CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Mississippi

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 Drivers / Earn Up To $108K Yearly / 6 Months EXP Req'd

  • Carthage, MS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Carthage, MS
  • 7 hours ago

OTR & Regional Positions available (no local) Company Driver Benefits: Top 10% of drivers make $100,000+ annually Top 50% of drivers make $85,000+ annually Drivers average $1,300 - $1,500 weekly...

Class A CDL Shuttle Driver - Home Every Day

  • Jackson, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 16 hours ago

Job Description Position Details: Drive from Jackson, TN to Batesville, MS and back Sunday through Thursday night. Doubles endorsement required. Pay is $180 for one trip or $250 for two trips per...

Truck Driver (Lh)-A

  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 16 hours ago

Job Title: Truck Driver (LH)-A Location: Pascagoula, MS Requisition ID: 2305 Position Overview: A truck driver operates long-haul motor vehicles between designated points in a safe and efficient...

Solo Class-A CDL Truck Driver

  • Meridian, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 16 hours ago

PODs Solo Job Description: This PODs position allows you to see the entire country! This is a flatbed operation hauling 48 or 53 ft. PODS moving containers. POD trailers are loaded and unloaded by...

Cdl Class A Truck Drivers Needed

  • Sibley, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Sibley, MS
  • 1 day ago

Class A CDL Truck Driver Responsibilities: Safely operate a tractor-trailer Drivers must follow ALL safety procedures Properly track and document drivers logs....

CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: Regional Home Weekly

  • New Albany, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • New Albany, MS
  • 1 day ago

Earn GREAT PAY, consistent miles and 24/7 support with plenty of freight with U.S. Xpress. The Southwest Regional Fleet offers high pay and WEEKLY HOME TIME. No Touch Freight.

CDL A OTR Truck Driver - Reefer (1099)

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

Get PAID Up to.80 CPM 2500 + miles/weekly (pay rates are based on verified drivers experience) - 1099 position - Well kept and maintained equipment - Direct Deposit every Friday - 2 weeks OTR /...

CDL Truck Driver Residential - 2333370

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work. Shift: Monday-Friday, 6 am start time What is the value of a WM job? The...

Class A CDL - Refined Fuel Driver

  • Pearl, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Pearl, MS
  • 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....

CDL A Truck Driver Job - 48 States

  • Winona, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Winona, MS
  • 2 days ago

Paid Orientation/TrainingQualifications: 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 ",...

CDL Truck Driver Residential

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 3 days ago

We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work. Shift: Monday-Friday, 6 am start time What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job...

CDL Truck Driver Residential - 2333430

  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work. Shift: Monday-Friday, 5am start time What is the value of a WM job? The...

Truck Driver CDL A Hourly OTR

  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 days ago

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

Truck Driver - CDL Class B - Penske Logistics

  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class B Delivery Truck Drivers Earn $24.00 per hour Home daily Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral You will drive: Late model, Penske...

CDL-A Drivers: $.70 CPM, High Miles, Guaranteed Weekly Pay. Job in Mississippi Gr8Jobs

  • Mississippi State, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Mississippi State, MS
  • 3 days ago

Have a Class A CDL and 1 year OTR experience? If so, get the top paying job you want! Call Recruiting at or Apply Online Below! Conditions apply for the guarantee, ask recruiting for details....

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
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 Mississippi
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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