CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Delaware

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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Experienced CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn 57-65 CPM + Great Benefits

  • New Castle, DE
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 1 hour ago

J&R Schugel is Now Hiring CDL-A Company Drivers! Our CDL-A Company Driver Jobs Offer: Stable income with bi-annual pay increases based on performance Comprehensive benefits including Medical,...

Driver CDL B / A - Relief

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 hours ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement....

Top 50% of OTR CDL A drivers avg. $92,254 per year

  • Hartly, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hartly, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Drivers from the First State will find first rate opportunities with Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking, whether youre looking for frequent home time or prefer regional or national OTR. Salary:...

OTR CDL A Drivers Moving National Freight -Top 50% average $92,254

  • Clayton, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clayton, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Crete Carrier offers a 21 Days Out. 1 Day Home for Every 6 Days. Salary: Top 50% average $92,254 per year CPM: Starting pay $.61 to $.64 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer...

Class A CDL Truck Drivers Needed Now.Apply today and within 24 hours you'll receive multiple job offers. Earn $.60 - $. 80+ CPM and up per year based on position....

Top 50% of OTR CDL A drivers avg. $92,254 per year

  • Marydel, DE
  • 5 hours ago
  • Marydel, DE
  • 5 hours ago

Drivers from the First State will find first rate opportunities with Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking, whether youre looking for frequent home time or prefer regional or national OTR. Salary:...

Class A CDL Truckers (Earn Up to $110k/Yr) Apply Now!

  • Dover, DE
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 7 hours ago

Currently Hiring Class A CDL Truckers.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...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Earn Up to $100,000/Year + Benefits

  • New Castle, DE
  • 12 hours ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 12 hours ago

Dollar General is currently hiring touch freight Class A CDL Truck Drivers for regional routes with paid unloading....

Experienced CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn Up to $1,600/Week - No-Touch

  • Newark, DE
  • 13 hours ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 13 hours ago

driver's license Must have 6 months experience Minimum age of 21 J&R Schugel Continues to Invest in its Drivers in 2025!...

CDL Truck Driver - Earn Up to $.56/mile + 6 months Experience Required

  • Newark, DE
  • 14 hours ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 14 hours ago

CFI is now hiring CDL-A Solo Drivers! Earn Up To $0.56 per Mile - 90% No Touch Freight Top Drivers Earn $100,000+ Annually When you work for CFI as a Regional or Over-the-Road (OTR) driver - a job...

Experienced CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn 57-65 CPM + Excellent Benefits

  • Newark, DE
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 16 hours ago

J&R Schugel is now hiring: CDL-A Company Drivers! (Must have a valid CDL-A license and 6 months experience.) Our CDL-A Company Driver Jobs Offer: Stable income with bi-annual pay increases based...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn $30.24/Hour - Excellent Benefits

  • Newark, DE
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 16 hours ago

Have a Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction....

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Average $70,000/Year + Benefits

  • New Castle, DE
  • 20 hours ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 20 hours ago

Roehl Transport is Now Hiring CDL-A Company Drivers! Now Hiring Home Weekly CDL-A Truck Drivers! Average $70,000+ Yearly and Be Home Every Week! Take Home More. Be Home More in a home weekly...

CDL A Driver wanted "GREAT PAY" $30-$32 per hour. IMMEDIATE HIRE

  • Saint Georges, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Georges, DE
  • 1 day ago

Commercial laundry company looking for a well experienced CDL A driver with at least 3 years of experience to transport laundry carts to and from a hospital in Paramus NJ. Start time is 3am and...

Comercial Truck Drivers Class A

  • New Castle, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 1 day ago

WE NEED COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVERS WITH A LICENCE CDL (CLASS A) TO START IMMEDIATELY TO MOVE CONATAINERS LOCALLY BACK HOME EARLY EVERY DAY LOCAL JOB ***** MONDAY-FRIDAY ONLY****** REQUIREMENTS: CDL...

Demographic Data for Delaware

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Delaware

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 Delaware offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
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 Delaware
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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