CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Missouri

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 Truck Driver - Average $57,000/Year - 3 months Experience Req.

  • Liberty, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Liberty, MO
  • 8 hours ago

C.R. England is Now Hiring Experienced CDL-A Company Drivers! Consistent Home Time - Drivers Average $57,000 Annually* Valid CDL-A and 3+ months of current experience required. This lane is not...

CDL-A Local Truck Driver

  • Bridgeton, MO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bridgeton, MO
  • 17 hours ago

Job Requirements 21 years of age Minimum 4 months (1 year preferred) of tractor-trailer experience within the past 3 years Drivers must have Class A CDL Hazmat and tanker endorsements preferred; must...

Full Time - CDL Delivery Driver

  • Fenton, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fenton, MO
  • 1 day ago

A CDL License - In locations with multi-unit CMV (tractor trailer & flatbed) a class A license is required to operate. or Class B CDL License - In locations with single-unit CMV (tandem flatbed) a...

Seasonal CDL Delivery Driver

  • Palmyra, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Palmyra, MO
  • 1 day ago

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day....

CDL A Driver Conestoga, Home Every Other Week. Job in Missouri Gr8Jobs

  • Warrensburg, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Warrensburg, MO
  • 1 day ago

Give us a call to learn more! Job Description: CDL A Driver Conestoga, Home Every Other Week Call Since 1955, Fraley & Schilling has consistently focused on continuous improvement to not only...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Salem, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MO
  • 1 day ago

C.R. England is Now Hiring CDL-A OTR Truck Drivers in Missouri! Drivers Average $62,504 Annually* A valid CDL-A and 3+ months of current experience are required This lane is not suitable for...

OTR CDL Class A driver WANTED NO ESCROW 78% of the gross RENT

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

A CDL Minimum 2 Year of experience Clean MVR record Please contact Ryan ... or Nick ......

Box Truck Driver/ Route Delivery Person

  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 1 day ago

Box Truck Driver/ Route Delivery Person compensation: $32+/hr employment type: job title: Box Truck Driver/ Route Delivery Person This is a full-time position doing deliveries Monday - Friday. No...

Flatbed CDL A Driver $27/hr

  • Fenton, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fenton, MO
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a qualified CDL A Flatbed Truck Driver interested in a great opportunity in the Hazelwood, MO area Truck Driver MUST have 12 months CDL A Flatbed experience within the last 3...

CDL-A Independent Contractor Truck Driver

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago

$2,500.00 Per Month CDL-A Independent Contractor Truck Driver TransAm Trucking Location: Kansas City, MO - 64101 Positions available: 1 Job #: e94bc7898d52798e Source: Indeed Posted: 4/1/2025...

Flatbed CDL A Driver

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a qualified CDL A Flatbed Truck Driver interested in a great opportunity in the Hazelwood, MO area Truck Driver MUST have 12 months CDL A Flatbed experience within the last 3...

LOCAL CDL A TRUCK DRIVER (No Touch Freight and Home Daily!)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago

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

Dedicated truck driver - Anheuser-Busch Top drivers earn up to $90,000

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

Overview Haul beer in dry van trailers. 100% no-touch and 50-75% drop-and-hook freight. 5-10 loads per week. Travel within the Eastern 37 states. Pay and bonus potential Mileage pay, plus hourly...

Regional CDL Truck Driver $0.74 CPM $27 per Stop

  • Springfield, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 1 day ago

Ruan is hiring Class A CDL drivers to haul palletized trays of whole eggs from for our dedicated customer's partner farms back to the home base in Springfield, MO. Call ... for more information....

Box Truck Driver

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago

Box Truck Driver, will collect various environmental liquid and solid hazardous wastes from various customer sites. Will be required to load and unload trucks. They will have the ability to...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Missouri

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 Missouri 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 Missouri
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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