visit 2 times, total, in 7 years....the company I work for does maintain nice equipment, and runs about 400 trucks primarily in the northeast....we make decent money, no complaints
I’m getting back on the road for my second year but I’m interested in tanker my first job for a small company was a bust so I’m ready to make real truck money. Any advice?
How's it.. Im a driver from Down under I haul petroleum and I gotta say it is hands down the Best career and decision I've made Everything about the job gets my vote. In saying that the only thing in my view that folks may find tough would be the shifts otherwise definitely the type of job to retire on as they say Down under Have a good one
Big con, don't haul milk, trust me. You don't get a dime for getting the milk pumped off at the dairy processing plant, which can be 2 hrs or more per load, adds up.... I switched to doubles. If I ever go back to tanker, it will be hauling fuel (gasoline/diesel) or chemicals; I have my haz mat
There's something that he did not mention. There's alot more to tanker then just driving. And if you are doing temperature sensitive loads you goto haul ass and get it delivered.
About to start trucking school with XPO Logistics in CA but going to move to Alabamer most likely when I get my class A. I want to work in the daytime @Sunday-Tuesday
any good tank company, that pays good anyway u will need 3 years experience,i dont care if i wait because i get paid hourly for all my waiting time,all delivery or pu are by appointment, i would rater drive a nail thogh my bag than pull a van of reefer
Hello everybody I would like to have your opinions please. Do you think it might be appropriate to pull a 2-axle or 3-axle chemical tank with a cascadia 2015-2016 with the following characteristics: - Motor: DD13 of 470 HP - Transmission: 13-speed manual, - Differential ratio: 3.58 - Wheelbase: 228 ‘’ - Front axle: 12,000 lbs - Rear axles: 40,000 lb - Suspension: Air 40000 Thank you for your opinions.
You are absolutely correct about getting harassed by DOT, when you haul any Hazmat you have a BIG bullseye on you back, whether on the road or going thru scales, Absolutely go with Food Grade if you want to not get harassed by the DOT, and would like to drive tankers
I drive hazmat tanker. I actually see van hazmat get harassed more. They actually go inside the trailer to make sure everything is strapped down. Can’t go inside the tanker. With tanker they usually wave me on by. If I do get stopped it’s just a typical inspection.
I drive hazmat in Iowa. Thankfully at night so they're rarely open. I would say I have a 50/50 chance of getting inspected at certain weight stations. They have a quota for hazmat trucks they have to meet every month.
I worked for Schneider it was a nightmare at the end of my short stint now I am trying greondyke but I hear is similar to Schneider so I think I am go do some yard moving for a while then see what I can do later on . Schnieder trailers were all messed up every trip was a problem
Nice video bro I really like how straightforward you are can you give me an advice as I am thinking in getting into this career of trucking specially hazmat because I wanna do it for the oil companies here in Texas what do you advise as far as which companies to go in and train with to get my CDL with hazmat and what should I look for for our training company
Hi big truckerb, just found your channel. I am interested in tank driving. Do you have any suggestions of where to find a job as a new driver. (preferably tank) I have a hazmat endorsement and plan on starting class next month. Thanks
I'm single, no kids, and a rolling stone. If I had three years of tanker experience, where would be the best $$$ place for me to be a hazmat chemical tanker? I heard you mentioned regional. For my flexible situation, do you suggested local, regional or OTR? I just want to make the most money and have no problem living in a truck. I'm a brand new CDL. And I was thinking about starting with Schneider. What are all of your thoughts?
Im a fuel hauler. If you have a Kenan Advantage Group in your area and don't mind delivering fuel to gas stations, they'll likely hire you. Consider them then the Swift of Fuel. They also seemingly employ the most females, if you are. Also, theres Indian River, Bynum for food grade OTR. Non baffled but an easy hire.
I can tell you what milk hauling is, as I've done it. It pays per load, which is fine if there's no line at the processing plant to get unloaded, but if you have to wait behind like 5 to 10 trucks to get unloaded, your hourly average just tanked. I was making $70/load, and would have to wait 2 to 3 hrs to get each one unloaded, so would make only $140 for a 12 hr day, that's less than $12/hr average. Don't haul milk, trust me
I just applied to Oakley tank lines out of Florida. I have 17 years driving van no experience driving tankers. Do you have any advice what I need to do or not when driving tankers? (Tips)
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Right out of Cdl school you might consider starting out in dry Freight somewhere then after two years experience go into entry level tankers. That’s my suggestion.
How do I start with this profession in currently a correctional officer and hate it. I would like too know whats the best way to go in order to get a cdl get a couple of years in probably 1 or 2 and then apply for a tanker driver position?? Please any advice information would help thank you
I’m a bus driver looking into Schneider as I try to began my tanker career what’s some of the better companies I should look into pay wise after my 3 to 6 month experience with them
I just want to be able to get my tanker I do it for 2 years so I can work down here in the State of Florida to be local delivering fuel to the gas stations cuz I know Speedway down here in Orlando just for driving their truck Nago throughout the State of Florida you only make 80 grand a year
Some of the dry bulk haulers also have liquid divisions and they will often hire you right out of CDL school if it’s an approved school, some companies will, some wont,you just have to do some research, Schneider of course hires anybody but they may not start you out on tanker right away
Devon Teller yes! I just stand on the latter. Sometimes you have to hook up a airline or open the dome lid to vent the trailer when unloading. I’m scared of hight, I don’t walk up there. F that!
