CDL-A - Tanker truck driver

Schneider; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 51,870 - 63,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Unlimited referral bonuses

$200/month tuition reimbursement

Paid orientation

Paid time off after 6 months

Job summary

A leading trucking company is seeking a Tanker truck driver to haul liquid chemical freight. The role requires a valid Class A CDL and necessary endorsements. Drivers can earn competitive weekly pay, bonuses, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package. This position offers home time weekly and the potential for additional pay through performance incentives.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Tanker endorsement necessary at time of hire.
• HazMat endorsement must be obtained after hire.

Responsibilities

• Haul liquid chemical freight in tanker trailers.
• Home for 34-48 hours, typically on weekends.
• Manage 5-10 loads per week.

Skills

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Tanker endorsement

HazMat endorsement

TWIC card

Job description

Tanker truck driver

Average pay: $1,140-$1,400 weekly

Home time: Weekly

Experience: All CDL holders

Overview

• Haul liquid chemical freight in tanker trailers.
• Home for 34-48 hours, typically on weekends.
• 5-10 loads per week.

Pay and bonus potential

• Mileage pay, plus hourly pay while on duty, not driving.
• Weekly performance pay.
• Earn up to $0.03 more per mile by obtaining additional CDL certifications.
• $7,500 sign-on bonus paid over 12 monthly payments in your first year for experienced drivers.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus paid over 12 monthly payments in your first year for inexperienced drivers.
• Paid orientation.
• Paid time off after 6 months, plus 6 days of holiday pay per year.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Tanker endorsement required at time of hire.
• HazMat endorsement required after hire — Schneider’s self‑paced online certification training will help you secure it.
• TWIC card preferred — required to start process within 60 days of hire.
• Live within 50 miles of Gary, IN or Chicago, IL.

Need one or more of your endorsements, or unsure if you qualify? Call us at 800‑447‑7433, and we can talk you through it.

Additional benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Unlimited referral bonuses.
• $200/month tuition reimbursement (up to $7,000) for qualified drivers.
• HazMat endorsement reimbursed upon receipt.
• Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship programs, plus more military benefits.
• Leading equipment and technology specs designed for driver comfort.
• See full list of driver benefit package.

More reasons to choose Schneider

• Top‑notch equipment – Operate the best tractors, trailers and tanker‑specific equipment.
• Safety – Whatever bulk freight you haul, we provide the training so you’re prepared to deliver it.

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