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 Conestoga Truck Driver, Home Weekly Regional

  • Brinkley, AR
  • moments ago
  • Brinkley, AR
  • moments ago

Job Location CDL-A Home Weekly - Regional Conestoga - $1,500-$1,800/week Home Weekly for an average of 48 hours Percentage Fleet - earn more of the percentage based on your production! 27% scale...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Earn $1,400 Weekly

  • Bull Shoals, AR
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bull Shoals, AR
  • 5 hours ago

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Home Weekly - Earn $1,400 Weekly! Pay & Benefits: $0.57-$0.61 CPM, Based on Experience Average Annual Pay of $73,100 Top Drivers Earning $78,000 Annually! Mileage Pay...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly - $46,800-83,200/Year - 4 Months Exp

  • Alexander, AR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Alexander, AR
  • 12 hours ago

System Transport is Now Hiring Regional CDL-A Truck Drivers! Flatbed CDL-A Driver - Home Weekly! Earn $46,800 - $83,200 per Year - Full Benefits Now Hiring For: Experienced flatbed CDL-A drivers...

Cdl A Drivers - $0 Down & Free Trailer - Lease Purchase Program

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 20 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 20 hours ago

TRUCK DRIVERS For the rest of this month, we are presenting you our latest deal: $0 Down Payment! Free Trailer! No Escrow! One-Day Orientation! But that's not all, we are also giving: Referral...

Class A CDL Regional Dedicated Drivers: Sign-On Bonus!

  • Van Buren, AR
  • 20 hours ago
  • Van Buren, AR
  • 20 hours ago

Driver's License (CDL). 24 months of recent/verifiable OTR driving experience through multiple states....

Truck Driver CDL A Daily No Touch

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

Immediately Hiring a Dedicated SOLO Class A CDL Driver in North Little Rock, AR. We want the right Employee to Drive with us at Ryder. See and Hear from a Ryder Employee who Drives for Us Here:...

Get Your Class A CDL - Drive for TMC

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

GET YOUR CLASS A CDL - DRIVE FOR TMC TMC Transportation Hot Springs, AR (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details Would you like to drive for TMC but don't have your Class A CDL? Our industry-leading...

Class A CDL Driver Part Time Mt. View

  • Mountain View, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, AR
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Employer has immediate openings for PART TIME Class A over the road Drivers. We deliver across the country. Pay is based on mileage and...

CDL A OTR Truck Driver - Reefer (1099)

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

Get PAID Up to.80 CPM 2500 + miles/weekly (pay rates are based on verified drivers experience) - 1099 position - Well kept and maintained equipment - Direct Deposit every Friday - 2 weeks OTR /...

CDL A OTR Reefer/Van Truck Drivers - Home Most Weekends - Jefferson TX

  • Texarkana, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 2 days ago

un CDL A OTR Reefer/Van Truck Drivers - Home Most Weekends - Jefferson TX (Jefferson, TX) TJ Blackburn Syrup compensation: Competitive Pay!! employment type: job title: CDL A OTR Reefer/Van Truck...

Local Shuttle Drivers Wanted - Class A Cdl

  • Springdale, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 2 days ago

Truck Driver DSI - Distribution Solutions LOCAL SHUTTLE DRIVER Mon-Fri 5pm-5am Pay based on experience....

CDL-A - Regional Van Truckload truck driver - home weekly

  • Marion, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Marion, AR
  • 2 days ago

Regional Van Truckload truck driver - home weekly Average pay: $900-$1,100 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Predictable power lanes with a high volume of freight. +...

CDL-A - Tanker truck driver

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 2 days ago

Tanker truck driver Average pay: $1,180-$1,450 weekly Home time: Every other week Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Haul liquid chemical freight in tanker trailers. + 2-3 loads per week. Pay...

RSA - DOT CDL - A Driver

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 3 days ago

Perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction. Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and...

RSA - DOT CDL - A Driver-HS

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 3 days ago

Perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction. Inspect vehicle equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and...

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
37.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
16.0%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
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 Arkansas
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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