CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Kentucky

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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Class A CDL Drivers - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 4 hours ago

The Opportunity CLASS A CDL DRIVERS At Online Transport, we have a driver first mentality as we understand they are the lifeblood of the company. We offer our drivers a variety of career options...

Class A CDL Driver / Equipment Operator (ICSS)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 hours ago

Clean Harbors in Louisville, KY is seeking a Class A CDL Driver / Equipment Operator (ICSS) to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the...

Full Time - CDL Delivery Driver

  • Hazard, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hazard, KY
  • 6 hours 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 DEF Tanker Driver

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 hours ago

DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS: Each driver must have a Commercial Driver's License and other appropriate endorsements (HazMat, Tanker, Doubles/Triples) and state requirements as required by law....

HOME WEEKLY Dedicated CDL-A Driver

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 8 hours ago

Job Location Home WEEKLY - % Pay - 27-30% per load - Avg $1,600/Week Home Weekly 27%-30% - Percentage Pay - earn more as your production increases! Average $1,500 per week At least 6 months of...

Class A CDL - Refined Fuel Driver

  • Williamsburg, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Williamsburg, KY
  • 8 hours ago

Pay: $23.50-$26.50 / Hour We are currently seeking an experienced Fuel Transport Driver with an excellent driving record. The right candidate will have a Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker...

Class A CDL Truck Driver- Ice Cream Shuttle

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 13 hours ago

Class A CDL Truck Driver- Ice Cream Shuttle Job Category: UDFT/Prescott Requisition Number: CLASS003536 Posting Details Posted: April 10, 2025 Full-Time Remote Locations Showing 1 location Erlanger,...

CDL A Tanker Drivers - Round Trip Runs - Avg $1,500 to $2,400 Weekly

  • Ashland, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Dart America hiring tanker drivers. Round trip runs with pay average $1,500 to $2,400 weekly TANKER DRIVERS Home time weekly, Home most weekends Round trip runs hauling carbon Guaranteed $1,500...

Class A CDL Driver

  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Take a moment to review a video to learn more about driving for Mauser: Monday-Friday (Regional / Local Routes) Home Daily Driver Friendly Quarterly Safety Bonus! Potential earnings of $2,000 for...

CDL A Truck Driver - Great Pay

  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Job Info Job Location: Franklin, KY Route Type: Regional Type of Assignment: Direct Hire Hours Per Shift: 12 Hours Hours Per Week: 60 Hours Shift Start Time: 06:00 pm Working Days: Mon-Fri...

Truck Driver Shuttle Class A

  • Hebron, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hebron, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Doubles and Triples Endorsement preferred, but willing to train!...

CDL A Truck Drivers - Drive for RG Transport (Red Gold) Apply Today!

  • Lexington, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 17 hours ago

At RG Transport our Drivers Come FIRST! Apply Today! Keep More of the Money You Earn; Low Cost Health Benefits! $71 per week* for Anthem Family Plan! (*Non-Tobacco Users) Price includes Health,...

Delivery & Installation CDL Truck Driver

  • Grayson, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Grayson, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Requisition Number: 26119 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nation's premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

CDL-A Team Truck Drivers

  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 hours ago

Team Drivers - Become the Newest Member of our Freight Team! Prestera Trucking, Inc of South Point, Ohio, is currently looking for qualified team drivers to help manage our accounts throughout the...

Truck Driver - Hiker/Vehicle Transporter/CDL - Part Time in KY

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 1 day ago

Location: 3721 O Hara Rd, Erlanger, KY 41018 Weekend availability Position Summary: Penske Truck Leasing seeks highly motivated and qualified applicants to fill the unique position of Hiker...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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