CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Gilcrest, CO

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 CDL Driver

  • Brighton, CO (23 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brighton, CO (23 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 10 hours ago

We are looking for Class A CDL Drivers to join our team Hauling flatbed loads to/from jobsites mostly Denver metro area with occasional out of town jobs Full time or part time Pay: $55,000-80,000...

Class A CDL Driver Home Nightly

  • Gill, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gill, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 3 days ago

L&P, a local and family-owned trucking company that takes pride in its service, is seeking a friendly, responsible, and reliable individual who holds a valid CDL Class A driver's license and has a...

Class A CDL Company Driver - 6mo EXP Required - Regional - Flatbed - $900 - $1.5k per week - System

  • Loveland, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Flatbed CDL-A Regional Driver - Off Most Weekends, $900.00 - $1,500.00 per week. CDL A Regional Flatbed Driver: $900.00 - $1,500.00 per week. Most Weekends off! AMERICA PROUD. FLATBED STRONG....

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Daily - Earn $28-$29/Hour + Benefits

  • Johnstown, CO (8 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnstown, CO (8 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Dairy Farmers of America is Now Hiring: Local CDL-A Tanker Drivers in Greeley, CO Home Daily - Earn $28 - $29 per Hour - Premium Benefits Package Top Pay & Benefits: Local routes, home daily Earn...

88M Truck Driver

  • Fort Lupton, CO (12 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Lupton, CO (12 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 4 days ago

As a Truck Driver in the Army National Guard, you are the backbone of military support. By transporting cargo and supplies, you'll play an integral role in keeping the Guard moving forward. In...

1 Year Exp. Required - CDL-A Driver - Average $110,477/Year + Benefits

  • Lafayette, CO (24 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lafayette, CO (24 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Must have a valid CDL-A commercial driver's license 1 year of experience No DOT preventable in the last year or less than 3 preventable accidents in the last 5 years No CDL violations...

CDL A Driver - Home Daily - 2336121

  • Keenesburg, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Keenesburg, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Shift : M-F 4:55am start time - until finished. 45-55 hours a week on average. Preferred candidates will have Tanker and/or Hazmat endorsement. What is the value of a WM job? The...

Class A Cdl 2 Years Experience

  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 6 days ago

NEW OTR CDL-A CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Great Weekly Average + Benefits - Good Home Time 7-10 days out - No forced dispatch A family atmosphere with great pay and benefits Fuel and Safety Bonuses...

Class A Driver Otr

  • Brighton, CO (23 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Brighton, CO (23 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 9 days ago

CLASS A DRIVER OTR compensation: GOOD PAY WEEKLY employment type: job title: Class A Driver CLASS A DRIVER OTR, NEED EXP. GOOD MVR, OUT AND BACK UP TO 10 DAYS, WE RUN DRY FREIGHT NO TOUCH, 53' DRY...

Class A CDL Driver (Automatic & Manual / Flatbed)

  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 13 days ago

About Us MTS Quanta, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR) company, has a rich history spanning over a century, providing transportation and logistics solutions. Our current mission is focused on...

CDL-A Local Chemical Company Driver

  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's a powerhouse with a remarkable 80-year legacy safely delivering products that improve people's lives across North America. We're not just...

Local Delivery Driver - CDL A

  • Evans, CO (7 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 16 days ago
  • Evans, CO (7 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 16 days ago

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or...

CDL Class A - Truck Driver - Private Fleet

  • Loveland, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 17 days ago

Requirements: Current possession of a Class A CDL Must be able to obtain a Hazmat Endorsement and Doubles and Triples. Excellent MVR and Driving Background....

CDL-A Driver Kroger REGIONAL DRIVER

  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Greeley, CO (11 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 19 days ago

In order to apply, you must have a minimum OF 3 MONTHS OF TRACTOR TRAILER DRIVING EXPERIENCE. Home every 5 days. NO Touch freight, Drivers on account average 1,700 miles weekly, 1 loads each week,...

CDL A Driver - Home Daily

  • Keenesburg, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Keenesburg, CO (21 miles from Gilcrest, CO)
  • 19 days ago

Shift : M-F 4:55am start time - until finished. 45-55 hours a week on average. Preferred candidates will have Tanker and/or Hazmat endorsement. What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Gilcrest, CO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in Gilcrest, CO offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.0%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
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 Gilcrest, CO
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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