CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Minnesota

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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ABC Rolloff

Class B CDL Rolloff truck driver, full or part - time

driver's license Ability to handle physical workload Strong work ethic Benefits: Employee benefits paid 50% Health Savings Account $50/month employer contribution PTO/Vacation pay 48 hours per year...

Truck Driver CDL A Daily in Maple Grove, MN

  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 2 hours ago

Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Maple Grove, MN! For more Details Call Name or Text "city" to ......

$62-72K + $4K Sign-On Bonus CDL A Truck Driver Home Daily

  • Fergus Falls, MN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fergus Falls, MN
  • 7 hours ago

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CDL A Truck Driver (Eagan MN)

  • Eagan, MN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 7 hours ago

CDL A Truck Driver ProDrivers is seeking a tractor trailer flatbed truck driver in Eagan, MN. The route is local offers the truck driver weekends off, weekly pay, health insurance and retirement...

Full Time - CDL Delivery Driver

  • Blaine, MN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Blaine, MN
  • 7 hours ago

Essential Functions: Customer Service Provides SMART customer service at all times through the daily execution of Lowe's customer service policies, procedures and programs Seeks out customers to...

Truck Driver

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 10 hours ago

Job ID: 510054 Minnesota Paving and Materials, a CRH company has grown from four small, family local companies, to one, strong and leveraged leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed...

Propane Delivery Driver (CDL B)

  • Crosby, MN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Crosby, MN
  • 11 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Family owned for over 60 years; Lakes Gas is among the largest propane providers in the Midwest. But dont let our size fool you: At each of our 54 locations, we...

Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily

  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 11 hours ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Maple Grove, MN! For more Details Call Joseph or Text "Maple Grove" to ......

Truck Driver

  • Blaine, MN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Blaine, MN
  • 15 hours ago

Job 148 of 500 Number of Positions: 1 Job ID: 14534355 Job Location: How to Apply: To see employer contact information, log in or register. Job Title:Truck Driver Work Type:Work Days: Work Vary:...

Roll-Off Driver (CDL-B) $2K Sign-On Bonus

  • Circle Pines, MN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Circle Pines, MN
  • 15 hours ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: + Class B or higher Commercial Driver's license with air brakes endorsement....

CDL-A Truck Driver. Job in Circle Pines Gr8Jobs

  • Circle Pines, MN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Circle Pines, MN
  • 15 hours ago

KAG Energy, a division of Kenan Advantage Group, is currently hiring Local Truck Drivers in your area! Join KAG today to take advantage of great pay, competitive benefits packages, supportive...

CDL-A Truck Driver. Job in Inver Grove Heights Gr8Jobs

  • Inver Grove, MN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Inver Grove, MN
  • 15 hours ago

KAG Energy, a division of Kenan Advantage Group, is currently hiring Local Truck Drivers in your area! Join KAG today to take advantage of great pay, competitive benefits packages, supportive...

CDL- A Company Driver - Local. Job in Minneapolis Gr8Jobs

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 15 hours ago

KAG Energy, a division of Kenan Advantage Group, is currently hiring Local Truck Drivers in your area! Join KAG today to take advantage of great pay, competitive benefits packages, supportive...

CDL-A Truck Driver. Job in Albert Lea Gr8Jobs

  • Albert Lea, MN
  • 16 hours ago
  • Albert Lea, MN
  • 16 hours 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...

Team CDL Truck Driver $220,000 - $247,000 per Year

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago

Ruan is a team of Class A CDL drivers to haul for our dedicated customer, Target, driver can base out of New Brighton, MN and to support our Cedar Falls, IA operation. Enjoy no-touch freight on...

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Minnesota

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 Minnesota offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
4.4%
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 Minnesota
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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