Hello mate, what's the make and model of the fumes monitor? I work in Europe on hazmat Tanker and we do not use those devices. Can you make a video about the protective equipment that you have to use in USA
Oh man no joke that’s crazy dangerous not wearing h2s monitor. I use to do rig wash out in west Texas, pretty dangerous job. Out there if that monitor goes off and you breathe you’re done for. D.E.D. Dead
For 32yrs I have had a home every night job, hauled gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, propane , the last 10yrs I have had a transport job hauling hot oil emulsion make 50k a year and only work 21-26 weeks a year doing road const.. Super easy low stress work. Its like having 26wks paid vacation a year plus the 2wks vacation they give me every year with a full bene package that goes all year long.
@@Smooth00E I have one, from experience. Don't try milk hauling, you won't make any money, mainly due to the time you wait at the dairy processing plant to get unloaded. Everything else including loading is in your control, but unloading is where you lose your money I think fuel hauling is much better
@@FirebirdCamaro1220 Im doing milk tankers but switching to Hot Oil/ Asphalt tankers this week. The regular milk tankers make 1200 to 1500 every two weeks and the super tankers make 2200 to 3000+ every two weeks. Here in AZ
@@southernnc2327 That sounds about right. I only made like $700/week when I did it, also in AZ (Phoenix). 3 weeks was enough for me. I'm back driving tanker now, but dry bulk tanker, cement and fly ash powder. I'm averaging over $1,300/week, not bad
@@FirebirdCamaro1220 Thats really good. Im leaving the milking. Ive only been doing it since April. Do you know if the pay is accurate for the Hot Oil/Asphalt Tankers? They said it makes 1000 to 1500 a week. Some drivers make 1600. Does it sound about right?
I’m actually going to get my tanker endorsement. I have my doubles and hazmat already. I currently work for a contractor for fed ex ground but doesn’t pay good and I’m trying to get my own place soon so I’m taking the leap to tanker soon.
@@remainhumble6713 really? I'm doing good, I have a dedicated run (446 paid miles per day round trip), home daily, and making $1,156/week before taxes ($902 take home)
I work local, 5 days/w ,& I earn 119k per year. Health insurance paid both for me and my family. Hotel/food paid from company for every night spent out. I'm on salary and I'm happy to work here
I’m in CDL school. I’m getting the hazmat and tanker endorsement. As you know passing a test is different then doing it in the real world. Question. Do most companies who know your straight out school. Are they going to show exactly what to do? Thx for input
For the most part yes, just pay attention. Put safety first tho in anything you do. Depending on the company you go work for they’ll have someone with experience to show you. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, you learn something new everyday in trucking. When backing take your time go as slow as possible, don’t try to follow what other drivers do. Get out and look if you aren’t sure. Take your time on ramps and curves.
That’s funny I was looking into this company. I’m currently hauling fuel but want to go owner op. Can you send me more info on this company and what they pay?
Drove hazmat tanker for highway transport for 6mo. Manager was shady and when he was getting audited, he threw me under the bus and I started blowing the whistle. I finally resigned and when the next employer (dryvan) contacted them. Highway transport said I was fired and not rehire able but wouldn't say why. Thought about going after them legally for that but left it alone. Now, I'm thinking about going back into tanking but not sure how my past experience would affect that. Let me know what you think I can do with my 3 years driving experience.
I really appreciate your video! I need advice..... I've had my CDL for about a year and a half, BUT, I've only driven about 3 months. I live in East Mesa AZ, Is there a company who would hire me to drive a tanker truck (with expected more company training of course) if I go ahead and get my Hazmat endorsement? Thanks in advance!!!
It depends on the company. Some companies require experienced drivers some don't. But as an unexperienced driver your pay will be quite low first 3-4 months or may be a year.
I heard liquid trucking gives rookies a chance. If you do dry van for 6 months to a year it will open a lot of doors. I got my job with 1 year experience even though they said they "required" 2 years in the posting. They might still give you a chance if they really need help.
I do tankers of liquid nitrogen. I can stand in a cloud of vapor so thick you can't see me and I can breath just fine. I like doing the non toxic, non explosive stuff. Although it is -350 degrees so there is risk of getting burned while pumping.
Other tanker yanker PROS: the difference in the wind is huge compared to when I was doing reefer. I can hold on to the wheel with 1 hand in 60 mph wind and not have to worry about getting blown over.
I also get half of my miles on my routes empty since there is no back haul. It is awesome flying up the steep hills going 70mph and accelerating like a car from stops.
And not having to wait hours on end for dock workers to get me unloaded. No more appointment times! I get 20 bucks per stop and I'm in and out of a facility in like 45 minutes on average. Sometimes way faster or a lot longer because we fill nitrogen bulk tanks ranging from 500 gallons up to 15,000 gallons.
A CON is having to stop at railroad crossings. It can be very dangerous on certain roads. Always watching my mirrors like a hawk so I don't get rear ended. And like he was saying, you get special attention from DOT because there is a certain quota they need to make per month for strictly hazmat haulers.
