CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Palo, IA

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 Local Truck Driver - Home Daily

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 17 hours ago

CDL A Local Truck Driver - Home Daily Location: FirstFleet, Cedar Rapids and Waterloo, IA - Dedicated local operation delivering essential corrugated paper products. Job Details: Schedule: Home...

Otr Cdl Class A Drivers. Reefer Trailer. Up To $2,000 Pay Per Week

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Join Freightstar Expedited, we are hiring Over The Road CDL class A company drivers. Quick hiring process, start working in 2 days!!! Trucks are fully loaded with inverter and refrigerator COMPANY...

Cdl Class A Drivers

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Solo drivers with Class "A" CDL wanted for Over the Road or REGIONAL. Our commitment to safety, providing quality customer service, and showing our driver's we respect and appreciate them, is our...

Truck Driver - CDL (B) Commercial

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Class A CDL Driver - $1,700 per week

  • North Liberty, IA (23 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Liberty, IA (23 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Class A Drivers to join our team. Job Details: Runs are regional Multiple Stops No touch freight In person on-boarding Requirements: Class A CDL 6 months...

Class A CDL Driver wanted

  • Vinton, IA (11 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vinton, IA (11 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 4 days ago

AA&E Hauling, LLC is currently hiring qualified full-time Class A CDL Drivers to pull pneumatic trailers (tanker) hauling dry bulk cement, flyash, and lime to direct customers. NO TANKER...

Get Your Class A CDL - Drive for TMC

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 4 days ago

GET YOUR CLASS A CDL - DRIVE FOR TMC TMC Transportation Cedar Rapids, IA (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details Would you like to drive for TMC but don't have your Class A CDL? Our industry-leading...

Dedicated Truck Driver CDL A - Multi stop, no touch deliveries.

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Pay: $1,600 - $1,700 per week, $83.3K-$90K per year Home Time: Regional. Midweek and Weekend Home time Equipment Type(s): Dry Van Driver Activity: Multi stop, no touch deliveries. Operating Area:...

Dedicated Truck Driver CDL A

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Pay: $1,600 - $1,700 per week, $83.3K-$90K per year Home Time: Regional. Midweek and Weekend Home time Equipment Type(s): Dry Van Driver Activity: Multi stop, no touch deliveries. Operating Area:...

Part Time Hazmat Truck Driver

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (12 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (12 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 7 days ago

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the...

Truck Driver

  • Marion, IA (11 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Marion, IA (11 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 8 days ago

We are in need of a 1st Shift Delivery person. Must have a minimum Valid Iowa Class B CDL with Air Brakes and good driving record. This is a M - F position, with a rotating on-call schedule. Some...

Class A CDL Transportation Driver - Home Daily

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Mileage rate is $0.82 per mile Stable and growing organization Full-Time pay beginning at $.82/mile for Transportation/Linehaul Drivers (Average $2,200/week) No doubles Work-life balance...

Driver - CDL A

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call...

CDL Truck Driver - Home Daily

  • Walford, IA (13 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Walford, IA (13 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Shift Schedule:** 1 st Shift Full-Time (10 to 12-hour days) **Experience Level:** 1-3 years driving experience preferred but not required **Current open lines of businesses** : Residential Routes...

Seasonal Hazmat Truck Driver

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (12 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (12 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 16 days ago

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the...

Demographic Data for Palo, IA

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Palo, IA

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 Palo, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.4%
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 Palo, IA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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