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Hazmat Fuel Tanker Driver - CDL A
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$37,873 / year median in California
-20% projected decline
Job Description
About the Role We are seeking experienced, safety-focused Local Fuel Transportation Truck Drivers to join the team at Elite Fuels Transportation Inc. This position is ideal for professional drivers with recent retail fuel delivery experience who take pride in safe fuel handling, accurate documentation, and reliable customer service. Qualified candidates must have experience delivering fuel to retail gas stations and understand the importance of safety, compliance, and operational excellence. Join a company that values its drivers and provides the support, equipment, and resources needed for success.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Safely operate a tanker truck to deliver fuel to retail stations and commercial accounts Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT and company standards Load and unload petroleum products following all safety and environmental regulations Complete and submit all required documentation (BOLs, inspection reports, delivery logs) Maintain consistent communication with dispatch using mobile applications Ensure timely and efficient route completion while maintaining safety as top priority Represent the company professionally at all customer locations Locations We Are Currently Hiring For Gardena, CA 90745 ( 6 Openings Available) 3 AM Shift Drivers
- 3 PM Shift Drivers
Equipment:
Tractor & Trailer (T&T) / Semi Upland, CA 91786 (10 Openings Available) 5 Day Shift Drivers
- 5 PM Shift Drivers
Equipment:
Pump Certified (10-Speed & 18-Speed Manual), T&T, Semi & Bobtail Sylmar, CA 91342 (2 Openings Available)
Equipment:
Tractor & Trailer (T&T) /
Semi Schedule Details AM Shift Dispatch Window:
12:00 AM
- 3:00 AM (varies by location)
PM Shift Dispatch Window:
12:00 PM
- 3:00 PM (varies by location)
Rotating Schedule:
5 days on / 2 days off, then 5 days on / 3 days off
No Fixed Days Off:
Candidates must be flexible and available to work weekends.
Overtime:
Must be available to work overtime when mandatory overtime is announced company-wide. About Elite Fuels Transportation Inc. Elite Fuels Transportation Inc., established in 2009, is a locally owned and operated fuel transportation company dedicated to safe, reliable, and on-time deliveries. With a 24/7 dispatch team and a modern fleet of 65+ tanker trucks—primarily manual transmission units—we support retail and commercial fuel operations across the region. Our drivers are backed by advanced tracking systems, well-maintained equipment, and a responsive dispatch team to ensure efficiency and compliance on every load. As a family-owned company, we recognize that our drivers are the backbone of our success and are committed to providing the tools, support, and opportunities needed to help them thrive and grow within the company.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- ALL
MUST BE MET 3
years total CDL A driving experience with 1 year of recent fuel tanker experience delivering to
RETAIL GAS STATIONS
- hard requirement, no exceptions Valid CDL Class A license with: Tanker & Hazmat endorsement with active TSA clearance (No restrictions) Clean driving record: No more than 1 moving violation and 1 at-fault accident in past 3 years
- No major violations (DUI, reckless driving, etc.
) within past 10 years Registered and cleared in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Ability to lift 50-100 lbs Comfortable with mobile apps: Creative Energies, ELD systems (Samsara), BOLs, dispatch communication (Google Voice, Driver Pulse) Previously carded at Fuel Loading Racks and Terminals Experience operating Wet Hose, Pump Truck, and 18-speed/13-speed
Manual Transmissions Wage Range:
33.00
- 34.
00 per hour
General Description of Benefits:
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- 401(k) with 2% company matching
- Company-paid Life Insurance ($25K)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Time
- Five (5) paid holidays + your birthday as a paid holiday
- Weekly pay
- $25/month phone stipend
- Company-provided uniforms
- Career growth opportunities
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends