CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Port Richey, FL

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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CDL A Drivers: Great Paying Routes, Tons of Available Miles, Sign On Bonus!

  • New Prt Rchy, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • New Prt Rchy, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Find your Freedom with us. Speak to a recruiter now to learn more! CDL-A Team Truck Drivers: UP TO $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS/SPLIT TONS OF AVAILABLE MILES! DEDICATED ROUTES TEAM MATCH PROGRAM You can...

Local CDL Class A Driver

  • Lutz, FL (17 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lutz, FL (17 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Apply below or call today! Job Description: We Are Hiring Local CDL Class A Drivers! Tampa, FL Established in 1978, United Scrap Metal has grown from $200 and a rental truck to one of the largest...

Local Delivery Driver - CDL A

  • Holiday, FL (3 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Holiday, FL (3 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 4 days ago

view our Driver Job Preview Video Position delivers products to stores on an established route or via dynamic dispatch to customers including convenience and gas stores, small supermarkets, drug...

Truss CDL Class A Driver

  • Largo, FL (22 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Largo, FL (22 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Tibbetts Lumber Co. LLC, a growing Lumber and Building materials company is looking for a responsible CDL Class A driver. Essential Responsibilities and Duties include: Deliver building materials...

Local CDL A or CDL B Driver

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Requirements + Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). + Ability to load and unload building products that weigh up to 100 lbs. each off of...

CDL Truck Driver-Residential Rearload Driver - 2331939

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without...

CDL Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet

  • New Port Richey, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • New Port Richey, FL
  • 22 days ago

Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet US - FL - New Port Richey Roehl Transport is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran....

CDL A Company Driver OTR

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 23 days ago

CDL A Company Driver OTR CDL A TRUCK DRIVERS GET TOP PAY PLUS OUR MINIMUM MILEAGE GUARANTEE 2 years of CDL A experience in the last 3 years and 6 months recent experience required CDL A COMPANY...

CDL Truck Driver-Roll Off Driver - 2331484

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 24 days ago

Job Description: Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran WM is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without...

OVERNIGHT Class A CDL Driver- Weekend Routes

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 26 days ago

Liquid Environmental Solutions is seeking a Class A Driver to be trained to become one of our Field Service Technicians! STEADY work with OVERTIME (55 to 65-hour work weeks are typical) Schedule:...

Residential Driver CDL B Rear Load

  • Hudson, FL (11 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hudson, FL (11 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 26 days ago

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

Driver-Class A CDL

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

PURPOSE Responsible for driving delivery vehicles and/or operating truck-trailer combinations to transport and deliver materials to customer sites. Adheres to driver safety/compliance regulations,...

Roll Off Garbage Truck Driver (Clearwater FL)

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a Roll-Off Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Pinellas Clearwater, FL. The position will be responsible for driving a garbage truck on specified...

CDL Independent Contractor

  • Oldsmar, FL (14 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oldsmar, FL (14 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Owner Operators - Earn as much as $150,000/yr! As a 100% employee owned trucking company, we understand what it means to truly OWN IT. What's good for you is good for us. No one gives Owner...

CDL-A Local Company Tanker Truck Driver with TWIC

  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clearwater, FL (18 miles from New Port Richey, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

At Penn Tank Lines, we recognize that our Company Drivers and Independent Contractors play a crucial role in our success. The family-oriented values that our company was founded on remain central...

Demographic Data for New Port Richey, FL

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Port Richey, FL

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 New Port Richey, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 New Port Richey, FL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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