CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Brighton, CO

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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Distribution Driver CDL B

  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 3 hours ago

Driver's License required Must be at least 21 years of age Physical Demands Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping Additional...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver - Blish-Mize

  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 12 hours ago

Dedicated truck driver - Blish-Mize Average pay: $1,300-$1,600 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Haul hardware merchandise on liftgate trailers. + 100% hand unloads...

CDL Truck Driver - Class A - Platte River Warehouse

  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 23 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Driver, CDL (Commercial Driver's License) will travel using intercity routes to include local roads, interstates, and highways....

Dedicated truck driver - Niagara Bottling Top drivers earn up to $81,500

  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Live within 30 miles of Denver, CO. Need CDL training?...

Dedicated truck driver - Blish-Mize Top drivers earn up to $88,000 Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus

  • Henderson, CO (6 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Henderson, CO (6 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). HazMat endorsement required with 60 days of hire. Live within 60 miles of Henderson, CO. Need CDL training?...

Class A Driver

  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Centerline is your one access point to limitless truck driving opportunities. Our job is to connect you with safe, rewarding work at top companies while maintaining your flexibility and work/life...

Class A CDL Truck Driver

  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Centerline is your one access point to limitless truck driving opportunities. Our job is to connect you with safe, rewarding work at top companies while maintaining your flexibility and work/life...

CDL Class A Driver

  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Job Purpose: Our CDL Class A Truck Driver will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our clients by partnering with a successful team of innovative and value driven employees to...

Full Time - CDL Delivery Driver

  • Brighton, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Brighton, CO
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions: Customer Service Provides SMART customer service at all times through the daily execution of Lowe's customer service policies, procedures and programs Seeks out customers to...

Class A Drivers Needed

  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Hiring class A CDL Drivers Run 48 States Dedicated Dry Van We OFFER: Great Pay Experienced Solo up to.50 CPM (2 years Experience Bonus.05 CPM Safety/Fuel Bonus) Ask about more details! Experienced...

Truck Driver CDL Class A Home Daily

  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (16 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Denver, CO For More Info Call Gloria or Text "Denver" to ......

CDL,A Truck Driver

  • Englewood, CO (23 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, CO (23 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 1 day ago

The CDL Truck Driver is responsible for the transportation of goods utilizing a tractor-trailer combination....

CDL A Truck Driver

  • Mead, CO (23 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mead, CO (23 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Mead JOIN THE US FOODS TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the food service industry? Schedule : Looking for more home time? 92% of our drivers are home daily!...

Class A Truck Driver

  • Frederick, CO (19 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Frederick, CO (19 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 2 days ago

JOIN THE US FOODS TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the food service industry? Schedule : Looking for more home time? 92% of our drivers are home daily! Tuesday Saturday...

Truck Driver - Local Class A - Penske Logistics

  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Brighton, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $81000 annually Weekends Off AM dispatch Local, Home Daily What you will do: Perform multi-stop deliveries of parts and supplies...

Demographic Data for Brighton, CO

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Brighton, CO

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 Brighton, CO 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 Brighton, CO
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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