🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Jacksonville, FL
- Route type: Local home-daily fuel distribution
- Freight: Gasoline, diesel, blended petroleum products
- Schedule: Multiple daily dispatches with day/night terminal rotations
📋 Job Description
- Load fuel products at Jacksonville terminal racks along the I-295 industrial corridor and port-connected storage sites
- Transport gasoline and diesel to retail stations, truck stops, and fleet fueling depots across Northeast Florida
- Navigate dense urban traffic near Southside Jacksonville, Blount Island, and logistics-heavy port routes under strict delivery windows
- Perform vapor recovery procedures and ensure EPA-compliant loading/unloading at every stop
- Complete multiple daily fuel deliveries while adjusting routes for congestion on I-95 and I-10 corridors
- Maintain communication with dispatch for real-time rerouting due to terminal delays or weather disruptions
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
1+ year tanker or CDL-A experience required
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Handling hoses, terminal racks, and fuel connections
Endorsements
Hazmat + Tanker required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Freightliner Cascadia (mixed 2022–2025 fleet units)
- Kenworth T680 assigned on rotational dispatch availability
- Volvo VNL units used during peak terminal demand cycles
- ELD systems (Samsara / Omnitracs mix) with occasional signal delays in port zones
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily after completion of fuel routes
- Multiple daily terminal runs depending on dispatch volume and fuel demand cycles
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Jacksonville, FL → Orlando, FL (I-95 to I-4 fuel corridor retail distribution runs)
- Jacksonville, FL → Savannah, GA (I-95 northbound port-to-port fuel transfer network)
- Blount Island Terminal → Southside Jacksonville stations (local high-frequency fuel shuttle loops)
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
Fuel distribution operations reward safe handling, on-time deliveries, and terminal efficiency across high-volume Jacksonville corridors.
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need tanker experience?
Preferred but not strictly required if you have strong CDL-A experience and can complete fuel handling training.
How many loads per day?
Typically 2–4 fuel deliveries depending on terminal demand and traffic conditions across Jacksonville corridors.
Is the schedule predictable?
Yes, but dispatch can adjust based on refinery output, port delays, and station fuel demand fluctuations.
What equipment will I drive?
Mixed fleet including Freightliner, Kenworth, and Volvo tractors with rotating assignments.
How stable is the work?
Fuel demand is constant in Northeast Florida due to port logistics, retail fueling cycles, and highway freight traffic.
Are there delays at terminals?
Occasional wait times occur during peak fuel dispatch windows and port congestion periods near Blount Island.
💼 Career Opportunities
This CDL-A fuel tanker position in Jacksonville, FL provides long-term exposure to one of the most critical fuel distribution hubs in Northeast Florida. Drivers often begin in local terminal shuttle operations and gradually expand into more complex fuel routing assignments covering regional corridors along I-95 and I-10. While advancement is not guaranteed, experienced drivers may transition into trainer roles, dedicated accounts, or specialized hazardous materials divisions depending on performance and safety record. Jacksonville’s port-connected fuel infrastructure ensures continuous freight flow, but workloads can vary with refinery output cycles, seasonal demand spikes, and highway congestion patterns. Drivers who consistently demonstrate safety discipline and efficient terminal handling may gain priority access to higher-paying dedicated fuel lanes or regional expansion routes over time.
🔗 Local CDL-A Fuel Tanker Driver – Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville CDL-A fuel tanker drivers operate within one of Florida’s most active fuel logistics ecosystems, driven by port activity at Blount Island, interstate freight flow along I-95 and I-10, and constant retail fuel demand across Northeast Florida. This local home-daily role focuses on safe transport of gasoline and diesel products from high-volume terminals to distribution points including gas stations, truck stops, and commercial fleet yards. Drivers must navigate dense urban congestion, variable weather conditions, and strict environmental compliance procedures including vapor recovery systems and hazardous materials handling. With weekly earnings ranging from $1,550–$2,300, this position offers steady income tied directly to regional fuel consumption cycles and port-connected supply chains. The Jacksonville fuel network remains a critical hub for Southeast energy distribution, ensuring consistent freight movement and long-term operational stability for qualified CDL-A tanker drivers.
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