Who We Are & Why We Do It
At Black Gold Tank Lines, we believe this business is built on more than just moving barrels from point A to point B.
It’s built on trust.
It’s built on doing things the right way—every time.
And it’s built on the people behind the wheel who represent our name in the field.
In an industry where shortcuts can cost contracts—and more importantly, cost lives—we’ve made a decision to stand apart. We don’t chase volume at the expense of safety. We don’t cut corners to save time. We operate with a standard that protects our drivers, our partners, and the customers who rely on us every single day.
We take pride in who we are and how we show up. That means being dependable when it matters, accountable when it counts, and consistent in the level of service we deliver.
Our goal isn’t just to haul loads—it’s to build long-term relationships with our customers by proving, day in and day out, that they can rely on us without hesitation.
That standard starts with our drivers.
Our Services
Crude Oil Hauling
Our crude oil hauling service guarantees that your product is transported securely and efficiently, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
Water Hauling
With our real-time fleet coordination, we ensure that every shipment is tracked and managed effectively, providing peace of mind to our clients.
Oilfeild Logistics is Our DNA
Black Gold Tank Lines is a professional crude oil transportation company serving producers, purchasers, and midstream operators. Our team is focused on providing safe, dependable crude hauling supported by experienced drivers, modern equipment, and strong operational oversight.
We understand the importance of keeping production flowing. Our mission is simple: deliver reliable transportation that helps our partners move barrels efficiently while maintaining the highest safety and compliance standards.
Core Compentencies
Safety-First Operations
Safety is the foundation of everything we do. Our drivers follow strict safety protocols, participate in ongoing training, and operate under a safety culture designed to protect our people, our partners, and the communities we serve.
Full DOT Compliance
We maintain rigorous Department of Transportation compliance standards, including driver qualification programs, ELD monitoring, preventative maintenance schedules, and audit-ready documentation to ensure every load is transported safely and legally.
Electronic Ticketing System
Our digital ticketing system provides instant run ticket delivery, faster billing, and improved transparency for our customers.
Real-Time Fleet Tracking
Every truck in our fleet is equipped with GPS tracking, allowing real-time load visibility and accurate dispatch coordination.
Production Protection Mindset
Our mission is simple — keep barrels moving and prevent production interruptions for our partners.
Safety & Compliance
Comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) with live FMCSA safety scores
Hours-of-Service (HOS) logs using Motive ELD system with strict enforcement of federal and state DOT HOS laws
ELD systems have integrated safety monitoring features such as warnings to drivers and alerts to management for speeding, hard cornering, following too close, hard braking, and HOS violations
Documented SOPs for dispatch, drivers, and emergency response
Reliable Equipment & Preventative Maintenance
Our fleet operates under a strict preventative maintenance program designed to minimize downtime and maximize reliability.
Scalable Transportation Capacity
We are structured to scale our fleet as our customers’ production grows, ensuring dependable long-term support.
Relationship-Driven Service
We focus on building long-term partnerships with producers, purchasers, and midstream companies through reliable service and clear communication.
24/7 Dispatch & Operational Support
Our dispatch team is available around the clock to respond to changing production needs and urgent transportation requests.
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Our Service Areas
Meet the Team
matt nevarez
Director of Operations
Matt is a driven oilfield entrepreneur and founder with a proven track record in crude oil transportation and logistics. He has launched and scaled two oil transportation companies, including TexStar Crude Transport, which he successfully built and sold in 2019 after growing the fleet to over 120 trucks.
Beginning in crude hauling, Matt expanded operations nationwide into fuel and petrochemical transport, securing major contracts, including large-scale fuel supply agreements with the U.S. Government. His expertise spans fleet scaling, field operations, logistics, and strategic growth.
Known for his relentless work ethic and results-driven mindset, Matt sets aggressive targets and executes with precision. He is fiercely motivated to grow Black Gold Tank Lines into a dominant, highly competitive force in the industry—without compromising on safety, reliability, or performance.
Matt is committed to raising the standard in oilfield transportation and representing the strength of American entrepreneurship through disciplined execution and continuous growth.
Omar Azzam
chief financial officer
Omar Azzam is an executive leader with over 20 years of experience in financial oversight, operations management, technology leadership, and strategic business development. He brings strong expertise in forecasting, cost control, vendor management, operational planning, and business scaling, supported by a background that bridges finance, systems, and execution. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from University of Massachusetts Boston and a Master of Science in Engineering Management from Southern Methodist University. With this combination of technical and management education, he focuses on building disciplined financial structures, improving operational efficiency, and supporting long-term company growth.
Darren Eby
Director
Safety and Compliance
Darren is an experienced entrepreneur, engineer, and office administration manager with a strong background in construction management and the trucking industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Idaho and began his career with Kiewit Infrastructure Co in 2004, where he played a key role in large-scale projects, including major bridge and highway construction, and power plant development. Such key roles included field engineer, truck boss, project engineer, safety manager, and project manager.
Darren transitioned into the trucking and oilfield industry in 2011. He successfully embraced multiple positions in the office administration realm , eventually earning the title of CFO at TexStar Crude Transport in 2017. He became proficient in financial operations, DOT compliance, accounts payable, accounts receivable , dispatch coordination, and fleet maintenance.
In addition to his business leadership, Darren has hands-on experience as a commercial driver and equipment operator, with a Class A CDL. Therefore he has a clear perspective of what truck drivers and “muscle class” workers experience on a daily basis out in the field.
With a career spanning engineering, operations management, and business ownership, Darren brings a unique combination of technical expertise, leadership, and industry knowledge to every endeavor.
Elizabeth Hargett
Head of dispatch
Elizabeth Hargett brings a comprehensive, dual-perspective approach to her role at Black Gold Tank Lines, LLC, backed by over a decade of specialized experience in both pipeline and trucking logistics.
Before joining Black Gold, Elizabeth spent seven years as a Senior Analyst in Crude Measurement for Energy Transfer. Prior to that, she served as the Lead Analyst for Crude Trucking at Sunoco Logistics. This extensive background allows her to expertly navigate the complex needs of lease operators, midstream partners, and terminal operations.
During her tenure at Sunoco, Elizabeth was instrumental in the onboarding and support of third-party carriers, serving as the primary point of contact for ticket resolution and data accuracy. Her technical leadership was most notable during the development of Sunoco’s proprietary software, L.E.A.P. (Lease Enhanced Applications Project). As the subject matter expert, she helped design a system that integrated handheld GPS technology with ticketing and accounting, streamlining everything from tank strapping management to driver invoicing.
Elizabeth holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Outside of her professional life, she is a devoted mother and an avid gardener. A lifelong lover of music, Elizabeth has a rich history in vocal performance, having sung with the Tar Heel Voices a cappella group during college and later with the Sweet Adelines international harmony organization
