CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Atwater, CA

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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Looking for Experience Class A Truck Drivers

  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Required immediately Class A, CDL Solo and team drivers, with clean driving record. OTR Working on all lanes in 48 States across US. Preferred drivers with 6 month experience....

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Experienced Class A Drivers needed ASAP / New Trucks

  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

GBT is seeking CDL Class A drivers. With more than 25 years in business, our organization has numerous opportunities for drivers. Our dispatch is available 24/7. Drivers don't sit around for their...

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Come Earn What You Are Worth! - Hiring Class A Drivers! New Trucks!

  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 1 day ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS: COME EARN WHAT YOU ARE WORTH! ONLINE APPLICATION: www.DriveWithMahal.com CALL: ... x 6 (Recruiting) CALL/TEXT: Ronnie Sanchez: ... - (Se Habla Espanol) CALL/TEXT: Fernando...

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FedEx Local CDL Truck Driver Part-Time

  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: - Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a clean driving record - Minimum of 1 year of verifiable Class A CDL driving experience within the last 3 years - Must have double endorsements...

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Professional Truck Driver CDL Required

  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 2 days ago

TMA Interstate has purchased a few new trucks and looking to add some professional drivers to our team. We have a few routes available from interstate to intrastate. We run everything from...

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CDL A DRIVER OTR $3k+

  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Hiring 2 FLATBED drivers for otr position at.65cpm. Drivers can make over $3k a week depending how many miles you you can run. 1099 only Must have clean record and no accidents. Call or text ... ...

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Truck Driver CDL OTR

  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 5 days ago

CDL-A OTR Refrigerated Truck Driver Western States Equipment: 53' Refrigerated Trailer (Reefer) Routes: Western U.S. (WA, OR, CA, AZ, NV, ID,UT, CO, NM) Schedule: Full-Time Days, Nights, Weekends...

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Class A Cdl Driver Agricultural Commodities

  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 6 days ago

CLASS A CDL DRIVER AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES Seeking a dependable and professional Class A CDL Driver to join our growing team hauling bulk agricultural commodities throughout California and Nevada....

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Class A Driver

  • Northern refrigerated transportation
  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Turlock, CA (17 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 8 days ago

un CLASS A DRIVER (TURLOCK) Northern refrigerated transportation compensation: HOURS, MILES,STOPS & BONUSES employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Professional Truck Driver LOCAL...

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Driver-Class A CDL Delivery

  • Builders First Choice
  • Hughson, CA (23 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hughson, CA (23 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 19 days ago

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

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CDL A Truck Driver Northwest Regional

  • HeartLand Express
  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Merced, CA (15 miles from Atwater, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Paid Orientation/Training Qualifications: Class A CDL 6 months of tractor-trailer driving experience 21 Years of Age Good work history and MVR Safety First Attitude, With a Proven Driving Record LeadFlex...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Atwater, CA

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 Atwater, CA 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 Atwater, CA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%


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