CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cartersville, GA

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 Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Avg $1,200-$1,500/Wk - 6 months Exp

  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Millis Transfer is now hiring Regional CDL-A Drivers! Top 25% of Drivers Earn $83,000+ Annually Guaranteed Home Weekly - Pay Protection Program Millis Drivers Enjoy: Drivers average $1,200-$1,500...

Experienced CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Earn Up to $85,000/Year

  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 5 hours ago

Requirements: Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Must be 21 years of age At least 1 year of experience is required ?...

CDL Class A Driver

  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 15 hours ago

CDL Class A Driver SRS Distribution Inc. paid time off, 401(k) United States, Georgia, Woodstock Jun 06, 2025 Heritage Landscape Supply Group is on the lookout for a safety-conscious,...

Residential Garbage Truck Driver

  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 17 hours ago

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a safety-conscious CDL Driver in Acworth, Georgia. Our priority is to make sure we hire safe drivers that care about the service provided to the...

Driver CDL A

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 19 hours ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Multiple Routes - Start Up to 75 CPM Base + PTO

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Paschall Truck Lines is now hiring CDL-A Solo and Team Drivers CDL-A Solos Start up to $0.60 CPM Base! - Teams Start up to $0.75 CPM Base PTL - 85 years in business and growing. Veteran...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Average $67,825/Year - Multiple Routes Available

  • Dallas, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day 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 Truck Driver - Home Time Options - Start at 59-63 CPM + No-Touch

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Ozark Motor Lines is now hiring CDL-A OTR Company Drivers Multiple OTR Home Time Options Available $0.59 - $0.63 Starting Pay per Mile* - No-Touch Freight Pay & Details: $0.59 - $0.63 Starting pay...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Quality Home Time - Competitive Pay

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Hogan Transports is Now Hiring CDL-A Dedicated Truck Drivers! Join Hogan Transports as a CDL-A Truck Driver! Why Choose Hogan? Competitive pay Quality home time Rider & pet policies Unlimited...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Time Options - Start at 59-63 CPM + No-Touch. Job in Acworth Gr8Jobs

  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Ozark Motor Lines is now hiring CDL-A OTR Company Drivers Multiple OTR Home Time Options Available $0.59 - $0.63 Starting Pay per Mile* - No-Touch Freight Pay & Details: $0.59 - $0.63 Starting pay...

CDL A Driver. Job in Adairsville Gr8Jobs

  • Adairsville, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Adairsville, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Driver's License Minimum 12th grade basic education completed Minimum 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle up to 26,000 lbs Must not have any DOT recordable accidents in the past three...

OTR Box Truck driver urgently needed!

  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Acworth, GA (13 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago

un OTR Box Truck driver urgently needed! (Acworth) compensation: TBD Seeking an experienced box truck driver who is ready to be on the road for 2-3 weeks at a time delivering general freight all...

Regional CDL A Drivers 65CPM, $1,200/wk Min. Guaranteed. Job in Holly Springs Gr8Jobs

  • Holly Springs, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Holly Springs, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago

No Touch Non-HazMat Freight No Slip Seating / Home Weekly For 34HR Reset / optional to OTR Drivers. B.A.H. Express, Inc is a highly diversified and financially sound S. E. Regional Transportation...

CDL class A driver

  • Cartersville, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cartersville, GA
  • 3 days ago

un CDL class A driver (Cartersville GA) Globe Logistics image 1 of 1 compensation: Up to 0.7cpm for dryvan employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Truck driver WE'RE HIRING OTR...

CDL-A Driver: High Miles, Excellent Pay and Benefits. Job in Holly Springs Gr8Jobs

  • Holly Springs, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Holly Springs, GA (19 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Driver's License (Class A) Must have a minimum of 6 months recent qualified CDL-A driving experience to apply....

Demographic Data for Cartersville, GA

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cartersville, GA

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 Cartersville, GA 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
13.4%
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 Cartersville, GA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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