Sometimes people get threatened by my truck too. I parked next to someone at Loves and he gets on the radio, "thanks for parking that bomb truck next to me!" And angrily moved to the back row. Or they call the police because I'm "leaking toxic gas" because there is a vent that slowly releases the pressure.
my guy really did all that work to move another row
Dude it sounds awesome though! I just finished my first week at CDS. Getting my class A with tank, doubles and hazmat. In WA, it is illegal to pull triples. So that's out the window. But I'm so excited and nervous. I've never ever even driven a manual ANYTHING so it'll be fun to see how it plays out. I want to get into flammables. It's always cold here. 😅
Same and I live in AZ 🔥
Lmao thanks for parking that bomb next to me
Good lord why would you have your CB on in a truck stop?
Went to tanker straight out of cdl school. Made some damn good money. Spent a metric fucton of it on food, coffee and smokes too lol. Needs lots of patience!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Do shit right!!!!!!!!
Here's some info. They paid the guys I trained with 10cpm more since they lived in Chicago. Full chem suit in Mississippi summer is no fun. Some customers are cool, some require strict adherence, do it all like it's the first time and you don't have to worry about who's cool.
I did 5 years OTR and was essentially homeless. Save money. Get unlimited data plan and big screen phone. Get a fridge, freezer and microwave. Once in a while you can spoil yourself and take a shower. You wanna take a shower or you wanna make money? lol
Drove hazmat fuel tankers from 2003-2011. Plan on going back part time this year and for the next 9 until I retire from the railroad, then full time tanker in my retirement. Love it!
Does the risk of explosion ever concern you?
@@Essays4College nothing could really cause it to explode on its own tbh lol
@@OneSvT Why does it explode when the truck flips on its side?
@@Essays4College I'm talking about normal driving, it won't explode on its own. Flipping it is a different story.
How to get started in hauling fuel?
A few remarks on this video from someone who hauled fuel for various companies and locations for about 6 years (note that I’ve always been local and intrastate as a fuel hauler, usually working 10 to 12 hour shifts, five days per week, sometimes six).
Most - possibly all - of your pros and cons vary greatly from company to company, and location to location, and even just by random chance (e.g., D.O.T. inspections).
Regarding your list of pros:
• *Pay:*
As a fuel hauler I’ve been paid by the hour, by the mile, and by the load. As long as everything runs smoothly and without delays, each mode of pay _usually_ ends up comparable. But once you factor in delays (whether at the rack or on the road), getting paid by the hour will earn you more. I’ve also found that getting paid by the hour removes some stress and frustration because you’re getting paid for everything you do (e.g., pre- and post-trips, fueling the truck) - something that isn’t the case when getting paid by the load or the mile.
In my experience, it’s not always true that hazmat tanker work is well paying. My worst rate of pay as a fuel hauler was $16/hr. straight time (meaning, no time & a half for overtime). The trucks at that particular company were nice, but the pay was worse than when I pulled dry vans. On the other hand, my best pay as a fuel hauler was close to $2K per week. Most of the time it was in between, and I averaged between $900 and $1100 weekly for local/home daily work.
Another example of how differently companies pay: the co. I hauled fuel for by the mile did not offer loading pay, but did pay for unloading (usually gravity drops) - but it was only $5, while other companies in the same area paid drivers $15 to load and another $15 to unload.
So again, pay depends partly on _how_ you’re getting paid (hourly, mileage, load or percentage), and partly on the company you’re working for.
• *Fast and easy work:*
This also depends on several factors. How fast loading is depends on what time of day you’re loading, since loading racks experience rush hour in the mornings and afternoons just as the roads around town do. If you’re a night shift driver, you might rarely have to wait behind someone to get loaded, whereas if you’re a day shift driver, it’s not unusual to have to wait for at least one or two trucks to load.
How fast loading is also depends on the rack being loaded at, and whether it’s in a big city or a more rural area. Obviously, a large rack in a big city will have more trucks loading at it. Then again, it might also have more lane options for loading.
The speed and ease of unloading fuel can also vary quite a bit depending on whether it’s a gravity drop (fast), or a pump job (slower). Also, metered hose reel work, where you’re delivering at least some of your fuel to farms and construction sites and truck yard equipment, can be real “milk runs” with dozens of deliveries per run/load. This is by far the most time-intensive and labor-intensive type of fuel hauling, IMO.
• *Good equipment:*
Here, too, this depends a lot on the company. Some companies are more diligent than others in terms of doing regular preventative maintenance. And some companies will replace older equipment sooner than others.
Regarding the idea that tanker trailers don’t get as beat up as other types of trailers, that might be true overall, but make no mistake - tankers can and do get ragged out, especially after years of heavy round-the-clock use. And considering that fuel tanker trailers have many more mechanical parts than either dry or flatbed trailers (e.g., either pneumatic or cable-operated belly valve controls; Scully plugs and cables; loading head gaskets, fittings and levers; sight glasses; drop guns; hoses; wet lines; dome lid probes, etc.), there are *_many_* more chances for something to fail than in other types of trailer.
• *Good benefits:*
In my experience, you don’t necessarily get better benefits just because you’re hauling hazmat than if you’re hauling food or general freight or anything else. As with salary, what kind of benefits are offered depends on the employer.
Regarding your list of cons:
• *Harassment by the D.O.T.:*
I feel the pain of anyone who gets pulled over for inspection multiple times in a month - or even a year. I can only speak from my own experience when I say this just hasn’t been an issue for me. In the six years I hauled fuel I rarely got pulled over for a roadside inspection. Same as the additional 7 years I hauled other types of freight. I’ve also known other hazmat drivers whose experience was like mine, and some whose experience was like yours. This is one reason I think this sort of thing often comes down to pure chance or dumb luck.
