CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Northridge, 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

  • North Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • North Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

$$$ Class A driver needed for short trip, Ca to Co to Ca, Dry Van only, $.0.65 per mile or flat rate $1300, per Driver request, call for more details ...

TRUCK DRIVER .55 CPM all miles CLASS A CDL for LONG HAUL

  • Sun Valley, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

LOOKING TO HIRE AN EXPERIENCED CDL TRUCK DRIVER FOR A LONG HAUL CARRIER. MUST NOT HAVE ANY RECORD IN CLEARINGHOUSE....

CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn $75k-$85k/Year + Benefits

  • Panorama City, CA (6 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Panorama City, CA (6 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Werner is Now Hiring Dedicated CDL-A Drivers! Average Earnings of $75,000 - $85,000 per Year Consistent and Reliable Home Time Options to Fit Your Lifestyle! Great Pay & Home Time Whether you're a...

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

  • Simi Valley, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Simi Valley, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 day 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 Truck Driver

  • North Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago

NOW TRUCKING SERVICES LOOKING FOR CDL DRIVERS CDL DRIVERS NEEDED LOOKING FOR CLASS "A or B" DRIVERS TO DO LOCAL DELIVERIES FLATBED BOBTAIL TRUCK WITH MUFFET (PIGGY BACK ) MUST HAVE EXPERIANCE....

Van Driver class "B" CDL License and Class "C".

  • Simi Valley, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Millennium care Health Care Center looking to hire drivers class "B" driving license CDL with passenger endorsement and Class "C", clean driving record. Monday to Friday, from 7:00am to 3:30pm...

Class A drivers needed for car hauler

  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Class A drivers needed for 5 car hauler and 7-8 car hauler with some experience Competitive pay. Working 6 days a week local California. Must speak English and Spanish. Ready to start now. Call...

Roll Off Truck Driver, CDL License B Required

  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a Roll Off Truck Driver with good driving record. Requirements: Active CDL License B Clean DMV Driving Record Active Medical Examiner's Certification Full Time Position,...

Experienced CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn $1,100-$1,763/Week + Benefits

  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Requirements: A current Interstate Commercial Driver's License (Class A) Minimum 6 months of recent qualified CDL-A driving experience - Marten does not provide CDL training Ability to work and interact...

Class A CDL Driver

  • Sun Valley, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (11 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Family owned and operated business. Looking for a reliable class A driver for dry van loads. Ready to work and good communicator. CA to NV roundtrips. 2020 Freightliner Cascadia automatic with APU...

Class A Driver Needed Dry Van

  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 6 days ago

2023 Kenworth trucks Automatic Trucks 55 cents per mile I most of loads are multiple drops all included in CPM Truck yard in Sun Valley Long Distance Trucking Job Requirements Over 2 year of...

Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily

  • Valencia, CA (14 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Valencia, CA (14 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Immediately Hiring a Dedicated SOLO Class A CDL Driver in Valencia, CA. We want the right Employee to Drive with us at Ryder. For more info Call William or Text"Valencia Local"to ... See and Hear...

Truck Driver Class A Good Pay

  • La Crescenta, CA (17 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • La Crescenta, CA (17 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 16 days ago

truck driver Class-A license For over the RoadOR, WA, CO, UT, NV, CA, AZ.Min. 2 yrs. ExpGOOD PAY CASHYard in Onatrio/Perris, CA(818) ...

CDL Class A driver. Come home every week. (LA County)

  • Santa Clarita, CA (17 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA (17 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 25 days ago

un CDL Class A driver. Come home every week. (LA County) Voen Inc compensation: $1,500-2,550 employment type: job title: Driver Amazon Power only regional work (AZ, CA, NV) We pay 30% of weekly...

CDL Class A Driver

  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Driver's License Must be able to lift products from 25 pounds to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 170 pounds Preferred Education and Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Degree...

Demographic Data for Northridge, CA

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Northridge, 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 Northridge, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.5%
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 Northridge, CA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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