CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Tonawanda, 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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CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Daily - Average $78,691/Year - 3 months Exp.

  • Lake View, NY (19 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • moments ago
  • Lake View, NY (19 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • moments ago

C.R. England is Now Hiring Local Intermodal CDL-A Drivers in Buffalo, NY! Home Daily - Drivers Average $78,691 Yearly* Valid CDL-A and 3+ months of current experience required. This lane is not...

Non-CDL Truck Driver (Tractor Trailer)

  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: A Non-CDL Driver is responsible for safely operating a vehicle and promptly completing assigned daily tasks. In addition, the Non-CDL Driver is responsible for ensuring the...

Class A Truck Driver

  • Gasport, NY (21 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Gasport, NY (21 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 11 hours 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...

CDL class A driver up to $3000 per week

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

We are a small family-owned company with more than 10 years of trucking experience. We are looking for hard-working drivers who are ready to start making money. Driver requirements: Valid CDL A...

CDL/ Class B Driver Needed

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Seasonal driver needed. -must have either CDL or Class B license -must be able to drive a manual transmission

CDL A Truck Driver- Home Daily

  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Niagara Falls, NY For more Details Call Danielle or Text "Niagara Falls" to ......

CDL-A Truck Driver Local

  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 21 hours ago

CDL A City P&D Drivers, Starting at $30.56 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Our drivers are home every day! Available PTO may be used immediately upon hire. Come and experience the...

CDL A TRUCK DRIVER, regional

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Flight Express Inc is offering a well-paying job for CDL- A Drivers NORTHEAST Regional Position must drive 18 speed manual transmission Office ... We are based in Rochester NY Pay: ALL MILES....

pickup truck Driver

  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Tonawanda, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Full-time Description Primary Purpose: Delivery of equipment to customers/provide familiarization training/Pick up equipment. Essential Functions: Safely load/unload rental equipment in...

CDL Class A Driver - Reworld - Parkard Rd- Niagara

  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 1 day ago

at Covanta Projects LLC in Niagara Falls, New York, United States Job Description Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our...

Truck Driver CDL A No Touch

  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Niagara Falls, NY For more Details Call Ashley or Text "Niagara Falls"...

CDL-A Truck Driver

  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (10 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Driver's License & Clean MVR Required High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred 1-3 years of general work experience required 1+ years of commercial driving experience preferred Previous route...

Truck Driver

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 2 days ago

CDL A Markee Trucking employment type: full-time Looking for a drivers that can run from Logan Township NJ to different parts of the east coast mainly Buffalo NY or MA. Most have 1 year verifiable...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver - Dollar General

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Need CDL training? Explore our company-paid CDL training programs ( or call us at ..., and we can talk you through it....

Now Hiring Truck Drivers .65 Cents Per Mile

  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (6 miles from Tonawanda, NY)
  • 3 days ago

NOW HIRING CDL CLASS A DRIVERS.65 CENTS PER MILE Volvo Trucks Fuel Cards E-Z Pass; Pre- Pass 24-Hour Support Weekly Pay Direct Deposit or Check (by preference) 65 CENTS PER MILE (all miles) $1650...

Demographic Data for Tonawanda, NY

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Tonawanda, 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 Tonawanda, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
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 Tonawanda, NY
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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