Having said that, one thing I do think might help at least _reduce_ the chances of getting pulled over by D.O.T. is having a clean, newer truck and trailer, and also keeping your dashboard free of debris (this last one is more relevant when passing through scales).
• *PPE / safety equipment:*
At least as regards fuel, this is another subject where the requirements vary from company to company - both in terms of whom you’re driving for and the place(s) you’re loading at. Some loading racks require the flame resistant Nomex suits you’ve got, others don’t. Some don’t even require hardhats.
It also matters what type of hazmat you’re handling and loading. I’ve never worked with chemicals or hot oil, so I don’t know what’s required and how consistent those requirements are across the board. I speak only from fuel hauling experience.
• *No bulkheads in trailer:*
Most of the tanker trailers I’ve pulled have had bulkheads, though a few haven’t. I agree with the comments in the video that pulling smooth bore tankers can make driving more interesting/challenging/dangerous. Still, in the scheme of things it’s probably not a big downside overall. The trickiest part, IMO, is timing your shifting to take advantage of the forward surge. Then again, more and more big trucks have automatics so even that issue might become a non-issue.
Best breakdown on the net! Thank you!
Amazing breakdown, I’m literally as we speak in the process of choosing either heniff transportation to haul iso or wdt to haul milk. Both tanker one hazmat the other isn’t (I’m sure you knew that) 1 pays by the mike the other % of line haul. If you could provide some color that would be great even tho you’ve actually done enough.
Also I’d like to add, I have a company call western states petroleum that pays by the hr but I’d have to pay for my own CDL which isn’t a problem even tho I’d rather not.
Wow great job breaking it dn bc his video did not do a job.
I started tanker about a month ago. I love it, easiest job I've ever had but you you can't get complacent or you'll have a huge problem on your hands. One thing that I did notice right away compared to other jobs is the truck feels so much heavier. That took a little adjustment for me to get used to the weight sloshing around
A small problem can turn into a huge problem quickly, should it not be handled correctly.
Is the surge as bad as they say it is
@@johntrapp1090 it depends if your trailer has baffles. If you do have baffles then you won’t really notice it but without baffles and the load will knock you around a little bit when you come to a stop
@@moneyshot7785 one guy said he almost lost his tongue because he stopped and the surge must've hit him while he had his mouth open. He must've bit that thing hard
Thank you for being honest about tankers, I'm looking to go get into it.
I'm going on two years of doing tankers, smooth bore mostly no bulkheads/baffles. I definitely agree with you it is a very enjoyable, and relaxing gig. I haul everything, chemicals of all sorts paints, cleaning products, lots of hazmat etc, etc, etc. Phoenix Arizona........hotttttttt, I dread getting sent there in the summer time.
Applied for a milk tanker job in South Australia. Had a phone interview. Now just waiting to hear back. I hope I get this. I hear tanker work is good pay.
You're a 100% right brother. I have been doing reefer for the past 3 years, it's decent money. Very frustrating at times. But a lot of times the pick ups/deliveries take a long time. 2, 3, or more hours. The shortest waiting for me that I can remember it was 1 1/2 hour. On top of that is usually after midnight. So I am thinking about switching, but still driving for sure. I definately would miss the road if I decided to go into a different direction. Thanks again for sharing this information brother.
Alexandre Maurent they don’t pay u for wait time? Does it affect your clock?
Hi, I’m curious, do a lot of these oil drivers get laid off during certain times? How are the fumes? Do you come home smelling like a gas station? How are the hours? Are weekends mandatory? Any companies you would recommend? Is it better working for a fuel company as opposed to oil?
Unfortunately my big brother they do not pay detention time. Of course is does affect everything related to my schedule. Sometimes if is more than 3 hours they pay 45 an additional hour. I know is a big yoke. But what makes me feel a little better is that I am not the only one out there going through the same non sense. Thanks again BIG brother.
Made the switch to tanker...I love it..wish I started doing this from the start...I was an end dump driver for 3mths and a reefer driver for 2 months...relocating in a few months I'd have 4 months driving tankers at the time I move ...moving to Texas looking to continue working in this field...
e boogie How long did it take you to get used to the surge? I just finished school and I’m looking to go Tanker as well. Just worried about the learning curve. How much backing does Tanker do?
Kent Homes didn't take long to get used to the surge..not sure if it's because I'm hauling hot oil...but I take my time and I'm aware of the surge...so when in rush hour or going around curves I'm cautious...as far as backing I do little to none...but if you're hauling gas into has station I've heard some drivers mention having to back into those
@@MrPupilsdilated how is your back? Does the surge do a number on your back?
Was thinking about applying for Oakley tank lines. However watching these videos making me a little nervous about becoming a tanker driver
You speak very. Thanks for getting to the point and staying on topic
Dorky Dancer Very what?
Hello thanks for the info
I've driven dry bulk tankers before with a hazmat and intrested in liquid....but not interested in those heavy hoses or climbing the tank again. Iam on the east coast but willing to move around a bit...lol...please in form me about unloading procedures. Thanks in advance for ur time
I'm about to start tanker hauling diesel ethanol gas local next week, pretty excited
Did you quit????
