CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Colorado

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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Driver Labor - Must Have Class A CDL

  • Franktown, CO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Franktown, CO
  • 8 hours ago

Driver Class A Class B CDL...

Local CDL-A Driver - $1,500 Per Week Guaranteed - No-Touch Freight

  • Denver, CO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 8 hours ago

C.R. England is now hiring Local CDL-A Drivers in Denver, CO! CDL-A Driver Opportunity - Excellent Pay & Home Time! Guaranteed $1,500 per Week Through August! Top Reasons To Apply Today: Startup...

Hot Shot Driver Wanted Class A CDL RVM Contracting Denver, CO

  • Denver, CO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 8 hours ago

Hot Shot Driver Wanted Class A CDL RVM Contracting Denver, CO RVM Contracting, based in Denver, Colorado, is hiring a responsible, hard-working Hot Shot Driver to join our growing team....

Local Delivery Driver - CDL A

  • New Castle, CO
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Castle, CO
  • 14 hours 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...

($.60 - $.80 CPM) Tanker Truck Drivers Needed

  • Denver, CO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 16 hours ago

CDL-A Tanker Truck Drivers Needed.Apply today and within 24 hours you'll receive multiple job offers. Earn $.60 - $. 80+ CPM! and up per year based on position. Simply select the driving job that...

CDL-A - Intermodal truck driver

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 17 hours ago

Intermodal truck driver Average pay: $1,230-$1,500 weekly Home time: Daily Experience: 3 months or greater CDL experience Overview + Haul freight containers secured to company-owned chassis. +...

Intermodal truck driver Weekends - Top drivers earn up to $75,000

  • Denver, CO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 17 hours ago

Qualifications Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Tanker endorsement and HazMat endorsement are strongly preferred. Live within 40 miles of Denver, CO....

CDL A Truck Driver Job - Team 48 States

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 18 hours ago

Paid Orientation/Training Qualifications: Class A CDL 12 months of tractor-trailer driving experience 21 Years of Age Good work history and MVR Safety First Attitude, With a Proven Driving Record LeadFlex...

CDL A Truck Driver Job - 48 States

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 hours ago

Paid Orientation/Training Qualifications: Class A CDL 12 months of tractor-trailer driving experience 21 Years of Age Good work history and MVR Safety First Attitude, With a Proven Driving Record LeadFlex...

Class A CDL Local Driver - Hourly

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 18 hours ago

Certificates and Licenses: Class A CDL without restrictions....

Class A Driver

  • Brush, CO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Brush, CO
  • 18 hours ago

Education & Experience Required: Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent Must have a current/valid class A CDL license Must possess driving record that meets or exceeds company-qualifying...

Truck Driver Local Class A

  • Denver, CO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 21 hours ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $81946 annually Monday through Friday Home daily Dedicated route What you will do: Perform multi-stop deliveries of parts and...

OTR CDL Class A Reefer Driver Denver-West Coast

  • Commerce City, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Commerce City, CO
  • 1 day ago

CDL Class A Company Driver - OTR Western Distributing Transportation Company is seeking Experienced, Qualified Class A CDL OTR Drivers for our Reefer Division....

CDL A Drivers Miles, Money & Home Time BTI Delivers It All!

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Join the Elite Driving Team at BTI Where Drivers Come First Are you a skilled CDL A driver with 2+ years of experience? At BTI, we do things differently our drivers are the heart of everything we...

C.R. England is now hiring Local CDL-A Drivers in Denver, CO! CDL-A Driver Opportunity - Excellent Pay & Home Time! Guaranteed $1,500 per Week Through August! Top Reasons To Apply Today: Startup...

Demographic Data for Colorado

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Colorado

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



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