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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CDL A Delivery Driver - Hiring Immediately

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 28 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 28 days ago

BECOME A US FOODS DRIVER!-10K Retention Bonus This position reports to Fairbanks AK. Our CDL A Delivery Truck Drivers pay is $33.85 and $37.55 per hour. We are looking for Delivery Truck Drivers...

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FT Delivery Driver Box Truck/ Van M-F

  • Office Depot
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 21 hours ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 21 hours ago

At Office Depot the Delivery Driver provides superior customer service in a delivery environment. The Delivery Driver operates company vehicles to deliver merchandise to customers in a timely...

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Part Time - CDL Delivery Driver

  • Lowes
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 22 hours ago
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 22 hours ago

A CDL License - In locations with multi-unit CMV (tractor trailer & flatbed) a class A license is required to operate. or Class B CDL License - In locations with single-unit CMV (tandem flatbed) a...

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Class A Cdl Driver Wanted

  • Homer, AK
  • 6 days ago
  • Homer, AK
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for an experienced Class A CDL driver, doubles and triples experience is a plus. We are a small dirt work construction company in Homer, AK....

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PetZoo FREIGHT HANDLER / DRIVER (Class B CDL)

  • Pet Food Experts
  • Palmer, AK
  • 6 days ago
  • Palmer, AK
  • 6 days ago

Are you an experienced Class B CDL driver with a safe record and great customer service skills? We need you to join our Team!...

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CDL Class B Driver

  • Matson Inc
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 7 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 7 days ago

Class B CDL with a clean driving record. Hazardous Materials Certification. Forklift Certification. Air Brake Adjustment Certification....

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Driver-Class B CDL

  • Builders FirstSource
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 7 days ago

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

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CDL A Truck Driver

  • Safeway
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 8 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 8 days ago

What we are searching for Must have a valid Class A CDL Must have a safe driving record / clear MVR. Must be at least 21 years of age or older....

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Bed / Winch Truck Driver - Kuparuk - Drilling Toolhouse

  • Arctic Slope Regional Corporation
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 11 days ago
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 11 days ago

Hazardous Material endorsement on Class A Commercial Driver's License is preferred. Previous experience operating a loader preferred....

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Class A Driver - Anchorage

  • Charlie's Produce
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 11 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 11 days ago

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

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CDL Class A Driver

  • Matson Inc
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 12 days ago

About the Role The Class A CDL Driver plays vital part of our local freight operations-safely delivering and picking up freight while representing AFE/MSTS with professionalism and pride....

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Driver - CDL B

  • Sunbelt Rentals
  • Palmer, AK
  • 14 days ago
  • Palmer, AK
  • 14 days ago

As a Class B CDL driver, you will deliver and recover a variety of equipment, tools and supplies to and from the customer worksite....

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Truck Driver

  • E&E Foods, Inc.
  • Egegik, AK
  • 14 days ago
  • Egegik, AK
  • 14 days ago

This job requires an experienced Truck Driver that can drive Heavy Equipment including Class A type vehicles but does NOT require a Class A CDL....

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Seasonal Truck Driver - Egegik, AK

  • E&E Foods Inc.
  • Egegik, AK
  • 16 days ago
  • Egegik, AK
  • 16 days ago

This job requires an experienced Truck Driver that can drive Heavy Equipment including Class A type vehicles but does NOT require a Class A CDL....

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Truck Driver

  • Suburban Propane
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 16 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications To operate our company vehicles, you must have a minimum of a Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with HAZMAT, tanker, and air brake endorsements as well as a valid Medical Examiners...

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Demographic Data for Alaska

Moving to Alaska? Find some basic demographic data about Alaska below.


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CDL Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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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