CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Alaska

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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Temporary Heavy Truck Driver

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 7 hours ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 7 hours ago

Temporary Heavy Truck Driver Location 6148 Nielson Way, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States Base Pay $30.35 - $34.49 / Hour Contact information Name Kerin Kramer Phone ... Email ... Description...

Delivery Driver CDL A/B - Odom (Temporary)

  • Soldotna, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Soldotna, AK
  • 1 day ago

Job Description We are looking for a Delivery Driver that has a Class A/B License and willing to work for a great company with amazing benefits and bonuses! Delivery Drivers deliver and unload...

Local CDL - B Driver

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Team and Earn a $2,000.00 Sign-On-Bonus! See yourself at Odyssey as our new local CDL-B Driver. Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring Odyssey Alaska, a division of Odyssey Logistics & Technology...

Local CDL - A Driver

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Team and Earn a $2,000.00 Sign-On-Bonus! See yourself at Odyssey as our new local CDL-A Driver. Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring Odyssey Alaska, a division of Odyssey Logistics & Technology...

Box Truck Driver (Non-CDL)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago

Local Non CDL Truck Driver for local runs Truck Driver will earn $21.00 per hour Monday to Friday, 8am-4/5pm Occasional Saturdays Truck Driver must touch freight Delivery of general freight to residential...

Class B Driver - Anchorage

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 9 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 9 days ago

All other duties as requested or assigned.QualificationsRequired Skills and Experience Be 23 yrs. or older 1+ year of driving experience highly preferred Valid Class A CDL and medical card Interstate...

Dump Truck Driver - Class A CDL

  • Wasilla, AK
  • 15 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 15 days ago

Knik Landscaping and Excavating is looking for an experienced dump truck driver for part-time and full-time work. Must have 5 years experience, be able to operate a loader, a clean driving record,...

Driver-Class A CDL Delivery

  • Chugiak, AK
  • 16 days ago
  • Chugiak, AK
  • 16 days ago

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, 21+ years old, valid driver's license and a class A CDL license....

Driver-Class B CDL Delivery

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 17 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 17 days ago

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, 21+ years old, valid driver's license and a class B CDL license....

CDL - A Driver

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 17 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 17 days ago

See yourself at Odyssey. Join the team as our new CDL A Driver Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring Odyssey Alaska (AFF) American Fast Freight, Inc. (AFF), a subsidiary of Odyssey Logistics & Technology...

Driver-Class B CDL Delivery

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 18 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 18 days ago

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, 21+ years old, valid driver's license and a class B CDL license....

Remote VAC/Water Truck Driver -Prudhoe Bay

  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 19 days ago
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 19 days ago

Job Description The Remote Vac/Water Truck Driver operates a truck to load or unload at potable water/wastewater fixtures or loading dock areas. The position will also deliver or pickup various...

Remote Work

Tanker/Pump Truck Driver

  • Wasilla, AK
  • 22 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 22 days ago

.- High School diploma or equivalent.Job Types: Full-timePay: DOEExperience:- truck driving: 1 year (Required)License:- Tanker endorsement (Required)- Class A CDL (Required)Job Type: Full-timePay: $20.00...

CDL Class B Driver, Ketchikan

  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 29 days ago
  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 29 days ago

**Experience : A minimum of two years driving experience in Alaska with a class B CDL with HAZMAT endorsements....

Class A Driver

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Company DescriptionCharlie's Produce - Who We AreCharlie's Produce is a privately owned wholesale produce company. We are the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we...

Demographic Data for Alaska

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Alaska

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 Alaska offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
4.4%
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 Alaska
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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