CDL Truck Driver Jobs in East Taunton, MA

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 Driver Local

West Wareham, MA (14 miles from East Taunton, MA)
10 hours ago

West Wareham, MA (14 miles from East Taunton, MA)
10 hours ago

Pay Rate: $27.50 per hour JOB SUMMARY Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or pickup of a container...

Dry Van CDL-A Truck Driver - HIRING NOW - Up to $90k!

Taunton, MA (6 miles from East Taunton, MA)
19 hours ago

Taunton, MA (6 miles from East Taunton, MA)
19 hours ago

HAVE YOUR CDL-A? SPEAK WITH A SEATING SPECIALIST TODAY! ... Real Miles. Real Money. Western Express has immediate openings in our Dry Van division for company drivers and driver trainers! (CDL-A...

Class B Drivers Wanted

Acushnet, MA (12 miles from East Taunton, MA)
19 hours ago

Acushnet, MA (12 miles from East Taunton, MA)
19 hours ago

Class B Drivers Wanted compensation: competitive rates employment type: job title: Class B Drivers Wanted Class B drivers needed. Paving experience a plus, competitive rates with paid major...

Car Haulers-Auto Transport Drivers Wanted

Dighton, MA (7 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Dighton, MA (7 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Car Haulers-Auto Transport Drivers Wanted Trans Cargo Inc image 1 of 7 compensation: Car Haulers-Auto Transport Drivers Wanted employment type: job title: Car Haulers-Auto Transport Drivers Wanted...

Non-CDL Delivery Driver! $24/HR! Weekends Off! 84 Shifts!

Raynham, MA (5 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Raynham, MA (5 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Non-CDL Delivery Driver! $24/HR! Weekends Off! 8-4 Shifts! (Raynham, MA) Optimum Staffing Solutions image 1 of 1 compensation: $24/HR! employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Non...

Class B Truck Driver

Mansfield, MA (14 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Mansfield, MA (14 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Trillium Drivers is now seeking CDL Class B drivers for local deliveries. Driver will be operating a straight truck flatbed with an automatic transmission hauling metal materials. Load securement...

Box Truck Driver

West Bridgewater, MA (10 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

West Bridgewater, MA (10 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

box truck driver compensation: $33 employment type: job title: class b cdl driver Looking for a part time morning driver to haul mail out of West Bridgewater/Brockton area. Must pass a USPS...

Local Truck Driver

South Easton, MA (11 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

South Easton, MA (11 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Looking for dedicated truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring local CDL-B drivers! Become a Dedicated Contract Services driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a single...

Driver CDL A

Seekonk, MA (15 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Seekonk, MA (15 miles from East Taunton, MA)
1 day ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a...

Driver - CDL B

Avon, MA (18 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

Avon, MA (18 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call...

Part-time CDL Class-A Tractor-Trailer Driver

Pawtucket, RI (19 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

Pawtucket, RI (19 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

Retirees welcome! Two days a week available. Monday through Friday options. Part-time. Swaps, drops, and hooks locally. Starting at 7 am or earlier. Easy Work - no freight handling. Minimum 5...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Recent Grads Welcome - Home Weekends

Plymouth, MA (19 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

Plymouth, MA (19 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

TMC is now hiring CDL-A Recent Graduates! Earn $100,000+ Annually - Home Every Weekend Recent Graduate or Limited Experience? No Problem! Why Choose TMC? New drivers are earning $100,000+...

CDL Delivery Driver (Class A)

Attleboro, MA (15 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

Attleboro, MA (15 miles from East Taunton, MA)
2 days ago

Must have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL). Class A License required. Must have a clear three (3) year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)....

Owner Operator OTR Class A Driver

Cranston, RI (20 miles from East Taunton, MA)
3 days ago

Cranston, RI (20 miles from East Taunton, MA)
3 days ago

Clean Harbors is looking for a OTR Class A Dry Van Owner Operator to join their safety conscious team in Cranston, RI. This route runs from Cranston, RI to El Dorado, AR. and averages 3000 miles...

Non-CDL Delivery Driver

Taunton, MA (6 miles from East Taunton, MA)
3 days ago

Taunton, MA (6 miles from East Taunton, MA)
3 days ago

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the...

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Demographic Data for East Taunton, MA

Moving to East Taunton, MA? Find some basic demographic data about East Taunton, MA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in East Taunton, MA

Local

National

Total Population

6,882

Number of Businesses

109

City Size

Medium/Sm

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How to Get Your Class A CDL and Become a Truck Driver

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How To Become a Truck Driver

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in East Taunton, MA

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 East Taunton, MA 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 East Taunton, MA

None

39.3%

1-2 years

31.7%

Less than 1 year

29.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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