CDL Truck Driver Jobs in San Jose, 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 Delivery Driver - Hiring Immediately

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

BECOME A US FOODS DRIVER! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? Schedule: 4 or 5 day workweeks (Days will vary depending on needs) Dispatch times between...

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CDL A Truck Driver

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 9 days ago

BECOME A US FOODS DRIVER! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? Schedule: 4 or 5 day workweeks (Days will vary depending on needs) Dispatch times between...

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CDL-A Truck Driver

  • Werner Enterprises
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Collision mitigation technology Truck navigation system 100% trailer tracking Top-of-the-line equipment 24-hour maintenance assistance Driver Portal and app Minimum Requirements Must be 21 years old Valid Class...

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Class A Driver

  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Trillium Drivers is now seeking CDL Class A Truck Drivers for a possible temp-to-hire opportunity! Drivers will be driving a curtain side truck, shuttling product from manufacturing facility to...

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Class A CDL Truck Driver Part Time Fremont CA

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Class A CDL drivers looking to find a position that pays great and provides an opportunity of flexibility in work week and hours should apply now....

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Class A Driver Needed Immediately

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Class A * 1 yr of local Class A in town driving exp req * Electric Pallet Jack Exp Required * Food Delivery Exp Required * Must be Interstate qualified * No SAP drivers * Mon-Fri * AM * Some...

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Class B CDL Driver

  • SouthernCarlson
  • San Jose, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The vision of SouthernCarlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their...

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Local CDL A Truck Driver - Home Daily!

  • Hub Group
  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Hub Group is Now Hiring Dedicated CDL-A Drivers in San Francisco, CA! Earn $99,627 Annually, Guaranteed - Home Daily - Full Benefits Top Pay & Benefits: Earn $99,627 per year, guaranteed Earn...

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Driver - CDL B

  • Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

As a Class B CDL driver, you will deliver and recover a variety of equipment, tools and supplies to and from the customer worksite....

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CDL A Truck Driver- Team

  • Werner Enterprises
  • Cupertino, CA (11 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cupertino, CA (11 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

program - Top employer for military veterans Employee stock purchase plan Career Currency Program - earn graduate or college credit (family eligible) Minimum Requirements: Must be 21 years old Valid Class...

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Roll Off Truck Driver Needed ASAP

  • San Jose, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 22 hours ago

We are a local dumpster rental company in San Jose looking to hire truck drivers with either a CDL class A or B license. This job requires the driver to deliver and pick up dumpsters in San Jose...

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CDL B Straight Truck Driver

  • Midwest Motor Express
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Driver's License (CDL) Valid DOT physical Required endorsements: Hazmat, Tanker Minimum 1 year of class B driving experience Driving record reflecting no more than two moving violations in the past...

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Non-CDL Dockworker - Straight Truck Driver

  • Midwest Motor Express
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Dockworker/ Straight Truck Driver Pay Range: $26- $28.50/hr Location: San Jose, CA Job Summary Dock Workers must efficiently and safely load and unload freight while following company procedures...

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Class A truck driver

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

Please respond with your phone number* Successful Construction company serving the Peninsula and South Bay for over 30 years is seeking highly qualified Class A Truck Driver. The Driver would...

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Truck Driver

  • Ferrellgas
  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Ferrellgas was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 - and that trust starts with our people. Ferrellgas is looking for a dependable,...

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Demographic Data for San Jose, CA

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CDL Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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


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