CDL Truck Driver Jobs

A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Truck Driver plays a critical role in the transportation industry by ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods. Their tasks include planning routes, inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and complying with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods). It is their responsibility to manage loads, keep logs of their activities, report any incidents or issues encountered, and maintain a professional and customer-focused attitude. CDL Truck Drivers are key links in the supply chain, as they facilitate the movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers, impacting sectors such as retail, food services, and manufacturing.

Prior to becoming a CDL Truck Driver, an individual might have held roles such as a delivery driver, warehouse worker, or freight handler. These positions provide the necessary experience in handling goods, understanding delivery protocols, and operating within the logistics sector. In addition to prior experience, a CDL Truck Driver must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and often undergo further specialized training depending on the type of materials they transport. Essential skills for this role include a solid understanding of road safety, excellent time management to ensure timely deliveries, mechanical knowledge to perform basic vehicle maintenance, and physical stamina to manage long hours on the road.

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Local CDL A Truck Driver / Yard Spotter

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 8 hours ago

Qualifications Valid Commercial Driver's License Class A Proven experience as a class A CDL driver with a satisfactory MVR driving record....

Midwest Class A Drivers

  • New Hope, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • New Hope, KY
  • 18 hours ago

If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!...

Regional Class A Drivers

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 18 hours ago

If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!...

Propane Delivery Representative

  • Pleasant Gap, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Gap, PA
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number: 25925 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

Class A CDL Driver OKC

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 1 day ago

Must possess a Class A CDL and pass all pre-employment DOT and company requirements....

National Retail Systems

Switcher ( North Bergen )

Requirements: Class A CDL. 1 Year experience Safe driving record (MVR, CSA, and previous employment). Ability to pass DOT pre-employment drug screening and meet DOT medical requirements....

MRA Mobile Experiential

CDL Driver / Drive Team ( Remote )

Hit the Road with MRA! We take brands on the road, turning big ideas into mobile experiences that connect with people nationwide. With new clients and exciting projects, we’re growing fast and...

Remote Work

Wegmans CDL Truck Driver

  • Pottsville, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Pottsville, PA
  • 4 days ago

Schedule: Full time Availability: Applying To This Requisition Allows You To Be Considered For Multiple Opportunities. Please Provide As Much Availability That Works With Your Schedule. Age...

Regional Class A Drivers: $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

  • Lewiston, NE
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewiston, NE
  • 4 days ago

If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!...

. $400 2 DAY PAID ORIENTATION CLASS A CDL AND MEDICAL CARD REQUIRED MUST HAVE OTR EXP, THESE ARE NOT LOCAL JOBS!...

Remote Work

Semi-Truck Driver - Full Time

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 6 days ago

As a Truck Driver, you will be responsible for supporting the Distribution Centers by driving semi-tractor vehicles, bobtail trucks, van and working in the warehouse. The drivers primary...

Semi-Truck Driver - Full Time - Internal

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 6 days ago

As a Truck Driver, you will be responsible for supporting the Distribution Centers by driving semi-tractor vehicles, bobtail trucks, van and working in the warehouse. The drivers primary...

Entry Log Truck Driver - Pe Ell

  • Pe Ell, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Pe Ell, WA
  • 8 days ago

Verifiable high school diploma or equivalent Valid Class A CDL Minimum 1-year Class A CDL driving experience Current DOT medical card Driving record must be clear of current incidents/citations Ability...

J Severino Construction

CDL Drivers Wanted

Severino Construction, Inc. is currently in search of dedicated Class A and B CDL drivers to join our team. As a reputable construction company based in Ashtabula, Ohio, we specialize in a variety...

SunEnergy1

Lowboy Truck Driver

The duties of the Truck Driver as determined by SunEnergy1 standards are to include, but are not limited to: · Responsible for transporting cargo from one place to another using tractor-trailer...

CDL Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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How to Get Your Class A CDL and Become a Truck Driver
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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
4.4%
Some College
3.7%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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