CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Driver

  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a full-time CDL Truck Driver in the Green Bay, WI area to deliver refined fuels and gas to CHS customer locations in a safe and efficient manner....

Hazmat Truck Driver

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a full-time CDL Truck Driver in the Green Bay, WI area to deliver refined fuels and gas to CHS customer locations in a safe and efficient manner....

driver's license Must have 6 months experience Minimum age of 21 J&R Schugel Continues to Invest in its Drivers in 2025!...

Truck Driver (Commercial Front Load)

  • Monona, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Monona, WI
  • 5 hours ago

Starting Pay: Up to $26/hr (Higher Based on EXP) Long Term Career Opportunity -15 days of PTO -4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and...

Hiring CDL A Drivers,Rent,O/O no dispatch fee,1st week, accept SAP

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Are you a CDL A Owner Operator or a CDL A driver looking for Owner Operator opportunity? Then you are at the right place, we provide steady work year around, excellent pay package, and freedom of...

Truck Driver - Class A Doubles Flex - Penske Logistics

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $120000 annually $5000 retention bonus What you will do: This position requires the driver to travel regionally to work at various...

Local Hazmat CDL Truck Driver $0.62 per Mile Avg. $100,000 / Year

  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Ruan is looking for Class A CDL hazmat drivers based in Madison, WI, to transport and deliver liquid oxygen, nitrogen, or argon for a dedicated customer. Cryogenic liquids are used in a variety of...

Flatbed CDL Truck Driver Paid Weekly Monday to Friday

  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fond du Lac, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Ruan is hiring Class A CDL drivers to be based in Fond du Lac, WI, to haul finished product for our dedicated customer, Chicago Tube & Iron Company (CTI)! CTI is one of the largest specialty steel...

CDL A Driver

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - $6,000 Sign On Bonus

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Class A CDL Drivers - Specialized Division Looking to add some excitement to your driving career? Want to stand out among other drivers on the road? Koch Trucking is looking to hire CDL-A truck...

Local CDL-A Drivers - Home Daily - Weekends Off!

  • Neenah, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Neenah, WI
  • 6 hours ago

., Inc. is hiring class A CDL truck drivers at our various terminals....

CDL-A Truck Driver - Company Drivers and Independent Contractors

  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Manitowoc, WI
  • 8 hours ago

Dart is Now Hiring CDL-A Drivers! Company Drivers - Start at 55-60 CPM* Independent Contractors - Sign & Drive w/No Money Down Solo Company Driver Benefits: 55 to 60 CPM average starting pay -...

Class A CDL Driver $1500 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 11 hours ago

Class A CDL Driver | $1,500 Sign-on Bonus |$28/hr | Overnights Required | At Bunzl, we consider our Drivers as the heart of our business, serving as both ambassadors for the company and the key...

CDL Truck Driver (Class B)

  • Little Suamico, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Little Suamico, WI
  • 13 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provideopportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately knownas team green, a name that unites us all under our...

Class A Driver - 4443

  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sturtevant, WI
  • 13 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: We are seeking an enthusiastic, customer focuseddriver with a Class A license experience driving large trucks to utilizeyour experience across the Sturtevant, WI Plant. You will...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Wisconsin

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



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