Pretty goood!!! Haven't quit or crossed dropped yet doing pretty well
@@spurs5677 I'm in training now for tanker with schinder they had everyone in class spooked talking about roll overs but in my mind I'm like theirs lots of dudes out here doing tankers tho is it not that bad?
@@spurs5677 wow havent crossed dropped yet. GOOD JOB.
PAY ATTENTION TO ROLL OVERS. EASY TO DO IF YOU DONT PAY ATTENTION
OTR Tanker driving is dope...I am local now with drop & hooks all evening which is cool but I miss tanker driving ..
Hello brother I’m very interested into getting into tanker/Hazmat. I’m going to start out with Schneider since I’m currently in cdl school and they accept recent cdl graduates
Odie Miller did u join Schneider yet?
No I actually went with TMC. I just graduated orientation today. Seen some people get sent back home while I was here but was a good experience. Not sure if I will get honor grad or not but I’m pretty confident.
Odie Miller did you get a job yet??
@@Obcda1 how is it so far bro?!
Wow I forgot that I commented on this video years ago. A lot has happened since then. I did work at TMC and it was a decent opportunity. There were so things I didn’t like but I will say I made decent money and I got home every weekend. I just now started working at Eagle transportation here in Nc pulling tanker(fuel). I’m still being trained and this is my 3rd day so far and it’s pretty cool but a lot of things you have to remember pulling tanker it can be dangerous.
2-6 hour load/unloading is normal for bumping these docks... starting my own carrier this winter truck & trailer 100% independent...tired of pulling a box. plan to switch to a tanker setup
You guys in America are soo lucky to get jobs straight away after training, companies in Australia want you to have minimum 2 years driving experience so you would have to get into a company with the smaller trucks than move your way up to the semi's but than you need minimum 1-2 years driving experience driving the smaller trucks to be able to get that job too so people have to bullshit there way in now and learn as they go.
I just got a job with Marothon Petroleum down in Tucson AZ making my move next week hopefully I can handle the heat.
How ya doing with it? I just had a interview with with Marathon this past Thursday, I have been with 7up driving for 12 years. Hope I land that job.
Mate, your video just helped me to make my mind up whether to accept a job I have been offered. Thank you for your efforts!
I'm flatbed and getting into milk tanker delivery. It'll be my first time hauling liquids, but with flatbed and a little van experience, I think I can pick it up fast. I didn't know hazmat got messed with by DOT so often : (( that's a good tip! I'll be regional and by the hour. Boy are you right! Better pay for lesser time!
Don't haul milk, you get paid by the load, so if you have to wait to get unloaded like I always did, you don't make any money
I don’t mind waiting . Straight chilling .
Goto make sure you vent the trailer unloading and loading, can't over fill it. Can't load the wrong product in the wrong tank.
wow glad Im retired do any of you know what the f**k your doing
You live in Phoenix? I'm moving to Casa Grande. Thanks for the info. I want to drive a fuel tanker as soon as I get my CDL and endorsements.
I'm dry van now, however i'm thinking about getting my X endorsement and branching out into driving a tank. I'm tired of bumping docks. I'll need to find a company that will train and hire. Preferably not Shneider.
Try Prime Inc Food Grade Tanker
@@tre_4 smooth bore has a lot of surge. Go for crude or fuel.
I’m starting with Guillory in a few weeks out of La. Been trucking since 99. But tanker will be a new deal for me.
Midwest regional flatbed here. Its my first driving job. Its been a love hate relationship but greater than any job i have had before. I think I would like to either do tanker or heavy/oversized flatbed eventually.
💯 right about D.O.T....I got checked twice in Georgia once in Pennsylvania and again in Indiana all in the same month by the way 😡
So DOT is doing their job what's the problem?
Tanker hazmat
4 months exp
$16 per hour pay
Hauling drilling fluids
oil base mud and sometimes diesel
I drive tankers now for a over the road company but I thinking about doing gas down the line
It’s not hard was doing crude oil for 3 just started doing it took two weeks training not hard at all
i graduated from roadmaster last month and flying to Houston Sunday to Schneiders tanker division , i will be regional out of the Reserve, Louisiana terminal. I will be moving from New York to Baton Rouge. Really looking forward to get started
@@BigTruckerB Im from Louisiana and I hear that they need Tanker drivers bad us the pay really worth it??
@@BigTruckerB Im in CDL school right now Im hear from my instructor that there's a damand for tanker drivers but all in all do you think its extremely dangerous work??
Damn its a small world George. #Class45InTheHouse! Hope Schneider going good for you
Make sure you claim bullet-proof vest on taxes
@@johnnykurplutzo6789 what?
I'll start my orientation for Schneider tankers division on Monday. I'm currently driving for Knight.
Joker Smooth how do you like knight?
@@royfernandez3219 Knight is a very good company, only thing is they don't have a tankers division. But overall Knight is a smooth company. Have many terminals and most states. I get along with my driver manager and they don't force freight and you can take your home time anywhere you want.
@@captainmaurice Hey bud! You still driving for Schenider? Thx
@@emreeroglu8519 no I returned to Knight but thanking about retry the tanker
@@captainmaurice Thanks for your response. I am soon to retire from the Army and thinking about driving tankers for Schenider. At least a year or so
Regional so you was home pretty much every day. I guess I would start off otr but I think regional is a great for me
5 months 45k update 53k from june to 12-31
Net or gross?
