CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Kansas

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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J.B. Hunt Transport

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Looking for local truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring intermodal truck drivers! Drive with J.B. Hunt Intermodal and enjoy express access railyard gates, onsite maintenance and 100%...

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Local Class A CDL Truck Driver

  • Sysco
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago

Company: US3270 Sygma Kansas City (The Sygma Network, Inc) Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 64153 Travel Percentage: 0 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos...

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Class-A CDL Regional Company Driver

  • Quality Carriers
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Kansas City, MO terminal 157 is offering a $6000.00 Sign on Bonus!!! The Kansas City, MO 157 Terminal is looking for regional company drivers. Compensation and Incentives $1500 Weekly Gross $6000...

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Truck Driver CDL A OTR

  • Ryder System
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 30+ days ago

We have an opening for a Class A CDL Regional Truck Driver and we want the right Driver to join us at Ryder in Kansas City, KS Tired of rising fuel prices and long wait times with no pay?...

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Regional Class A Drivers: $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

  • Premier Transportation
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 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!...

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Regional CDL A Drivers

  • Premier Transportation
  • Arma, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Arma, KS
  • 4 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!...

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Regional Class A Drivers: $500 - $2,500 Driver Referral Bonus (Unlimited)

  • Premier Transportation
  • Williamsburg, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Williamsburg, KS
  • 5 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!...

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Regional Class A Drivers: Home Weekly

  • Premier Transportation
  • Whiting, KS
  • 25 days ago
  • Whiting, KS
  • 25 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!...

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Truck Driver CDL B Regional

  • Ryder System
  • Wichita, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 7 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class B CDL Truck Driver in Wichita, KS offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL B Hourly

  • Ryder System
  • Wichita, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 13 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class B CDL Truck Driver in Wichita, KS offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Local Class A CDL Driver

  • ProDrivers
  • Ozawkie, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Ozawkie, KS
  • 6 days ago

NOW HIRING: CLASS A DRIVER TOPEKA, KS? Were looking for a Class A Driver in the Topeka area who wants steady hours, great pay, and weekly home time. As a Class A Driver, youll run an end?dump...

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Class B CDL Driver

  • ProDrivers
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 days ago

ProDrivers is seeking a Class B Driver out of Kansas City, MO. Class B Driver MUST have 1 year of CLASS B driving experience Class B Driver Must have some Roll Off experience Class B Driver will...

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CDL A Truck Driver - Home Daily!

  • FirstFleet
  • Lawrence, KS
  • moments ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • moments ago

Qualifications: Minimum of 21 years of age Class A CDL from your state of residence 1 year of verifiable experience No DUI/DWI convictions within past 5 years No chargeable D.O.T. reportable accidents...

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Dry Van CDL Truck Driver $78,000 per Year No-Touch Freight

  • Wakarusa, KS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wakarusa, KS
  • 7 hours ago

Ruan is hiring Class A CDL drivers based in Topeka, KS to haul retail product in dry vans for our dedicated customer, Target. Enjoy no-touch freight and drop and hook on this account....

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Now Hiring Otr Cdl Class A Drivers.

  • Wichita, KS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 7 hours ago

Solo drivers with Class "A" CDL wanted for Over the Road amp;....

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Demographic Data for Kansas

Moving to Kansas? Find some basic demographic data about Kansas below.


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CDL Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Kansas

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 Kansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers in Kansas
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%


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