Local Fuel Position Petroleum Tanker

CDL-A Local Fuel Transport Driver

Hiring Area: Fort Worth, TX • Terminal: Fort Worth-area

Fort Worth, TX Local Day-Cab Tanker

Local gasoline and diesel deliveries across the DFW market with home-daily returns, weekly pay $1,600–$2,050, and estimated annual gross near $96,200.

Typical Weekly Earnings
$1,600–$2,050
Estimated Annual: $96,200
Sign-On Bonus $2,500
Home Time Home Daily
Driver Type Company Driver
Typical Hours 45–55 / week
Freight Type Gasoline & Diesel

Position Overview

Daily priorities shift with station inventories, rack availability and customer demand, so the work stays procedural rather than fixed-route.

  • Completes terminal check-in, rack authorization and pre-load paperwork before entering the loading position.
  • Confirms gasoline or diesel product assignments and compartment sequence before leaving the rack.
  • Performs grounding, bonding and required loading procedures at petroleum terminals.
  • Drives local DFW routes between terminals, retail stations, fleet accounts and commercial customers.
  • Verifies receiving tanks and product identification before connecting unloading equipment.
  • Handles hoses, valves, meters and transfer equipment during customer deliveries.
  • Records delivered quantities, tickets and exceptions, then reports delays or route changes to dispatch.

Pay & Compensation Breakdown

Pay is hourly with overtime after 40 hours and a separate weekly fuel-safety premium. The advertised range reflects normal lower-to-strong operating weeks; the sign-on bonus is paid in installments and excluded from weekly figures.

Regular Hourly Rate $32/hour
Overtime Rate $48/hour after 40
Fuel Safety Premium $75/week when standards are met
Example at 50 Hours $1,280 regular + $480 OT + $75 premium = $1,835 gross
Sign-On Installments $500 at 30 days · $500 at 90 days · $750 at 180 days · $750 at 365 days
Payroll Weekly

Schedule, Home Time & Routes

Home Time Home daily; drivers normally return after the final scheduled delivery
Typical Hours 45–55 per week
Shift Options Early-morning and afternoon/evening available
Weekend Work Rotations can occur
Operating Area DFW Metroplex local
Local Mileage Varies substantially by delivery density and terminal assignment

Equipment & Cabin Specs

Tractor Models Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth T680 day cabs
Model Years Primarily 2021–2025, with some older company units depending on availability
Transmission Automatic
Safety Systems Collision mitigation and lane-departure on newer tractors; specifications vary by unit
In-Cab Tech ELD, electronic DVIR, forward-facing dash camera
Trailers Multi-compartment petroleum tank trailers configured for gasoline and diesel deliveries
Transfer Gear Grounding/bonding equipment, product hoses, emergency shutoffs, spill-response materials, fire extinguishers

Equipment is assigned according to availability and account scheduling. Slip-seating may occur on higher-volume shifts. Preventive maintenance is handled through the terminal program and approved outside shops when needed.

Real Routes

Gasoline and diesel leave petroleum terminals for retail stations, commercial fueling locations, fleet accounts and selected industrial customers. Sequences stay local and adjust with inventory levels and demand rather than fixed daily lanes.

  • Fort Worth to Arlington, Mansfield or Grand Prairie multi-stop sequences
  • Fort Worth to Weatherford, Denton, Keller or Alliance / North Fort Worth
  • Fort Worth to Dallas, Midlothian or Burleson depending on account need
  • Primary corridors include I-35W, I-20, I-30, I-820, SH-114, SH-121 and SH-360
  • After deliveries the tractor/trailer returns to the terminal or designated loading location for the next dispatch cycle
  • Dispatch may resequence stops or move a driver to another terminal during high-demand periods

Typical Week & Daily Workflow

  • Pre-trip inspection and ELD review at the Fort Worth-area terminal start the shift.
  • Driver proceeds to the assigned rack, completes authorization and loads product into the correct compartments.
  • First delivery is sequenced by customer demand; unload, document and report status.
  • Subsequent loads or stops may already be queued or can change as priorities shift.
  • A normal shift often includes more than one terminal load and multiple customer stops, though the exact count varies with volume, rack wait and route density.
  • After the final delivery the driver returns to the terminal or home once HOS limits are observed.

About the Carrier

Fuel distribution inside a dense metro market requires local tanker capacity that can react to rack windows, station inventories and commercial demand without long empty miles. Mid-sized regional operators meet that need by concentrating on scheduled rack loading and multi-stop petroleum delivery rather than long-haul mileage. The Fort Worth terminal supports gasoline and diesel movements to retail, fleet and industrial accounts across the DFW network. Local dispatch keeps product moving to the right tank before levels run low while staying inside the Metroplex and matching the specialized safety procedures of fuel transfer work.

