CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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 Class A Driver Flexible Schedule

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Class A Drivers Wanted Join Our Team! Are you an experienced Class A commercial truck driver with a passion for keeping things moving? Were hiring skilled drivers for local pick-up and delivery...

Class A Drivers NEEDED! Palmdale, CA

  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Class A Local Delivery Driver $25/hr | Weekly Pay | Full-Time Location: Palmdale, CA Schedule: ThursdayMonday Start Time: Between 1:00 AM 5:00 AM Pay: $25.00/hour (Straight Time) | Paid Weekly...

Class A Truck Driver Wanted

  • Pico Rivera, CA (21 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pico Rivera, CA (21 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Need a 53 dry van driver Class A. We only haul dry general freight. We go from Los Angeles, CA - Reno, NV. (No Las Vegas). Be home weekends. - NEED two years of experience no exceptions. Clean...

Truck Driver - Local Class A Doubles and Hazmat - Average $83200 Annually - Penske Logistics

  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A Doubles and Hazmat CDL Truck Drivers Average $83200 annually Local, home daily What you will do: Work at various dedicated accounts and shifts locally...

CDL-A Company Driver - Multiple Route Options - Earn $75k+/Year

  • Lynwood, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lynwood, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Werner is now hiring CDL-A Company Drivers Multiple Route Options and Pay Packages! More Than Half of Our Professional Drivers Make Over $75,000 and Our Top 25% Make Over $85,000! Great Pay &...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Time Options - Avg Up to $85k/Year

  • La Habra, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • La Habra, CA (14 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Werner is now hiring Dedicated CDL-A Drivers Average Earnings of $75,000 - $85,000 Per Year Great Pay & Home Time Whether you're a seasoned veteran with a knack for hauling refrigerated freight or...

CDL Truck Driver Commercial - 2331841

  • Carson, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Carson, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation,...

CDL Truck Driver Commercial - 2332050

  • Chino, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chino, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation,...

Truck Driver CDL A Yard

  • Chino, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chino, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO CDL Yard Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Chino, CA! For More Info Call Gloria or Text "Chino" to ... You might be wondering what your...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Competitive Pay + Home Time Options

  • Bell, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bell, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Werner is Now Hiring CDL-A Company Drivers! More Than Half of Our Professional Drivers Make Over $75,000 and Our Top 25% Make Over $85,000! Multiple Route and Home Time Options to Fit Your...

CDL-A TRUCK DRIVER PORT. Job in Corona Gr8Jobs

  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: Be at least 23 years old Possess a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) or Class B Have a minimum of 6 months commercial driving experience Have good interpersonal communication and...

On-Demand Truck Driver (Flexible Hours) Los Angeles, CA

  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 1 day ago

On-Demand Truck Driver (Flexible Hours) - Los Angeles, CA Industry: Transportation Job Type: Local Pay Rate: $27.00 - $30.00 Work Hours: Flexible Location: Compton, CA Job Perks: Benefits,...

CDL Truck Driver Residential

  • Carson, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carson, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,...

Class A or B - ROLL OFF TRUCK driver needed..

  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Hey, were looking for Full time driver willing to work with flex type schedule hours. Mostly day shift hours but possible adjustments depending on our loads. class A or B driver to operate our...

Tanker driver class A license

  • Bell, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bell, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Tanker driver class A license Need hazmat endorsement and Tanker Endorsement pay $1700 up to 2000+ weekly and up + We take Bio diesel from refinery to refinery no gas stations easy money You need...

Demographic Data for Santa Ana, CA

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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 in Santa Ana, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Some College
3.7%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

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



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