CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Nelson, 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 Job Salary Southeast

  • Nelson, GA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Nelson, GA
  • 17 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...

3+ Months Exp. Licensed CDL-A Truck Driver - Multiple Positions Open

  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 2 days ago

U.S. Xpress is now hiring CDL-A Dedicated & OTR Drivers! Great Home Time - Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits GREAT ROUTES AVAILABLE! DEDICATED ROUTES - Great Home Time & Pay: Earn up to...

Driver CDL A

  • Dawsonville, GA (13 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dawsonville, GA (13 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Class A CDL Driver at United Rentals, your goal will be to deliver equipment to our customers in a safe, timely, efficient and courteous manner....

Class A Cdl

  • Woodstock, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodstock, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Class A CDL CDL Class A CDL CLASS A DRIVER WANTED. Homs Everyday Intermodel $1000-$1200 Weekly. Experience Rolloff Driver Manual and Automatic Serious applicants please. 1099....

need OTR CDL truck drivers ASAP

  • Cumming, GA (13 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (13 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Hiring class A truck driver OTR Start ASAP Only Dry Van freight, automatic trucks, no touch, no escrow or holdbacks Flexible home-times, vacation pay, safety bonuses, steady income, fair paychecks...

CDL-A Lease Truck Driver

  • Jasper, GA (6 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jasper, GA (6 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago

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

CDL-A Company Truck Driver - Guaranteed Pay

  • Dahlonega, GA (23 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dahlonega, GA (23 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Big Money. Bold Moves. Drive Georgia. CDL-A Driver Opportunities - Cash In on Your Career We offer excellent opportunities for Class A Dry Bulk drivers seeking to strive and flourish in the...

CDL-A Company Truck Driver - Home Weekly

  • Dahlonega, GA (23 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dahlonega, GA (23 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Big Money. Bold Moves. Drive Georgia. CDL-A Driver Opportunities - Cash In on Your Career We offer excellent opportunities for Class A Dry Bulk drivers seeking to strive and flourish in the...

Georgia CDL-A Driver Opportunities

  • Dahlonega, GA (23 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dahlonega, GA (23 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Big Money. Bold Moves. Drive Georgia. CDL-A Driver Opportunities - Cash In on Your Career We offer excellent opportunities for Class A Dry Bulk drivers seeking to strive and flourish in the...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A). At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor trailer driving experience. Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications....

Local Delivery Driver - CDL A

  • Ellijay, GA (24 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ellijay, GA (24 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 7 days 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...

Roll Off Driver - CDL (B)

  • Cumming, GA (13 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (13 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Truck Driver, CDL Class A - 224536

  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 9 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Safely and efficiently operate a Class A CDL flatbed truck to transport steel materials....

CDL-A - Team Van Truckload truck driver

  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (18 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 9 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...

Truck Driver on-the-job CDL Training

  • Canton, GA (11 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Canton, GA (11 miles from Nelson, GA)
  • 9 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...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Nelson, 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 Nelson, 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
13.3%
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 Nelson, GA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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