CDL Truck Driver Jobs in El Cerrito, 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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Class A Driver With Experience On The Port And Refregerator

  • Pittsburg, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburg, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a class A driver with at experience on the DryVen, refrigerator and flatbed. We offer benefit and 401K. if you are interested we have full time position. Serious caller only...

Commercial Truck Driver - Class A CDL - Team Driving

  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Driver's License [CDL] with Air Brakes Must maintain a DOT Med Cert Must maintain meeting the defined MVR standards to remain qualified to drive company commercial motor vehicle Must pass DOT physical...

CDL-A Company Driver - Multiple Route Options - Earn $75k+/Year

  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Werner is Now Hiring CDL-A Company Drivers! Multiple Route Options and Pay Packages! More Than Half of Our Professional Drivers Make Over $75,000 and Our Top 25% Make Over $85,000! Excellent Pay &...

Driver - CDL A

  • Concord, CA (14 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Concord, CA (14 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call...

Truck Driver - CDL Drivers - Local Class A and B Driver

  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago

As a Centerline CDL Truck Driver, you will have several advantages over other transportation job seekers....

Class A CDL Temp Delivery Driver Richmond CA $26-27/hr

  • Richmond, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago

$26.00 - $27.00/ hr. | Temp assignment | Local Deliveries | Home Daily Interested? Complete the full application below Call ... for any questions We Offer: Temp Assignment All Local Delivery...

Class A Truck Drivers (with TWIC Card & Port Experience)

  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Urgently Hiring: Class A Truck Drivers (with TWIC Card, Port Experience) We are seeking experienced Class A Truck Drivers to pull containers from the Port of Oakland and handle port-related...

CLASS A TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED For Port of Oakland (OAKLAND)

  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (10 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 6 days ago

LOOKING FOR A TRUCK DRIVER WITH A "CLASS A" LICENSE AND TWIC CARD CLEAN AND GOOD DRIVING RECORD. MOSTLY working from Oakland Port to Central Valley / Bay area for Container work and back to...

Home Daily CDL Truck Driver $32.50 per Hour with Overtime

  • Richmond, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Ruan is hiring local Class A CDL grocery delivery drivers based in Richmond, CA, to haul for our dedicated customer, Whole Foods. Drivers will have multi stop deliveries using an electric pallet...

Class A CDL Drivers - Local/Regional

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Join the Veritable Vegetable Community! We hire for the " long haul " and deeply value the people who make up our community. We're not offering a job; we're offering a dynamic career opportunity...

Truck Driver (8553C), Facilities Services - 79363

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Driving Required Required to hold valid driver's license and Commercial Driver's License (CDL), have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Competitive Pay + Home Time Options

  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Werner is Now Hiring CDL-A Company Drivers! More Than Half of Our Professional Drivers Make Over $75,000 and Our Top 25% Make Over $85,000! Multiple Route and Home Time Options to Fit Your...

CDL/Class A Truck Driver/ Pick-Up & Delivery

  • Rodeo, CA (6 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rodeo, CA (6 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Doubles/triples & chaining experience is preferred but not required. Valid DOT Medical Certification. Must have a clean driving record....

Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily Part Time

  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (20 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Immediately Hiring a Dedicated Part Time Class A CDL Driver in Hayward CA. We want the right Employee to Drive with us at Ryder. See and Hear from a Ryder Employee who Drives for Us Here: Ryder...

Home Daily CDL Truck Driver

  • Richmond, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (5 miles from El Cerrito, CA)
  • 15 days ago

About the Job Ruan is hiring local Class A CDL grocery delivery drivers based in Richmond, CA, to haul for our dedicated customer, Whole Foods. Drivers will have multi stop deliveries using an...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in El Cerrito, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in El Cerrito, CA 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 El Cerrito, CA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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