To be the best at what we choose to do, as recognized by our coworkers, customers, and competitors.
WHAT MAKES
US RELIABLE
At Reliable Tank Line, hauling petroleum products is what we do—but who we are runs far deeper. Since 1929, we’ve been trusted to deliver fuel safely and efficiently from Virginia to Georgia. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with terminals across the Southeast, our reach is broad—but our roots are personal.
We are proud to be a family-founded, values-driven company where relationships matter. Whether you’re a driver, customer, or a community partner, you’re more than just a transaction. You’re part of the reason we do what we do. And at the heart of everything we do is a commitment to safety—because nothing is more important than getting everyone home at the end of the day.
OUR CULTURE
Reliable Tank Line isn’t just another carrier. We know your name. We support you like family. And we believe that when our people thrive, so does our business.
From your first day on the job, you’re welcomed by a team that wants to see you succeed. From operations and logistics to safety and support services, everyone plays a vital role in moving our company—and our communities—forward. That includes looking out for one another and holding safety as a shared responsibility across every role and terminal.
Our company culture is rooted in respect, transparency, and accountability. We believe in honest communication, celebrating wins, and being there for one another when the road gets tough. That sense of community is what sets us apart—and it’s why so many of our team members choose to stay for the long haul.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
We live by our core ideology:
To do it because it is right
To treat others as we would like to be treated
To be financially responsible
To be better today than yesterday
These aren’t just values on a wall—they’re the compass guiding our decisions, and each team member is trusted to live them out with integrity and consistency every day.
Whether you’re looking for a career with purpose or a partner you can count on, Reliable Tank Line delivers more than fuel. We deliver peace of mind, lasting relationships, and a commitment to doing what’s right—every time.
Safe. Trusted. Reliable.
Our History
Reliable Tank Line was founded in 1934—at the height of the Great Depression—as a bold solution to the high cost of fuel transportation. At that time, Quality Oil Company relied on rail shipments from Wilmington, North Carolina, to bring petroleum products inland. While effective, this method proved costly and inefficient.
Recognizing an opportunity, Quality Oil launched its own transport operation, leveraging trucks to gain greater control over delivery and cost. This initiative quickly proved successful, reducing expenses and paving the way for long-term growth.
As demand grew, so did the scope of operations. What began as an internal distribution arm evolved into a full-service carrier serving customers across the Southeast. In 1984, the company was renamed Reliable Tank Line to better reflect its expanding role as a common carrier.
Today, Reliable operates across Virginia, the Carolinas, Georgia, and beyond—delivering fuel safely, efficiently, and with a commitment to excellence that spans generations. Under the leadership of an experienced executive team, we remain grounded in our core values while embracing the innovations that drive our industry forward.
I have been in petroleum for 4 years, but I am new to Reliable. When I first came here, I was impressed with the top to bottom professionalism.
– Roanoke Driver
I don’t just teach the job, I teach a driver to be successful. And when he or she is, we all win.
– Greensboro Trainer
I came to RTL with a year of “experience” hauling gas from another petroleum transport company. It actually was a lack of experience; I was trained to read a sheet of paper and match it to a computer screen with ONE customer. At RTL I have truly been trained to use problem solving skills to evaluate a load, product, or the customer’s needs. I learned enough to become a trainer, and now I train drivers to evaluate every decision that they make to ensure it’s the RIGHT thing to do. I emphasize safety, efficiency, and most of all, common sense before pushing any buttons or opening any valves. These are the things that I have learned at RTL and the things that I hope to pass down.
– Charlotte Trainer and 2013 Trainer of the Year