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....

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....

Tractor Trailer Driver

  • Chico, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chico, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 total revenues reaching approximately $3.6 billion. Herc Rentals' parent company, known as...

Class A Driver 6 yrs experience

  • Lynwood, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lynwood, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Class A driver. 6 yes Experience. Local work. Part time,possible full time. 30 to 40 hrs per week, sometimes more. Day time. Good Driving record. Warehouse is by 105 and Long Beach Blvd. Please...

Class A CDL

  • Fresno, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 8 hours ago

A CDL -Must have 12 month experience -Must pass DOT physical and drug screen -Ability to meet all DOT requirements Text us today to find out how you can join the team. ......

CDL-A Driver, dedicated run

  • Modesto, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Looking for a clean-respectful-driver for long term employment. Family owned and operated outfit To haul hay from the farm in Nevada to Modesto, CA Run empty on the way back! Pay depends on...

CDL-A Driver

  • Modesto, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Looking for a clean-respectful-driver for long term employment. Family owned and operated outfit To haul hay from the farm in Nevada to Modesto, CA Run empty on the way back! Pay depends on...

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

  • Emeryville, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Emeryville, CA
  • 18 hours ago

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

Class A Driver

  • Fontana, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 18 hours ago

We mainly run CA to Salt Lake City, UT and back, but please be open to other lanes. Such as SoCal to NorCal, CA to Reno or Las Vegas, CA to AZ, UT to AZ, AZ to UT. Basically, anywhere within 700...

Class A Driver

  • Victorville, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Victorville, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Need a class a driver for a dedicated route ASAP, 3 years OTR experience preferred, MUST be able to drive nights,

Hiring Otr Class A Drivers

  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Hiring OTR Class A drivers. Pay is $60/cpm plus detention after 2 hours @ $25/hr, extra pick and drop outside of 1-1 is $25/extra pick-drop. Pay is every Monday via zelle/ach/wire transfer for...

Experienced Class A Driver

  • Lamont, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lamont, CA
  • 18 hours ago

I am looking for a couple of experienced and responsible drivers to put in trucks immediately, flat bed experience is preffered. I have been in business as an owner operator for 30 years and have...

OTR Truck Driver Class A

  • Victorville, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Victorville, CA
  • 23 hours ago

un OTR Truck Driver Class A (Victorville) HDT Transportation Inc 17201 N D St. compensation:.55/mile employment type: job title: OTR Driver HDT TRANSPORTATION INC HDT Transportation is currently...

Laborer /Class A Driver Wanted For A Busy Construction Company

  • Richmond, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Richmond, CA
  • 23 hours ago

un LABORER /CLASS A DRIVER WANTED FOR A BUSY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (San Francisco Bay Area) FARALLON COMPANY ENGINEERING compensation: Hourly pay is based on skills & experience. employment type:...

CHOFER DRIVER $20/hora box truck driver - Hablamos Espanol

  • San Leandro, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 23 hours ago

un CHOFER DRIVER $20/hora box truck driver - Hablamos Espanol (san leandro) image 1 of 2 compensation: $20 per hour starting employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Driver...

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
37.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
4.4%
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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