CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Arkansas

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 Truck Driver - Weekly Home Time - Earn Up to $96,000/Year

  • Bentonville, AR
  • moments ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • moments ago

A CDL Minimum of 6 months of verifiable OTR tractor-trailer experience in the last 12 months or 12+ months experience in last 2 years Must meet FMCSA/DOT driver regulations No SAP Interested in Driving...

CDL Truck Driver - Earn Up to $.56/mile + 6 months Experience Required

  • Springdale, AR
  • 3 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 3 hours ago

CFI is now hiring CDL-A Solo Drivers! Earn Up To $0.56 per Mile - 90% No Touch Freight Top Drivers Earn $100,000+ Annually When you work for CFI as a Regional or Over-the-Road (OTR) driver - a job...

Class A CDL, Regional, Home weekends

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 18 hours ago

Looking for Professional drivers to run Regional, we pick up and deliver to steel mills, No Tarping, we have new Conestoga trailers,we have paid training if you have 2 years CDL experience, No...

Salary: $75,421 CPM: Starting pay $.56 to $59 CPM Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL AT CRETE AND SHAFFER, INDUSTRY LEADING PAY IS JUST THE BEGINNING Learn...

CDL A Truck Driver. Job in De Witt Gr8Jobs

  • Dewitt, AR
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dewitt, AR
  • 23 hours ago

Dollar General is currently hiring Class A CDL Truck Drivers for regional home weekly routes. We take care of our DG family so that you can take care of yours....

Salary: Top 50% average $72,847 per year CPM: Starting pay $.57 to $.60 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL Apply Online below or Call to pre-qualify over...

Class A CDL Drivers - No Experience

  • Texarkana, AR
  • 23 hours ago
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 23 hours ago

CLASS A CDL DRIVERS - NO EXPERIENCE TMC Transportation Texarkana, AR (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details TMC Transportation is growing and needs more Class A CDL Drivers!...

Truck Driver Wanted

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 1 day ago

un Truck Driver Wanted (Jonesboro, Ar) Rapert Trucking compensation: 25% of load pay to start employment type: job title: Truck Driver Flatbed truck driver needed to deliver pipe and steel out of...

OTR Class A Truck Driver

  • Osceola, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Osceola, AR
  • 1 day ago

Join STL Truckers LLC as an OTR Class A Truck Driver! Enjoy steady miles, competitive pay, and the opportunity to haul dry van, reefer, or flatbed loads nationwide. Must have a valid CDL A and at...

LOCAL Class A - CDL Driver

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

un *LOCAL* Class A - CDL Driver (North Little Rock, AR) compensation: Pay based on experience employment type: job title: Truck Driver Local driver needed to transport materials in & around North Little...

CDL-A Midwest Home Weekly Truck Driver $1,700-$1,900 weekly avg - Home weekly - Hub Miles Paid Rollet Bros is a Family owned and operated company, We deliver dry bulk freight throughout the...

CDL A Drivers Weekends Home. Job in Carlisle Gr8Jobs

  • Carlisle, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlisle, AR
  • 1 day ago

CDL A Drivers Weekends Home OUR DRIVERS ALWAYS HAVE: WEEKENDS AT HOME WELL MAINTAINED ASSIGNED CASCADIAS CONTINUED CONSISTENT MILES 100 % NO TOUCH FREIGHT COMPETITIVE PAY 100% OFFICE SUPPORT, AND...

CDL-A Truck Drivers: GREAT ROUTES AVAILABLE!. Job in Batesville Gr8Jobs

  • Batesville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Batesville, AR
  • 1 day ago

Find your Freedom with us. OTR Truck Driver Jobs NEWER TRUCKS EARN GREAT PAY & CONSISTENT MILES Job Description: CDL-A Truck Drivers: GREAT ROUTES AVAILABLE! Top Pay & Benefits Apply Online or...

Now Hiring: Great Lakes Regional Class A CDL Drivers, Trainees Welcome! Earn $1,100 - $1,200 Per Week Call today to ask about our available jobs!...

CDL-A Truck Drivers: GREAT ROUTES AVAILABLE!. Job in Monticello Gr8Jobs

  • Monticello, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Monticello, AR
  • 1 day ago

Find your Freedom with us. OTR Truck Driver Jobs NEWER TRUCKS EARN GREAT PAY & CONSISTENT MILES Job Description: CDL-A Truck Drivers: GREAT ROUTES AVAILABLE! Top Pay & Benefits Apply Online or...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Arkansas

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 Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
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 Arkansas
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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