12 years trucking, 5,5 tank. I hate trucking, but I can live with tanking. Mostly drive diesel to construction sites. Pros: you mainly deal with the customers, as long as you got the customer on the deal, the dispatcher will just have to get in line.
I would rather drink gasoline and set my pi$$ on fire for fun than driving a single load of pallet goods ever again!!!
Whats some of the things that you disliked about trucking. I'm looking into getting my CDL A and could use some tips from experienced drivers.
@@TheLegacy87 Some of the things I dislike would be the poor responsibility-salary correlation. You are responsible for pretty much everything except the weather, and I think they would prefer if they could blame that one on us as well...
Another thing is the traffic that gets worse and worse every year. It seems as the more they put electronic assistance in cars the worse the average person gets when it comes to manouvering their car!
And don't get me started on the additional work load; you start with a job that is 12 hrs per day when everything goes well, 13-14 when traffic or weather is bad, then you get paperwork on top of that: truck and trailer checkout, 2-5 deviation reports to be filled on average every day, hourly salary schedule, etc. etc....
Oh, and when you are so stressed out of your mind to make it in the legal max time some dispatcher comes and tells you to make "just a slight detour" to deliver something extra, since you probably don't have enough crap to do as it is....
As a new driver, my best advice would be to not accept just anything. Of course there will be better and worse days just like with any other job, but you'll see a trend when a truck owner will push you around just because he think it's fun and/or he thinks he can get away with it. That is the time when you should put in your notice and go find another employer. Because that is the one good thing about this line of work; there are plenty of jobs out there, you don't have to accept being treated like dirt.
Good luck!
@@kundetjenesten Thanks for taking the time to give me some tips honestly appreciate that. And I love your boldness keep putting Jesus first brother, we all face trials but you can only win in the end with Christ in your corner. Keep the faith!
@@TheLegacy87 Amen to that! Christ really is the only hope there is, and honestly I'm shocked that some still look for hope in the world in these dark days at the end.
But it was my pleasure to help if I in any way could.
God bless you.
Wow, unlucky on the D.O.T. stops bud, I've been hauling gasoline for past 7 years full time, home every night, 3 loads a day, 300 miles, 10-12 hours, 5 days a week and have NEVER been pulled out of traffic for an inspection, and only been inspected on a scale visit 2 times, total, in 7 years....the company I work for does maintain nice equipment, and runs about 400 trucks primarily in the northeast....we make decent money, no complaints
What company is it ?
What time is a tanker driver usually home each night? What are some normal hours?
I’m getting back on the road for my second year but I’m interested in tanker my first job for a small company was a bust so I’m ready to make real truck money. Any advice?
How's it.. Im a driver from Down under I haul petroleum and I gotta say it is hands down the Best career and decision I've made
Everything about the job gets my vote. In saying that the only thing in my view that folks may find tough would be the shifts otherwise definitely the type of job to retire on as they say Down under
Have a good one
Big con, don't haul milk, trust me. You don't get a dime for getting the milk pumped off at the dairy processing plant, which can be 2 hrs or more per load, adds up....
I switched to doubles. If I ever go back to tanker, it will be hauling fuel (gasoline/diesel) or chemicals; I have my haz mat
There's something that he did not mention. There's alot more to tanker then just driving. And if you are doing temperature sensitive loads you goto haul ass and get it delivered.
HIT Lines
I live in Mesa AZ, I am going to school for a CDL. I want to drive for Gemini or Lone Star I think.
Thanks again BIG brother.
About to start trucking school with XPO Logistics in CA but going to move to Alabamer most likely when I get my class A. I want to work in the daytime @Sunday-Tuesday
any good tank company, that pays good anyway u will need 3 years experience,i dont care if i wait because i get paid hourly for all my waiting time,all delivery or pu are by appointment, i would rater drive a nail thogh my bag than pull a van of reefer
How far do you drive is it a d dedicated acct …? Are you Otr …? Local..?
Hello everybody
I would like to have your opinions please. Do you think it might be appropriate to pull a 2-axle or 3-axle chemical tank with a cascadia 2015-2016 with the following characteristics:
- Motor: DD13 of 470 HP
- Transmission: 13-speed manual,
- Differential ratio: 3.58
- Wheelbase: 228 ‘’
- Front axle: 12,000 lbs
- Rear axles: 40,000 lb
- Suspension: Air 40000
Thank you for your opinions.
X endorsement, new driver. Want to do hazmat after I get some experience.
You are absolutely correct about getting harassed by DOT, when you haul any Hazmat you have a BIG bullseye on you back, whether on the road or going thru scales, Absolutely go with Food Grade if you want to not get harassed by the DOT, and would like to drive tankers
I drive hazmat tanker. I actually see van hazmat get harassed more. They actually go inside the trailer to make sure everything is strapped down. Can’t go inside the tanker. With tanker they usually wave me on by. If I do get stopped it’s just a typical inspection.
I drive hazmat in Iowa. Thankfully at night so they're rarely open. I would say I have a 50/50 chance of getting inspected at certain weight stations. They have a quota for hazmat trucks they have to meet every month.
David Beaver , Good Info Brother. I Will Keep This In Mind.
I worked for Schneider it was a nightmare at the end of my short stint now I am trying greondyke but I hear is similar to Schneider so I think I am go do some yard moving for a while then see what I can do later on . Schnieder trailers were all messed up every trip was a problem
Nice video bro I really like how straightforward you are can you give me an advice as I am thinking in getting into this career of trucking specially hazmat because I wanna do it for the oil companies here in Texas what do you advise as far as which companies to go in and train with to get my CDL with hazmat and what should I look for for our training company
I'm a flatbed driver. I always wanted to move to AZ. But I was told that trucking is not a big thing in AZ. Is that true?
