CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cartersville, GA

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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CDL - A Drivers - Earn $1,200 - $1,600 Average Per Week

  • Holly Springs, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Holly Springs, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 4 hours ago

Heavy-Duty Satisfaction You don't just drive one of our tanks - you thrive in the pride of rolling heavy-duty machinery few others can handle. You revel in the kind of pay and benefits most...

Experienced CDL-A Reefer Driver - Earn Up to 65 CPM + Great Benefits

  • Powder Springs, GA (22 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Powder Springs, GA (22 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 6 hours ago

J&R Schugel is now hiring CDL-A Reefer Drivers Earn Up To 65 CPM - Onboarding Bonus! (Must have a valid CDL-A license and 6 months of experience.) J&R Schugel is looking for motivated, successful,...

OTR CDL A Truck Driver

  • Waleska, GA (17 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Waleska, GA (17 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 13 hours ago

CDL-A Solos Start up to $0.60 CPM Base! Teams Start up to $0.75 CPM Base. Veteran Appreciation Pay that Wont Cost you Your Benefits! Excellent Pay, Flexible Time Off, and Great Benefits! At PTL,...

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver: Avg $1,700+/wk & Home Weekly

  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 14 hours ago

U.S. Xpress is offering a dedicated HOME WEEKLY opportunity that averages $1,700+ per week...including paid vacation and great benefits! Plenty of freight available.

Roll Off Driver - CDL B (Manual Transmission)

  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement....

55cpm Cartersville,GA CDL OTR Class A drivers needed

  • Cartersville, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cartersville, GA
  • 1 day ago

Family owned company is looking for a driver that lives in Cartersville,GA/Atlanta area.MUST be responsible,energetic person that wants to drive and make money. Paying 55CPM to Start with.We can...

Truck Driver - Home Daily - CDL A

  • Cartersville, GA (3 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cartersville, GA (3 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

What youll need to succeed as a Truck Driver at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 21 years of age Valid Class A commercial driver's license Safe driving record and history Currently possess or...

Regional Cdl A Drivers Home Daily Or Weekly $1,500 $2,200

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

NOW HIRING CLASS A DRIVERS! Home Weekly Options $1,500 $2,200+ Per Week Full Benefits + 401(k) Match No Touch Freight Steady Miles Paid Orientation + Travel Reimbursement WHAT WE OFFER: Pay:...

Lowes Dedicated Truck Driver CDL A

  • Adairsville, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Adairsville, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Average Pay: $1,200 / wk ($1,050 / wk guaranteed) Home Time: OTR - Home every 7 days or greater Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 4AM start time Equipment Type(s): Dry Van Driver Activity: Drop & hook...

E&F Nesting is Hiring: OTR Box Truck Driver - 26ft

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

E&F Nesting is Hiring: OTR Box Truck Driver (26ft) Serious Drivers Only! Are you a motivated, reliable driver ready to hit the road and get paid for your hustle? E&F Nesting is seeking...

360$ Daily for CDL Class A driver.

  • Powder Springs, GA (22 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Powder Springs, GA (22 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for ONE cdl class A local driver to pull containers out of the NS Austell rail. Home everyday. Must Have Container Experience. Drop and Hook Round trip route from Braselton to NS Austell....

Dry Van Regional CDL Truck Driver Average $80,000 per Year No-Touch Freight Canton , GA

  • Canton, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Canton, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Dry Van Regional CDL Truck Driver | Average $80,000 per Year | No-Touch Freight | Canton, GA Canton, GA Posted: 4/14/2025 Team Number: 272 About the Job Ruan is looking for Class A CDL drivers to be...

CDL B Driver

  • Euharlee, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Euharlee, GA
  • 4 days ago

Title: CDL B Driver Pay: $16.50 City: Cartersville Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:30am - 5pm Description: Must be able to drive CDL B with no restrictions Will be driving tandem dump truck with...

Truck Driver - Local Class A

  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Earn $24.50 per hour Drop and hook Local, home daily What you will do: Perform multi-stop deliveries of parts and supplies to automotive...

Class A CDL Monday- Friday /Home daily Drivers needed immediately

  • Powder Springs, GA (22 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Powder Springs, GA (22 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Pennrow Logistics is seeking a full- time CDL-A Truck Drivers with a minimum of 6 months Intermodal /Container experience to join our team for Local-Home Daily Routes. We have automatic trucks and...

Demographic Data for Cartersville, GA

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cartersville, GA

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 Cartersville, GA 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 Cartersville, GA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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