CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Farmingdale, NY

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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Tractor trailer Driver , CDL class A

  • Mount Vernon, NY (24 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (24 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Hauls between MAINE to PA 95 % come back to nyc with Poland Spring water. 75% sleep home every other night

Local Class B CDL Truck Driver

  • Farmingville, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Farmingville, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Local Class B CDL Truck Driver Industry: Transportation Job Type: Local Pay Rate: $25.00 - $25.00 Work Hours: Day Shift Location: Farmingville, NY Job Perks: Benefits, Home Daily, Overtime Available...

TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED IMMED -CDL Class B

  • Maspeth, NY (24 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Maspeth, NY (24 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 2 days ago

IMMEDITATE OPPORTUNITY - HIRING CDL DRIVERS. Are you looking for a career? We want to meet you. You'll be driving and making deliveries for a company that's been in business and servicing the food...

Driver - Class B CDL Delivery

  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for loading, transporting and delivering material to customer sites. Drives delivery vehicle and/or trailer combination to transport material to customer sites. CDL driver operates...

Northeast Regional Class A Driver - $2100/wk

  • Glen Oaks, NY (14 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glen Oaks, NY (14 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago

US Prime Freight Systems Inc., a growing and reliable logistics company, is looking to hire experienced CDL Drivers for East Coast regional trucking routes (No NYC). We are a professional and...

CDL class A driver WANTED

  • South Ozone Park, NY (20 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Ozone Park, NY (20 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for a Class A CDL driver (OTR) Immediate hire At least 2 years of experience Be able to drive 10 speed manual shift Great pay - weekly basis Call 917-2one3-125eight

CDL Truck Driver- Tractor Trailer - 2332032

  • Holtsville, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Holtsville, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without...

CDL Truck Driver- Tractor Trailer

  • Holtsville, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Holtsville, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,...

CDL Class A Driver

  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Overview dnata is hiring CDL Class A Drivers at JFK Airport Pay Rate $28.00/hr * Weekly pay, 401K, paid time off, paid training and company uniforms * We are Reconnecting a Better World through...

CDL B Truck Driver

  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 4 days ago

CDL B Truck Driver: 4-day work week Mostly local runs On the job training and uniforms provided Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision benefits after 30 days Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick...

Driver Cdl B

  • Bay Shore, NY (12 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (12 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 7 days ago

un DRIVER CDL B (BAYSHORE) WAYSIDE FENCE CO. 63 3RD AVE. near Union Blvd compensation: $30/HR employment type: job title: DRIVER Driver wanted for flat bed deliveries...This is a physical job...

Class A Truck Driver

  • Bethpage, NY (2 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY (2 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Trillium Drivers is now seeking Class A CDL Drivers in Bethpage, NY! Pay rate is $30.24 per hour. Schedule is Sunday evening to Friday morning, 8pm to 4am, average 40 hours with possible OT. This...

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver

  • Brentwood, NY (10 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brentwood, NY (10 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 10 days ago

CDL-A dedicated truck driver jobs offer weekly home time! Are you getting the very best your carrier has to offer? Recognized as a TCA Elite Fleet for 2025 as one of the Best Places to Drive, it's...

Catering Event Staff needed/ Food truck Drivers

  • Baldwin, NY (10 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Baldwin, NY (10 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 10 days ago

driver's license Ability to handle physical workload Strong work ethic Please respond by email, (include a phone number), along with your name Once contacted, the interview process starts there....

Demographic Data for Farmingdale, NY

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Farmingdale, NY

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 Farmingdale, NY 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 Farmingdale, NY
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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