CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Lanett, AL

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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Local Cdl/A Drivers, Home Every Night, Bcbs,Sign On & Performance Bonu

  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 5 days ago

RANGER TRANSPORT Now Hiring Local Route Driver's Home Every Night! CDL required. Aprox 450 miles per day 2014 & 15 Pro Star Day Cab Tractors Major Medical BCBS Company pays 50% 3% PERFORMANCE...

CDL A Delivery Truck Driver CDL A Delivery Truck Driver

  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications you'll bring as a CDL-A Teammate: At least 21 years of age Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A) At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience...

CDL-A - Dedicated nighttime truck driver - WestRock

  • Lanett, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Lanett, AL
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Drivers on this account are required to drive at night. Live within 50 miles of Lanett, AL....

Truck Driver CDL A Local Home Daily

  • West Point, GA (9 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 26 days ago
  • West Point, GA (9 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 26 days ago

Immediate opening for a Dedicated SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in West Point, GA!...

Class A CDL Local Driver

  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Local Class A CDL Driver - Opelika, AL Employment Type: Full-Time Home Daily | No Touch Freight | Dedicated Routes (6 months experience required) We're seeking reliable and safety-focused Local...

Driver-Class A CDL Delivery

  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Drive for BFS, the #1 name in the industry and America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. At Builders FirstSource,...

Truck Driver LaGrange, GA

  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken...

CDL A company driver $2,000/week

  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lagrange, GA (12 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

CDL A company driver $2,000/week image 1 of 7 compensation: 2000 employment type: job title: CDL A OTR COMPANY DRIVER POSITIONS 1099 & W2 AVAILABLE SIGN ON BONUS $1,000 62 CPM EXPERIENCED DRIVERS...

Truck Driver Cdl A Owner Operator

  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

CDL A TRUCK DRIVER OWNER OPERATOR OWNER OPERATOR SOLO or TEAMS Home Time Depends on Account or Route Type of Runs Available **OTR ** REGIONAL ** DEDICATED DRY VAN 99% NO TOUCH Pay: 75% of Load...

Truck Driver Local

  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Opelika, AL (17 miles from Lanett, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications Minimum 21 years of age Current Class A CDL from your state of residence Experience: At least 6 months Acceptable references from past employers Meet all...

Demographic Data for Lanett, AL

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Lanett, AL

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 Lanett, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.0%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
4.5%
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 Lanett, AL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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