Regional CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Mexico

A Regional CDL Truck Driver plays a crucial role in the transportation industry, primarily responsible for transporting goods from one region to another, adhering to specific delivery timelines, and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of freight. They are required to inspect their vehicle before and after trips, follow appropriate safety procedures during cargo handling, and maintain logs of their activities. These professionals often spend considerable time on the road, requiring them to have excellent navigation skills and a strong understanding of the regional transport networks.

The role requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), along with strong physical stamina, attention to detail, good communication skills, and an impeccable driving record. Additional certifications, such as those for handling hazardous materials, can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Regional CDL Truck Driver, an individual could have roles such as a Delivery Driver, Local Truck Driver, or a Forklift Operator, all of which provide valuable experience in transportation, navigation, and the handling of goods.

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Line Haul Driver

  • Farmington, NM
  • 17 hours ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 17 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Farmington MSA $38k - $54k Per Year Line Haul Driver Saia Inc Occupation: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Location: Farmington, NM - 87401 Positions...

Class A Linehaul Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago

A CDL At least 21 years of age 1 year of commercial driving experience No DUI's or DWI's (in the past 3 years) No more than 3 traffic violations (in past 3 years) Must have Hazmat, Doubles/Triples,...

Linehaul Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 15 days ago

AAA Cooper Transportation, founded in 1955, is an asset based multi-regional trucking company providing less-than-truckload, truck load, dedicated contract carriage, brokerage and international...

Class A Float Linehaul Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 28 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 28 days ago

A CDL At least 21 years of age 1 year of commercial driving experience No DUI's or DWI's (in the past 3 years) No more than 3 traffic violations (in past 3 years) Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements...

Truck Driver Regional will train

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

14 Class A reefer drivers will be hired this week. No experience necessary. We do have a 30 day training for drivers with less than 6 months OTR experience. You will run regionally getting home...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Regional CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Mexico

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 Regional CDL Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Regional CDL Truck Drivers in New Mexico offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.0%
Bachelor's Degree
18.0%
Associate's Degree
10.0%
Some College
6.0%
Some High School
2.0%
Master's Degree
2.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Regional CDL Truck Drivers in New Mexico
Less than 1 year
52.7%
2-4 years
24.2%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
5.4%
None
3.6%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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