Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Moderate Demand
Tanker Truck Driver Jobs in Iowa
Browse tanker trucking positions across Iowa with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$64,000 - $93,000
Demand Level
Moderate
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Tanker Trucking in Iowa
Tanker trucking in Iowa serves the region's agricultural chemical distribution, fuel delivery networks, and industrial liquid transport. Ethanol and biodiesel hauling adds seasonal demand during harvest months. Tanker driver demand in Iowa is moderate, with the tanker endorsement and clean safety record being key requirements for top-paying positions.
Top Companies Hiring Tanker Drivers in IA
View Company
Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
CRST International
$48,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Flatbed
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Iowa
Each of these is a live posting with the pay, home time and requirements set out in full. Applying takes about a minute.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$55,500 - $78,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$60,000 - $85,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$63,500 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$66,500 - $93,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$69,500 - $98,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$56,500 - $79,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$46,500 - $65,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$52,500 - $74,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$53,000 - $75,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$57,500 - $81,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$58,500 - $83,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$55,500 - $78,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$45,500 - $64,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Tanker Jobs in Iowa
Des Moines
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Davenport
Iowa
Sioux City
Iowa
Waterloo
Iowa
Key Freight Routes in Iowa
1
I-80 (east-west through Des Moines)
2
I-35 (north-south through Des Moines)
3
I-380 (Cedar Rapids corridor)
Requirements for Tanker Driving in IA
- Valid CDL-A license with tanker (N) endorsement
- Hazmat (H) endorsement required for chemical and fuel loads
- 1+ year CDL-A experience
- TWIC card for port pickups/deliveries
- Understanding of liquid surge dynamics and safe braking techniques
- Clean MVR and DOT physical card
Start Your Tanker Driving Career in Iowa
Submit your application and get matched with companies hiring tanker drivers in IA.
Tanker Trucking Jobs in Iowa — FAQs
How much do tanker truck drivers make in Iowa?
Tanker truck drivers in Iowa earn $64,000 - $93,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Iowa's central location and freight density help drivers maintain consistent miles, which translates to strong annual earnings. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
Do tanker drivers need a hazmat endorsement in Iowa?
A tanker (N) endorsement is required for all tanker positions in Iowa. If hauling hazardous liquids like fuel or chemicals, you also need the hazmat (H) endorsement and a TSA background check. Fuel hauling positions in Iowa are the most common tanker roles and typically require both endorsements.
Are trucking companies in Iowa hiring tanker drivers in 2026?
Yes — tanker driver demand in Iowa is moderate heading into 2026. The tanker segment in Iowa is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in IA.