Local CDL-A Position Tanker Position

CDL-A Local Fuel Transport Driver

Hiring Area: Savannah, GA • Terminal: Savannah-area terminal

Savannah, GA Local 2020–2025 Day Cabs

Petroleum tanker work moves gasoline and diesel from Savannah-area fuel racks to commercial, fleet and retail accounts across coastal Georgia for $1,800–$2,100 weekly while returning home every day.

Weekly Gross
$1,800–$2,100
Estimated Annual: ≈ $98,800
Sign-On Bonus $2,500
Home Time Home Daily
Driver Type Local Fuel / HazMat
Typical Deliveries 2–4 drops per shift
Freight Type Petroleum Fuel

Position Overview

Work centers on multi-compartment petroleum delivery rather than sealed dry freight or long-haul bulk runs.

  • Loads assigned gasoline and diesel products at authorized Savannah-area fuel racks.
  • Confirms product grades, compartment assignments and loading instructions before departure.
  • Completes grounding, bottom-loading, vapor-recovery and hose-connection procedures.
  • Makes multiple local deliveries to commercial accounts, fleet fueling sites and retail facilities.
  • Verifies customer tank identification and product destination before each unload.
  • Handles delivery tickets, seals, meter readings and paperwork; reports discrepancies to dispatch.
  • Returns for additional loads when scheduled and stages equipment after post-trip inspection.

Pay & Compensation Breakdown

Local petroleum shifts combine hourly pay with overtime and regular fuel-delivery activity compensation because loading, unloading and site time form a large part of the workday.

Weekly Gross Range $1,800–$2,100
Typical Weekly Gross ≈ $1,900
Estimated Annual ≈ $98,800
Pay Structure $35/hour regular + $52.50 overtime + ≈ $150 weekly activity pay
Sign-On Bonus $2,500, paid according to company retention schedule
Detention $35/hour after 2 hours of qualifying customer-controlled delay
Payroll Paid weekly

Schedule, Home Time & Routes

Home Time Home Daily
Operating Area Savannah–Pooler–Port Wentworth–Richmond Hill corridor; Hinesville, Brunswick and occasional Statesboro
Terminal Savannah-area terminal / designated parking
Typical Deliveries 2–4 customer drops per shift, additional stops as volume requires
Hours & Start Times Typically 45–50 hours per week; starts commonly between 4:00 and 7:00 AM depending on dispatch and delivery windows

Equipment & Cabin Specs

Tractors Freightliner Cascadia and Kenworth day cabs, generally 2020–2025
Transmission Automatic
In-Cab Systems ELD, forward-facing dash cameras, collision mitigation on newer units, lane-departure warning where equipped
Trailers Multi-compartment petroleum tankers, typically 4–10 years old
Trailer Equipment Bottom-loading and vapor-recovery connections, emergency shutoffs, grounding/bonding gear, delivery hoses and reels, meters, spill-response equipment, required PPE

Assigned tractor when operationally practical; temporary changes occur for maintenance. Company maintenance network and roadside assistance support the fleet.

Real Routes

Gasoline and diesel products leave local fuel terminals and racks for commercial accounts, fleet fueling locations, retail sites and construction operations.

  • Savannah terminal or rack to Pooler commercial and fleet accounts
  • Savannah to Port Wentworth and Garden City fuel drops
  • Savannah or Pooler to Richmond Hill customer tanks
  • Coastal runs toward Hinesville and Brunswick on I-95
  • Occasional inland deliveries toward Statesboro when assigned
  • I-16, I-516, US-17 and GA-21 support western and local corridor movements
  • Multiple short deliveries with terminal reloads as fuel demand requires

Typical Week & Daily Workflow

  • Receive first load assignment and complete pre-trip at the terminal.
  • Position at the rack, confirm grades and compartments, then load with required safety steps.
  • Complete two to four customer deliveries, verifying tanks and following site unload procedures.
  • Return for a second product load when additional volume is scheduled.
  • Finish remaining drops, reconcile documentation and perform post-trip inspection.
  • Dispatch may adjust later stops during the shift for demand, delays or available hours.

About the Carrier

Commercial fuel demand across coastal Georgia requires specialized local tanker capacity that can load at regional petroleum terminals and deliver product directly into customer storage systems. This terminal-based petroleum operation concentrates on multi-compartment gasoline and diesel distribution rather than long-haul bulk or container freight. Drivers support commercial accounts, fleet fueling locations and retail sites within the Savannah logistics corridor and nearby coastal markets. Local dispatch, controlled equipment staging and petroleum-specific safety procedures keep product moving from rack to tank under consistent operating standards.

Benefits & Healthcare Coverage

Medical / Dental / Vision Medical with employee contribution options; dental and vision coverage
Retirement 401(k) with company match subject to eligibility
Time Off Vacation/PTO accrual; paid holidays according to company policy
Training & Endorsements Paid orientation; annual petroleum safety refresher; HazMat renewal assistance; tanker support for qualified internal candidates
Equipment Support Company-supplied PPE; uniforms after introductory period; terminal parking; roadside assistance

Driver Qualification Requirements

  • Valid CDL Class A with HazMat and Tanker endorsements
  • Valid DOT medical card; ability to pass required DOT drug and alcohol testing
  • Acceptable MVR and safety history; background and Clearinghouse clearance
  • 12 months recent CDL-A tractor-trailer experience preferred; petroleum tanker experience strongly preferred
  • Ability to safely handle fuel hoses, loading/unloading connections, PPE and repeated ground-level work around tanker equipment

Operational Delays

  • Morning traffic on I-16, I-95, I-516 and industrial access roads
  • Short terminal queues during peak demand or holiday periods
  • Customer sites delayed by occupied tanks, blocked access or unavailable personnel
  • Construction, heavy rain or tropical weather requiring alternate routing
  • Higher delivery volume during summer travel and storm-preparation periods

Hiring Process

1
Recruiter Screen
CDL, endorsements and history review
2
Verification
MVR, employment and Clearinghouse query
3
Screening
DOT drug test, safety review, possible road evaluation
4
Orientation
Paid terminal orientation and equipment familiarization

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many customer stops are typical in a shift? ▼
Most days include several fuel deliveries. Drivers commonly complete two to four drops, return for a reload when needed, and finish additional deliveries based on gallons and customer windows.
Q: Are routes fixed or does dispatch change them? ▼
Sequence is not fixed. Dispatch adjusts later stops when demand, terminal delays, traffic or available hours change during the shift.
Q: Where is loaded equipment parked overnight? ▼
Tractors return to the designated terminal or approved parking area. Loaded petroleum tankers follow company and terminal staging rules.
Q: What happens if a customer site has an unusual condition? ▼
Unclear product identification, damaged fittings, inaccessible fill points or spill conditions are reported to dispatch or the site contact before unloading continues.
Q: How long does hiring usually take? ▼
Most applicants move from application to final approval in approximately 5–10 business days, depending on verification and screening turnaround.
Q: Is petroleum experience required to apply? ▼
Twelve months recent CDL-A experience is preferred and tanker experience is strongly preferred. Candidates with less time may be considered if they already hold relevant tanker background and a strong safety record.
Q: Are drivers expected to handle both gasoline and diesel products? ▼
Product assignments depend on the route and customer schedule. Drivers may load different approved gasoline and diesel grades during the same shift, with compartment assignments confirmed at the rack before departure.

CDL Job Market

Savannah’s CDL-A hiring market is specialized rather than a pure dry-van environment. Port activity, industrial parks, distribution centers and petroleum operations create steady demand for experienced Class A drivers. Competition comes from intermodal, regional tanker, LTL and dedicated carriers. Fuel and tanker positions draw from a smaller pool because most employers require Tanker and HazMat endorsements, clean MVR records and recent tractor-trailer experience. Local petroleum pay sits above ordinary entry-level CDL-A rates, reflecting product-handling responsibility and regulatory requirements. Home-daily schedules, maintained equipment and predictable local dispatch remain key factors that influence where qualified drivers choose to work.

Location & Freight Market

The Port of Savannah functions as one of the Southeast’s major freight gateways, with direct links to I-95 and I-16 and Class I rail service through CSX and Norfolk Southern. Garden City, Port Wentworth, Pooler and the western Savannah logistics corridor contain a dense mix of distribution centers and industrial facilities that generate continuous truck traffic. Liquid-bulk terminals capable of receiving, storing and loading petroleum products support local tanker operations. Commercial fuel demand stays steady because of port activity, industrial parks, fleet fueling and retail sites throughout the coastal market. Geography favors short local and coastal lanes; I-95, I-16, I-516, US-17 and GA-21 form the primary arteries. Seasonal travel peaks, holidays and storm-preparation periods can raise fuel volume temporarily, while the underlying industrial and distribution base keeps product moving year-round.

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