CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Lake Station, IN

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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Truck Driver Refrigerated OTR Fleet

  • Westville, IN (18 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Westville, IN (18 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 6 hours ago

In our over-the-road National Refrigerated Fleet truck driving job, youll haul cheese and other frozen or temperature controlled products in state-of-the-art trailers across 48 states and Canada....

CDL Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet

  • Valparaiso, IN (16 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (16 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 6 hours ago

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

Cdl A Truck Driver, Shuttle

  • Glenwood, IL (17 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Glenwood, IL (17 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Cdl Class A Driver Up To $2500 Pw

  • Posen, IL (22 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Posen, IL (22 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 23 hours ago

un CDL CLASS A DRIVER UP TO $2500 PW (POSEN) MGRW CORP compensation: $1800 - $2400 per Week employment type: job title: OTR driver Owner Operators Needed A TRANSPORTATION COMPANY WITH AN EXCELLENT...

Truck Driver - CDL Class A

  • East Chicago, IN (10 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Chicago, IN (10 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $87,000 annually AM start time Home daily Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral You will drive: Late model...

CDL-A Drivers Premium Trucks, Premium Pay Apply Today!

  • Lansing, IL (14 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lansing, IL (14 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago

" Weekly Pay: $2,000$3,500+ Keep 82% of Gross: $7K$12K No Down or Balloon Payments $500 to Sign Up + $500 Referral Bonus Drive with the Best: 2025+ Volvo 860 or Freightliner Cascadia No Touch...

Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily Local

  • Gary, IN (4 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gary, IN (4 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Gary, IN For more Details Call Donneva or Text "Gary" to ......

Class A CDL - Refined Fuel Driver

  • Lowell, IN (23 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lowell, IN (23 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago

The right candidate will have a Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements and minimum of 1 year tractor/trailer driving experience....

Truck Driver on-the-job CDL Training

  • Merrillville, IN (6 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (6 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 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...

Southwest Regional CDL A Driver

  • Valparaiso, IN (16 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (16 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 2 days ago

A CDL 3 months of verifiable tractor trailer experience Web Reference AJF/862548152-930 Posted Date Mon, 30 Jun 2025 To apply for this position you will complete an application form on another website...

CDL A Truck Driver

  • Saint John, IN (13 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint John, IN (13 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago

MEYER LOGISTICS IS HIRING SOLO AND TEAM COMPANY DRIVERS!Drive With Meyer LogisticsEarn $85,000/yearly,.Based on Experience*Our Current Driver Opening: Earn $85,000/yearly, Based on Experience...

CDL A Truck Driver

  • Gary, IN (4 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gary, IN (4 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago

KAG Food Products is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join KAG today to take advantage of great pay, competitive benefits packages, supportive terminal managers and great...

Truck Driver, Mileage

  • East Chicago, IN (10 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (10 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Education / Training Class A CDL; 2 years of verifiable driving experience. Key Job Elements Driving truck pulling flatbed; Securing freight to flatbed trailer with chains, binders, and straps....

CDL-A Company Drivers - Sign On Bonus

  • Markham, IL (20 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Markham, IL (20 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's a Powerhouse with a remarkable 80-year Legacy safely delivering products that improve people's lives across North America. We're not just moving...

CDL-A Company Drivers - Referral Bonus

  • Markham, IL (20 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Markham, IL (20 miles from Lake Station, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's a Powerhouse with a remarkable 80-year Legacy safely delivering products that improve people's lives across North America. We're not just moving...

Demographic Data for Lake Station, IN

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Lake Station, IN

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 Lake Station, IN 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 Lake Station, IN
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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