CDL Truck Driver Jobs in San Diego, 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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CDL A Local Truck Driver Touch Freight

  • ProDrivers
  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Requirements Valid Class A CDL 12+ months verified tractor trailer experience within the last 5 years Experience MUST BE verified Valid DOT Medical Card Clean driving record and accident history Location...

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Local Class A Driver's Wanted

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Local Driver Wanted*** (San Diego) REPUBLIC MOVING & STORAGE craigslist - Map data OpenStreetMap compensation: DOE employment type: employee's choice job title: Local Driver Wanted WANT A DRIVING...

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Now hiring Truck Drivers CDL Class A

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

AMERICAN FRONTIER LOGISTICS INC. *** Is now hiring Truck Drivers Class A - 2 Years Experience - Clean DMV Record - TWIC Card - Previous experience handling RGN, SD, DD, FB trailers Call and apply now!

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Cdl-A Drivers - Keep 90% Of The Load + Free Trailer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

TRUCK DRIVERS Your success matters to us: Keep 90% of the Load! $0 Down Payment! One-Day Orientation! Free Trailer! No Escrow! But that's not all, we are also giving: Referral Bonus $1000! Sign On...

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Box Truck Driver

  • ProDrivers
  • Del Mar, CA (17 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Del Mar, CA (17 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Non-CDL Truck Driver San Diego CA Day Shift ProDrivers is hiring a reliable Non-CDL Truck Driver for a local delivery position in San Diego CA....

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Truck Driver/CDL-A / Touch Freight / Home Weekly /Dedicated

  • Truck with Jed Logistics
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Bold Safe Trucking is a top employer of CDL Truck Drivers across the country. In addition to a great starting salary, we offer great benefits and great schedules....

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CDL-A Truck Driver Local

  • R + L Carriers
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

pass pre-employment DOT Physical and drug screen Must be able to complete a successful road test M ust be able to bend, lift and stoop without difficulty Must be dependable Preferred: Drivers with Doubles...

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Class A CDL Equipment Operator - HAZMAT Truck Driver

  • Clean Harbors
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Clean Harbors in San Diego, CA is seeking a Class A CDL Equipment Operator / Truck Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles...

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Fuel Truck Driver (Part-Time)

  • LB&B Associates
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Qualified candidates must have a Class A CDL with Hazmat (H) and Tanker (N) endorsements, a minimum of 3 years Class A Truck driving experience, safe driving record, and high school diploma or equivalent...

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CDL Delivery Driver

  • EquipmentShare
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points Ability to remain focused in a busy environment Education and Experience: Must hold either a commercial drivers license (Class...

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Truck Driver - Cdl Class A - Penske Logistics

  • Penske Truck Leasing
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

Come drive for Penske.Qualifications:a Valid Class A CDL required....

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Local Class A Drivers Wanted

  • REPUBLIC MOVING & STORAGE
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago

un ***LOCAL CLASS A DRIVER'S WANTED*** (SAN DIEGO) REPUBLIC MOVING & STORAGE 8140 Saint Andrews Ave near Suite 200 compensation: $45-70k doe employment type: job title: Local Class A Driver/ Mover...

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4 car tow truck driver class A or B license

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 8 days ago

4 car tow truck driver position available. Driver needs a class A or B license with air brakes. We are looking for a full time driver for one of our 4 car tow trucks. Local job home daily. Weekly...

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Class A driver

  • CTC
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago

un Class A driver (San Diego) CTC 1222 Innovative Dr #120 compensation: $25.00/ hr employment type: job title: Class A driver FULL TIME CLASS A DRIVER - must be flexible on hours - some early...

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Class A CDL Flex Truck Driver Part Time San Diego CA

  • CPC Logistics
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago

Job Overview Job Type Flex Shift Salary 25.00- $30.00 Per hr Payroll Weekly Overtime After 8hrs Run Details & Requirements License Type Class A CDL Driver Work Days Monday - Sunday Operation Run Shift...

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Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

Moving to San Diego, CA? Find some basic demographic data about San Diego, CA below.


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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%


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