CDL Truck Driver Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Truck Driver

  • DC
  • 5 hours ago
  • DC
  • 5 hours ago

Put your driving experience to good use at Schneider. Were looking for experienced drivers who want to maximize their miles and earnings at a company they can rely on. See why experienced drivers...

WHOLESALE pizza and dough manufacturing business is in need of a driver to deliver product to Hotels and Restaurants. No retail involved. Inside work also included in job, packaging, boxing...

Class A CDL Drivers

  • DC
  • 1 day ago
  • DC
  • 1 day ago

Brookfield Site Development, Inc. is hiring full time Class A CDL Drivers for moving equipment and hauling materials to and from our projects in western Winchester, Loudoun, Fauquier and northern...

Specialized- LP CDL A Driver (DE)

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

CRST Specialized Solutions is looking for independent contractors (Lease Purchase) to haul specialty freight across the country. As a Specialized contractor, you choose your home time, loads, and...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Driver's License (CDL) required Meet Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and medical requirements Pass pre-employment substance abuse test as a safety sensitive employee Ability to operate...

Driver with CDL Class A CDL needed (OTR

  • DC
  • 4 days ago
  • DC
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a Truck driver with a Class A CDL license ready to start immediately. Pay rate ranges from $1200-$1500 a week depending on experience and driver's MVR Please feel free to reach out...

Truck Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Job Location Transportation Job Summary: The Truck Driver will support the department in it's operation through the movement of donated goods and other merchandise with company vehicles. Job...

Box Truck Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Job Location Transportation Job Summary: Support the department programs through the movement of donated goods and other merchandise with company vehicles. Job Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1....

Welcome Home! Hirschbach Motor Lines has immediate opportunities on lease for independent contractors. *Experienced drives only. Trainees are not eligible for this offer. Talk to a recruiter for...

CDL Class B drivers

  • DC
  • 6 days ago
  • DC
  • 6 days ago

Santee Trucking is seeking Class B CDL drivers. If you have at least 2 years dump truck driving experience and a clean driving record, give us a call at .... All of our trucks are automatics and...

Truck Driver Trainee/Student/Refresher

  • DC
  • 6 days ago
  • DC
  • 6 days ago

Give us a call @ ... We offer one of the best trainee programs in the country. All you need is a Class A License (No experience needed). We will pay you $600 a week while you go out with a trainer...

Truck Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Driver's License from the state of residency -Experience driving tractor-trailer equipment with at least 110,000 verifiable over-road miles in the last 2.5 years* -Very few moving violations in the...

Class B Truck Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

Now Hiring CDL Class B truck Drivers in Washington DC. Trillium Drivers is now looking for CDL Class B Truck Drivers in DC delivering wine and spirits to different locations. Local driving, will...

Truck Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: This key position will deliver Cambrias products to a specified route of fabricators on time and with accuracy in a friendly and professional manner. As a Truck Driver for...

CDL-A Truck Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago

The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides Real Time information about commercial driver's license (CDL) and commercial learner's permit (CLP) holders' drug and alcohol program violations...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in District of Columbia

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 District of Columbia offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
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 District of Columbia
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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