Benefits & Healthcare Coverage

Health Coverage Medical, dental and vision options for eligible full-time drivers
Retirement 401(k) with company contribution
Paid Time Off Paid vacation after the qualification period; holiday pay according to policy
Training & Compliance Paid orientation, fuel-tanker qualification training and safety refreshers
Endorsement Support Administrative support for required HazMat documentation and company compliance training
Additional Company-provided petroleum safety PPE, paid DOT physical renewal after eligibility, terminal parking, safety recognition program, uniform support where required

Driver Qualification Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL with Tanker and HazMat endorsements
  • 12+ months of CDL-A experience preferred; recent tanker, fuel or other bulk-liquid experience is strongly preferred
  • Applicants with less experience may be considered based on tanker training, safety history and current account requirements
  • Acceptable MVR and safety history; ability to pass DOT physical, drug/alcohol testing, background check and Clearinghouse query
  • Ability to safely handle fuel hoses, valves and connections and work outdoors in Texas weather

Operational Delays

  • Peak congestion on I-35W, I-820, I-20 and I-30
  • Rack queues when several carriers arrive during the same loading window
  • Customer site access limits, active fueling activity or restricted maneuvering space
  • Construction lane restrictions that alter normal travel times
  • Severe weather or extreme summer heat that slows outdoor transfer work
  • Temporary product availability issues or rack interruptions at the terminal

Hiring Process

1
Recruiter Call
Usually within one business day of application
2
Verification
CDL, MVR, employment history, Clearinghouse and drug screen
3
Orientation
1–2 paid days at the terminal with equipment and safety review
4
First Dispatch
After qualification and any required trainer completion

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many deliveries does a typical shift include? ▼
A normal shift may include multiple customer stops and more than one terminal load. The actual number varies with delivery volume, rack wait times, product demand and route density.
Q: Does the driver load and unload the tanker? ▼
Drivers handle the normal loading and unloading procedures for their assigned account, including rack procedures, grounding and bonding, hose connections, product verification and delivery documentation. Site-specific steps vary by terminal and customer.
Q: Is product segregation required on every delivery? ▼
Yes. The driver must confirm the correct product and compartment before transfer begins. Mixing gasoline and diesel contaminates the customer’s inventory and creates a serious operational problem.
Q: Where is equipment parked overnight? ▼
Primary parking is the company Fort Worth-area terminal. Loaded petroleum trailers are not left unattended in public lots; dispatch designates an approved staging location if needed.
Q: Does the job involve slip-seating? ▼
Slip-seating may occur between shifts on higher-volume accounts when scheduling requires it. Otherwise equipment is assigned according to availability.
Q: How long does hiring usually take? ▼
Most local candidates complete hiring and onboarding in approximately 3–7 business days. MVR, employment verification or endorsement issues can extend the timeline.
Q: Are daily routes fixed? ▼
No. Sequences change with inventory levels, station demand and terminal availability. A driver may finish the shift at a different location from the one where it began.

CDL Job Market — Fort Worth, TX

Fort Worth sits inside one of the largest transportation and logistics labor markets in Texas, with substantial employment across distribution, manufacturing, construction, aviation-related freight and petroleum operations. Local, regional, dedicated and specialized tanker roles appear regularly. Fuel and tanker positions form a more specialized segment than ordinary dry-van hiring; carriers compete for drivers who already understand HazMat procedures, terminal operations and delivery-site safety. Night and weekend schedules remain common alternatives. Demand stays relatively steady because the Metroplex generates continuous freight volume across multiple sectors, giving experienced drivers several options within a short radius of home.

Location & Freight Market — Fort Worth, TX

The DFW industrial market continues to absorb warehouse and manufacturing space, driven by logistics users, manufacturers and distribution operators. North Fort Worth and the Alliance corridor concentrate large distribution activity, while South Fort Worth and the I-20/I-35W corridors hold substantial warehouse and industrial operations. Petroleum moves through a network of terminals, retail stations, fleet yards, construction sites and industrial customers rather than single fixed lanes. I-35W, I-20, I-30 and I-820 form the primary spines; secondary routes such as SH-114, SH-121 and SH-360 connect outlying communities. Retail travel periods, summer driving, construction activity and severe-weather preparation create temporary volume spikes, yet overall fuel demand remains consistent year-round. Geography places Fort Worth at the center of one of the largest logistics markets in the U.S., sustaining continuous short-haul and local movements.

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