Hi big truckerb, just found your channel. I am interested in tank driving. Do you have any suggestions of where to find a job
as a new driver. (preferably tank) I have a hazmat endorsement and plan on starting class next month. Thanks
I'm single, no kids, and a rolling stone. If I had three years of tanker experience, where would be the best $$$ place for me to be a hazmat chemical tanker? I heard you mentioned regional. For my flexible situation, do you suggested local, regional or OTR? I just want to make the most money and have no problem living in a truck. I'm a brand new CDL. And I was thinking about starting with Schneider. What are all of your thoughts?
Im a fuel hauler. If you have a Kenan Advantage Group in your area and don't mind delivering fuel to gas stations, they'll likely hire you. Consider them then the Swift of Fuel. They also seemingly employ the most females, if you are. Also, theres Indian River, Bynum for food grade OTR. Non baffled but an easy hire.
Good video. You say tanker pay is good but what is it? cpm? Per load? Hourly? Can you give us some specifics?
Thank you
I can tell you what milk hauling is, as I've done it. It pays per load, which is fine if there's no line at the processing plant to get unloaded, but if you have to wait behind like 5 to 10 trucks to get unloaded, your hourly average just tanked. I was making $70/load, and would have to wait 2 to 3 hrs to get each one unloaded, so would make only $140 for a 12 hr day, that's less than $12/hr average.
Don't haul milk, trust me
I just applied to Oakley tank lines out of Florida. I have 17 years driving van no experience driving tankers.
Do you have any advice what I need to do or not when driving tankers? (Tips)
@@BigTruckerB is back injuries common in driving tankers
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How's is it for a big guy . Thinking about doing it w Schneider but that ladder looks tiny lol.
Right out of Cdl school you might consider starting out in dry Freight somewhere then after two years experience go into entry level tankers. That’s my suggestion.
What are the requirements? Can you drive tanker/hazmat straight out of training school ?
Been driving Landoll 455 one year and looking to make a change to tankers thanks for your honesty.
How do I start with this profession in currently a correctional officer and hate it. I would like too know whats the best way to go in order to get a cdl get a couple of years in probably 1 or 2 and then apply for a tanker driver position?? Please any advice information would help thank you
Where are you working? I’m located in Phoenix. Got all my endorsements and been driving for 3 years. Trying to stay regional.
@@BigTruckerB Are you still driving tankers? Thx bud
I’m a bus driver looking into Schneider as I try to began my tanker career what’s some of the better companies I should look into pay wise after my 3 to 6 month experience with them
How much do hazmat chemical tankers actually get paid? And is it by mile, by load or by pay per hour???
I just want to be able to get my tanker I do it for 2 years so I can work down here in the State of Florida to be local delivering fuel to the gas stations cuz I know Speedway down here in Orlando just for driving their truck Nago throughout the State of Florida you only make 80 grand a year
More info? About speedway ?
Some of the dry bulk haulers also have liquid divisions and they will often hire you right out of CDL school if it’s an approved school, some companies will, some wont,you just have to do some research, Schneider of course hires anybody but they may not start you out on tanker right away
I just got my cdl and tanker. The only company I see taking new guys is schnyder, do you know of another that wants drivers from the FL area?
Oakley is in fl
Which company you decided to work for? Thx bud
@@emreeroglu8519 there are so many just do your research
Prime will take new drivers straight out of their school and into tanks. I think Prime only does food grade though.
Have you ever had to climb on top of the tanker itself? Is it super high from the ground?
Devon Teller yes! I just stand on the latter. Sometimes you have to hook up a airline or open the dome lid to vent the trailer when unloading. I’m scared of hight, I don’t walk up there. F that!
Corporate Trucker , then how did you pass your training ?
Good video!
What about the yearly salary if you haul gasoline or diesel?
Thank you,
Here in Phoenix, fuel haulers are making $75k to $90k per year. It's the way to go if you drive tanker. I tried milk hauling, avoid it, it pays shit
Hello mate, what's the make and model of the fumes monitor? I work in Europe on hazmat Tanker and we do not use those devices. Can you make a video about the protective equipment that you have to use in USA
Oh man no joke that’s crazy dangerous not wearing h2s monitor. I use to do rig wash out in west Texas, pretty dangerous job. Out there if that monitor goes off and you breathe you’re done for. D.E.D. Dead
For 32yrs I have had a home every night job, hauled gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, propane , the last 10yrs I have had a transport job hauling hot oil emulsion make 50k a year and only work 21-26 weeks a year doing road const.. Super easy low stress work. Its like having 26wks paid vacation a year plus the 2wks vacation they give me every year with a full bene package that goes all year long.
I'm about to get my AZ and I really wanna do tanker trucking any advice for what to do and which Canadian company is good to try to get into
Where did you get your CDL training and experience to transition to tankers?
Southwest truck driver training.
Would the pros and cons be the same for tank wagon drivers class B that just fuels semi trucks?
