CDL Truck Driver Jobs in California

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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Responsibilities As a Skilled CLASS A CDL Laborer/Groundman, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. You believe in doing the job right....

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

  • Porterville, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Porterville, CA
  • 8 hours ago

A CDL At least 1 month (30 days) of commercial driving experience required Acceptable driving record Able to perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) Meet...

Team, Team, Truck Driver Class A

  • Fontana, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Looking for TEAM DRIVER. DON'T need to have a co-driver. Dedicate loads from Fontana CA to Lacey WA. TWO TRIPS PER WEEK. * Looking for drivers who is a responsible, hardworking person preferably...

NOW HIRING: CLASS A TRUCK DRIVERS Los Angeles San Bernardino IE

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA
  • 9 hours ago

A CDL Experience with 53 trailers & yard equipment Clean driving record Registered with the FMCSA Clearinghouse Be part of a team that values safety, reliability, and professionalism....

Class A Truck Driver needed

  • Fontana, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un Class A Truck Driver needed compensation: Based on Experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Truck Driver *Minimum 2 years of experience* Clean record Looking for an...

Class A Drivers needed with doubles endorsement

  • Redding, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un Class A Drivers needed with doubles endorsement (Redding) Henning Trucking 16985 clear creek rd compensation: Hourly employment type: experience level: mid level job title: class a driver with...

Class A driver wanted WITH FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE (local) $23.50 per hour

  • Riverside, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un Class A driver wanted WITH FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE (local) $23.50 per hour ((Fontana)) compensation: $23.50 employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Truck driver Local Driver...

$3,500.00 Bonus - Otr Class A Drivers Needed - $3,500.00 Sign On Bonus

  • Stockton, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un $3,500.00 BONUS - OTR CLASS A DRIVERS NEEDED - $3,500.00 SIGN ON BONUS (stockton) Xcelerated Transport 1888 Lockheed Ct compensation: $3,500.00 BONUS -.52 CENTS PER MILE STARTING PAY - PLUS...

Experienced Grave Shift Box Truck Drivers Needed in Tracy

  • Tracy, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Tracy, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un Experienced Grave Shift Box Truck Drivers Needed in Tracy (Tracy) image 1 of 1 compensation: 44k employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Experienced Box Truck Drivers Needed in...

CLASS A TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED 0.47 cents per mile DRY VAN

  • Merced, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Merced, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un CLASS A TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED 0.47 cents per mile DRY VAN (CA) compensation: 0.50 CENTS PER MILE employment type: job title: driver W2!!!! - Paying 48 cent per miler - Ca to Tx area - Tons of...

($.52 - .56 CPM) OTR Class A CDL Truck Driver Job

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 14 hours ago

CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: 52 - 56 CPM (BASED ON EXPERIENCE) Earn GREAT PAY, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers: 2,220+ Miles Per Week On Average and GREAT PAY! Team Drivers: Up to $15,000...

need CDL A driver

  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un need CDL A driver (Ontario CA) compensation: 0.5 per mile solo driver employment type: job title: need commercial CDL A driver need CDL A driver 48 state 5 years of experience No accident, no...

OTR Class A CDL Drivers and Owner-operators

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 14 hours ago

un OTR Class A CDL Drivers and Owner-operators BLACK HAWK LOGISTICS INC image 1 of 1 compensation: Owner-operators dispatch 10% Drivers gets payed 25% employment type: job title: OTR Class A CDL Owner-operators...

Class A CDL Drivers - Local/Regional

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 14 hours 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...

Class A CDL Truck Driver

  • Ontario, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Class A CDL Truck Driver (Ontario) Zero Gravity Transportation Inc. compensation: $100 if wait for 24 hr for any accident or waiting employment type: experience level: no experience required job title...

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in California

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 California 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 California
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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