FAQs

We are proud to be a family-owned and operated company, and our professional CDL tanker drivers become part of that family.

Why Oakley transport?

Hear our drivers tell you why they chose Oakley.

what are the requirements to become an oakley transport driver?

Minimum 22 years of age
Safe Driving Record
Tank Division: 3+ years of verifiable Tanker experience within the last three (5) years. Must be willing to obtain Tanker & Hazmat endorsements.
Dry Van/Reefer Division: 2 years of verifiable Tractor Trailer experience within the last three (3) years.

what positions are open?

Please check out our Job Search page. From there, you can search by job type.

Who can i talk to about driving jobs?

Give us a call at 1 (888) 813-1799 to speak with a recruiter.

DOES OAKLEY USE AUTOMATICS?

We utilize the industry's best tractors and provide late-model trucks to our drivers. Currently, our fleet includes 2019 and newer automatic Volvo Tractors. Learn more about our equipment on our Drivers page.

ARE ALL OF YOUR POSITIONS OVER-THE-ROAD ONLY?

Depending upon where you reside, we have Over-The-Road, Regional, Dedicated and Intra-State positions available. We can focus on custom tailoring lane selection for each driver to work with your home location and our customers to improve your opportunity for home-time. To learn more about the positions open in your area, please call to speak with a recruiter at 1 (877) 882-6537.

I HAVE BEEN APPROVED FOR ORIENTATION. WHERE DO I GO AND HOW LONG IS ORIENTATION?

Orientation is held every Monday in Lake Wales, FL. Depending upon the division, orientation is 2-4 days.

AM I PAID FOR ORIENTATION?

Yes, you will be compensated for your time at orientation and training. Ask your recruiter for more details.

WHAT IS COVERED IN ORIENTATION?

We go over the history, policies, and procedures of Oakley Transport as well as:

Hands-on instruction for pumping product on/off of the tanker
The Smith System Driver Program
Qualcomm system instruction
HOS logging and regulations.

Other topics may be covered depending on the experience levels of the drivers in orientation.

DO I HAVE TO PAY FOR A HOTEL ROOM?

No. Oakley Transport pays for a hotel room for you during orientation and training.

I HAVE NEVER PULLED A TANK, DOES THIS DISQUALIFY ME FROM WORKING FOR OAKLEY TRANSPORT?

No. We train experienced drivers on safe driving, product handling, and pumping.

HOW LONG IS THE TRAINING?

All drivers are evaluated throughout orientation to determine when to release them independently. Depending on the driver's experience, skill, and comfort level with pumps and procedures, training is an average of 3-5 additional days.

I HAVE PULLED TANKER BEFORE BUT I HAVE NEVER PUMPED PRODUCT ON OR OFF THE
TANK. WHAT TYPE OF TRAINING WILL I HAVE TO GO THROUGH?

Depending upon your comfort and skill level, additional pump training is available. The additional training is an average of 3-5 days.