Pros out way the cons great video I wanna get into tankers
Did you get into it? If so any pointers you might have for me who is thinking about trying out tanker driving
@@Smooth00E I have one, from experience. Don't try milk hauling, you won't make any money, mainly due to the time you wait at the dairy processing plant to get unloaded. Everything else including loading is in your control, but unloading is where you lose your money
I think fuel hauling is much better
@@FirebirdCamaro1220 Im doing milk tankers but switching to Hot Oil/ Asphalt tankers this week. The regular milk tankers make 1200 to 1500 every two weeks and the super tankers make 2200 to 3000+ every two weeks. Here in AZ
@@southernnc2327 That sounds about right. I only made like $700/week when I did it, also in AZ (Phoenix). 3 weeks was enough for me.
I'm back driving tanker now, but dry bulk tanker, cement and fly ash powder. I'm averaging over $1,300/week, not bad
@@FirebirdCamaro1220 Thats really good. Im leaving the milking. Ive only been doing it since April. Do you know if the pay is accurate for the Hot Oil/Asphalt Tankers? They said it makes 1000 to 1500 a week. Some drivers make 1600. Does it sound about right?
Can they do team driving with tanker ?
Any companies hiring trainees?
How safe/dangerous is this job
I am interested in tanker / hazmat; I have every endorsement. However, how much experience do I need to switch to tanker/hazmat?
@@BigTruckerB I just got my cdl, what companies take new drivers? Maybe you could do a video on it...
Service transport out Houston
I’m actually going to get my tanker endorsement. I have my doubles and hazmat already. I currently work for a contractor for fed ex ground but doesn’t pay good and I’m trying to get my own place soon so I’m taking the leap to tanker soon.
Belzaristhename I’m with an contractor at Fedex and I’m looking to get into tanker to. This Fedex ground shit is no money I be sitting to much
@@remainhumble6713 really? I'm doing good, I have a dedicated run (446 paid miles per day round trip), home daily, and making $1,156/week before taxes ($902 take home)
@@FirebirdCamaro1220 1100 a week aint sht bro
@@lassali1427 that was a couple years ago, I'm making almost twice that now
Beats the hell out of bumping docks any time.
do you have any knowledge or tips about delivering DEF?
I’ve been driving for 1 year now and I’m getting my endorsement for the tanker how much better is the pay for tanker then drive van?
I work local, 5 days/w ,& I earn 119k per year. Health insurance paid both for me and my family. Hotel/food paid from company for every night spent out. I'm on salary and I'm happy to work here
@@kenworthvspeterbilt5238 hey, what state are you in and what company do you work for if you don’t mind sharing?
I’m in CDL school. I’m getting the hazmat and tanker endorsement. As you know passing a test is different then doing it in the real world. Question. Do most companies who know your straight out school. Are they going to show exactly what to do? Thx for input
For the most part yes, just pay attention. Put safety first tho in anything you do. Depending on the company you go work for they’ll have someone with experience to show you. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, you learn something new everyday in trucking. When backing take your time go as slow as possible, don’t try to follow what other drivers do. Get out and look if you aren’t sure. Take your time on ramps and curves.
Just wondering could I transfer my UK Adr license to USA equivalent plus my UK truck license to USA
4 times in a month?? I didn’t know that was possible. I guess I wont be cursing my 3 times in one year luck anymore geez.
Does Phoenix have lots of tanker jobs? I’m moving out there soon so I wanted to get some inside info
That’s funny I was looking into this company. I’m currently hauling fuel but want to go owner op. Can you send me more info on this company and what they pay?
Appreciate the video
Drove hazmat tanker for highway transport for 6mo. Manager was shady and when he was getting audited, he threw me under the bus and I started blowing the whistle. I finally resigned and when the next employer (dryvan) contacted them. Highway transport said I was fired and not rehire able but wouldn't say why. Thought about going after them legally for that but left it alone. Now, I'm thinking about going back into tanking but not sure how my past experience would affect that. Let me know what you think I can do with my 3 years driving experience.
Did you get back into the game?
@@lassali1427 tanking? No. Stuck with van driving for now.
How slow should you go to turn or brake?
I really appreciate your video! I need advice..... I've had my CDL for about a year and a half, BUT, I've only driven about 3 months. I live in East Mesa AZ, Is there a company who would hire me to drive a tanker truck (with expected more company training of course) if I go ahead and get my Hazmat endorsement? Thanks in advance!!!
Maybe CAT transport or Tri state transportation
Do you have to have driving experience before being able to do Tanker if you have endorsement?
It depends on the company. Some companies require experienced drivers some don't. But as an unexperienced driver your pay will be quite low first 3-4 months or may be a year.
What’s the best way for a rookie straight out of truck driving school to get in to driving tankers?
I heard liquid trucking gives rookies a chance. If you do dry van for 6 months to a year it will open a lot of doors. I got my job with 1 year experience even though they said they "required" 2 years in the posting. They might still give you a chance if they really need help.
Can you do a video if possible, while driving to see how the surge moved the truck?
I'm no longer their due to moving I'm sorry I can't 😐
@@BigTruckerB ok, thank you though, your videos are informative,
@@manuellara7629 thank you. I haven’t posted much information lately due to the amount of information already out on TH-cam. Good luck on your journey
Very informative video, thank you. I am looking into getting into this line of work, I’ve been CDL driving since 2015.
DOT really seems to love tanker drivers and rock haulers.
That explains everything... those are the only industries I've hauled for!
Do you know any companies that will hire a 18 year old fresh out of high school with a CDL