CDL A OTR Tanker Driver in the Midwest

Company: Quality Carriers
Location: Davenport
Posted on: June 15, 2026

Job Description:

Quality Carriers is a company operating the Largest Liquid Bulk Chemical Truck Fleet in North America. At Quality Carriers we provide assistance and guidance to our drivers through a network of more than 100 terminals and support facilities spanning the United States, Canada and Mexico. Additionally, our drivers enjoy the stability that comes from being the Largest Bulk Chemical Transporter.

Compensation

• Average Weekly Gross Pay: $1,800
  • Consistent miles (1,900 average weekly miles)
  • ALL Miles Paid. Including loaded or deadhead
  • Performance and safety bonuses
• Hourly Accessorial Pay at $32 an hour for:
  • Breakdown Pay
  • Customer Detention
  • Layover
  • Tank wash
• Longevity Bonus:
  • 0-2 years - current program ($0.72/mile all miles/$32/hour
  • 2-5 years - $0.03/mile increase, $2/hour increase
  • 5+ years - $0.02/mile increase, $1/hour increase Driver will not qualify for annual increase based off of incentive bonus
• Paid via direct deposit weekly

Benefits & Perks

• Great company benefits starting the first of the month after 30 days of employment:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Basic Life/Voluntary Life
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • 401K Match & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • 1 Week Paid Time Off for new drivers
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Teladoc
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefits
• Orientation every Monday!
• Paid orientation and on the job training
• Fast interview and onboarding process
• 24/7 Availability to dispatch
• Parking for personal vehicles
• Fuel program and .10 per gallon discount at Loves and Flying J
• Slip Seating: No

Home Time, Route, & Schedule

• OTR: Out 2-3 Weeks, Home 3-4 days
• Level of Touch: Hydra-chem pump (for quicker offloading)

Equipment

• Newer Sleeper Trucks with APU
• Mostly Automatics
• Governed speed: 68 mph cruise or pedal

Qualifications

• Must be at least 22 years of age
• Must have CDL A license
• 1 Year Tractor Trailer Experience within the Last 3 Years or 1 Year Tanker Experience in the Last 10 Years
• Will train on Tanker if no experience
• Must have or be willing to obtain (company will reimburse costs):
  • Tanker and Hazmat Endorsement
  • TWIC Card
• Have no alcohol or drug related convictions in the last seven (7) years. Have no more than two (2) convictions in the last 25 years
• Have never tested positive for drugs or alcohol under Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines
• Have no more than 7 jobs in the last 3 years
• Have no more than 3 moving violations or preventable accidents within the last 3 years
• No speeding tickets in any motor vehicle at or above 80 mph or 15 mph over the posted speed limit in the last 12 months,
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical examination, Drug Test, and be in physical condition to perform all essential functions required by the driver's job description, with or without reasonable accommodations
• Hiring Radius: Drivers must live in the Midwest Region or be willing to relocate for this position

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