CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Walnut, MS

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 Company Truck Drivers

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 8 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...

Part time Casual Local Class A Drivers

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Pay Range: -, General Benefits: **Requirements:** + Minimum of 21 years old + A valid Class-A CDL + 1 Year of comparable experience in the past 3 years, or 2 years in the past 5. + Stable work history...

Military Veterans: Become a Professional CDL Truck Driver and Earn Up to $85k Your First Year!

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 1 day ago

If you have military experience but don't hold a Class A CDL, give us a call and we'll help you with the needed training. U.S....

Local Cdl A Truck Driver / Yard Jockey

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications Valid Commercial Driver's License Class A Proven experience as a class A CDL driver with a satisfactory MVR driving record....

CDL A company driver $2,000/week

  • La Grange, TN (23 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • La Grange, TN (23 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 6 days ago

COMPANY DRIVER POSITIONS 1099 & W2 AVAILABLE SIGN ON BONUS $1,000 62 CPM EXPERIENCED DRIVERS ONLY CLEAN RECORDS ONLY 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE MIN 3,000+ MILES PER WEEK 24/7 SUPPORT & DISPATCH CALL OR...

88M Truck Driver

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 7 days ago

As a Truck Driver in the Army National Guard, you are the backbone of military support. By transporting cargo and supplies, you'll play an integral role in keeping the Guard moving forward. In...

Class A Driver Waste Transfer Truck/Walnut

  • Walnut, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Walnut, MS
  • 18 days ago

[][]This is a job description for a Class A Driver | Waste Transfer Truck in Walnut, Mississippi.Summary: Will be provided by employer.Duties and Responsibilities: Safely operating a garbage truck...

Class A Driver Trash Transfer

  • Walnut, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Walnut, MS
  • 18 days ago

Why Choose Us? We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout...

Truck Driver on-the-job CDL Training

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 20 days ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 20 days ago

On-the-Job CDL Training Program Truck Driving Job** **New Year - New Career!** Make more of yourself and for yourself. If you qualify, **Roehl Transport will pay you to get your CDL ( & earn a...

Local CDL A Driver Home Daily

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 21 days ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 21 days ago

Local Dedicated Position- based in Corinth MS + HOME DAILY- Spotter/ 2nd Shift + $22.00 per hour plus!! + Drop and Hook- No Touch Freight + 24 hour Support **APPLY NOW OR CALL A RECRUITER TODAY...

Truck Driver - Ripley, MS

  • Ripley, MS (12 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 24 days ago
  • Ripley, MS (12 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 24 days ago

endorsement (Tanker and Hazmat) Must pass a current DOT physical Must possess and maintain a D.O.T....

Bobtail Truck Driver

  • Ripley, MS (12 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ripley, MS (12 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 28 days ago

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream...

Class A Driver Waste Transfer Truck

  • Walnut, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Walnut, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Why Choose Us? We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout...

CDL A Truck Driver Job Southcentral Reg

  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Corinth, MS (15 miles from Walnut, MS)
  • 90+ days 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...

Demographic Data for Walnut, MS

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Walnut, MS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in Walnut, MS 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 Walnut, MS
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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