CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Jefferson, 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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Regional Class A Drivers: $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

  • Statham, GA (9 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Statham, GA (9 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 7 days ago

If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!...

Regional Class A Drivers: Home Weekly

  • Bishop, GA (21 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bishop, GA (21 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 7 days ago

If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!...

Flatbed Cdl-A Drivers Wanted Earn $8-12K No Escrow Qucikstart

  • Gainesville, GA (20 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Gainesville, GA (20 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 15 hours ago

LEASE TO OWN | WALK AWAY LEASE | NO ESCROW Ready to stop driving someone elses truck? Join Hamro Expedite and start building real equity with our driver-first Lease-to-Own Program! NO Credit Check...

SEMI-OTR CDL Class A Driver

  • Buford, GA (24 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Buford, GA (24 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 15 hours ago

James Brothers LLC is a Transportation company, looking for a Southeast regional CDL Class A driver for dry van. The drivers will service the southeast region of the country, home two days/wk, and...

CDL-A Lease Truck Driver

  • Bethlehem, GA (15 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, GA (15 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

A CDL Truck Drivers can own a 2022 or newer Automatic Freightliner Cascadia....

Class A CDL, Regional, Home weekends

  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for Professional drivers to run Regional, we pick up and deliver to steel mills, No Tarping, we have new Conestoga trailers,we have paid training if you have 2 years CDL experience, No...

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver

  • Colbert, GA (21 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Colbert, GA (21 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 2 days ago

CDL-A Company Driver Dry Van Dedicated Job Opportunity EPES Transport is hiring for CDL-A Company Truck Driver jobs that offer fantastic weekly pay and guaranteed weekend home time. If you&re an...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Carnesville, GA (24 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carnesville, GA (24 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 2 days ago

You're already doing the work, why not get paid well while doing it? McLane Newnan is currently offering up to a $7,500 sign-on bonus for experienced CDL-A drivers and our drivers average $85,000+...

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

  • Gainesville, GA (20 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA (20 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 2 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...

Dry Van Regional CDL Truck Driver Average $80,000 per year

  • Braselton, GA (12 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Braselton, GA (12 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Ruan is looking for Class A CDL drivers to be based in Braselton, GA, to haul and deliver freight for our dedicated customer....

CDL A Drivers: Get Paid What You Deserve!

  • Jefferson, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Jefferson, GA
  • 3 days ago

Why Drive With Us? Were a well-established transportation company with over 15 years in the industry, and were looking for experienced CDL A drivers to join our dedicated team. When you drive with...

Tractor Trailer Driver

  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Diploma or equivalent Minimum of 2 years of tractor trailer driving experience within the last three years Commercial Driver's License, Class A, with tanker endorsement Current medical card Hazmat endorsement...

CDL Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet

  • Carnesville, GA (24 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carnesville, GA (24 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet** **US - GA - Carnesville** Roehl Transport is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran....

Truck Driver on-the-job CDL Training

  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago

On-the-Job CDL Training Program Truck Driving Job** Make more of yourself and for yourself. If you qualify, **Roehl Transport will pay you to get your CDL ( & earn a great a living** **as a...

CDL-A - Team Van Truckload truck driver

  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Athens, GA (14 miles from Jefferson, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Team Van Truckload truck driver Average pay: $1,300-$1,590 weekly Home time: Every three weeks Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Dry van trailers with 95% no-touch freight. + Drive within all...

Demographic Data for Jefferson, GA

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, GA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
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 Jefferson, GA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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