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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Regional Class A Drivers: Home Weekly

  • Platte Woods, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Platte Woods, MO
  • 9 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!...

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

  • Cosby, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Cosby, MO
  • 9 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!...

CDL Recent Grad Truck Driver - Earn Up to 56 CPM - Excellent Benefits

  • O Fallon, MO
  • 1 hour ago
  • O Fallon, MO
  • 1 hour ago

CFI is Now Hiring CDL-A Driver - Recent Grads! Excellent Pay and Benefits - Reliable Home Time Solo and Team Opportunities Available Top Drivers Earn $100,000+ Annually 90% No-Touch Freight CFI...

Local CDL A drivers $29.95/hour + $5.53 H&W

  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 3 hours ago

Job Location: Hazelwood, MO Route Type: Local Type of Assignment: Temp to Hire Hours Per Shift: 4 Hours Hours Per Week: 28 Hours Shift Start Time: 08:00 am Working Days: Mon-Sun Job Requirements CDL Class...

Licensed OTR CDL-A Driver - Earn Up to $100,000/Year - 1+ Year Exp.

  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 3 hours ago

Requirements: Valid CDL-A At least 1 year of driving experience within the last 5 years Must have, or be able to obtain, a tanker endorsement and doubles/triples endorsements Must pass DOT Medical exam...

Local CDL A drivers $29.95/hour + $5.53 H+W + Benefits

  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hazelwood, MO
  • 19 hours ago

Location: Hazelwood, MO Route Type: Local Type of Assignment: Temp to Hire Hours Per Shift: 11 Hours Hours Per Week: 77 Hours Shift Start Time: 08:00 pm Working Days: Mon-Sun Job Requirements CDL Class...

($.60 - $.80 CPM) Tanker Truck Drivers Needed

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 19 hours ago

CDL-A Tanker Truck Drivers Needed.Apply today and within 24 hours you'll receive multiple job offers. Earn $.60 - $. 80+ CPM! and up per year based on position. Simply select the driving job that...

Regional - .65 cpm Class A CDL Driver

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 23 hours ago

un Regional -.65 cpm Class A CDL Driver (Kansas City) compensation: Mileage employment type: job title: Local Class A Looking for a Full time Class A Driver....

Equipment Operator Class A CDL

  • Pacific, MO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Pacific, MO
  • 23 hours ago

Class A CDL full time work with no manual restrictions. Some travel....

CDL-A Driver: High Miles, Excellent Pay and Benefits. Job in Independence Gr8Jobs

  • Sugar Creek, MO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sugar Creek, MO
  • 23 hours ago

CDL-A Reefer Truck Driver Jobs Open in Your Region! EARN $82,400 - $91,700 yr. Apply Now or Call to Speak to a Recruiter Regional CDL-A Reefer Truck Driver Jobs Offer High Miles And Excellent...

Salary: Top 50% average $82,000 per year CPM: Starting pay $.64 to $.67 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL AT CRETE AND SHAFFER, INDUSTRY LEADING PAY IS...

CDL-A Reefer Truck Driver Jobs Open in Your Region! EARN $82,400 - $91,700 yr. Apply Now or Call to Speak to a Recruiter Regional CDL-A Reefer Truck Driver Jobs Offer High Miles And Excellent...

Hiring CDL A Drivers Solo and TEAMS - NO TOUCH FREIGHT

  • Springfield, MO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 23 hours ago

A CDL with 6 months current OTR tractor trailer experience Clean Driving record NO positives or refusals in last 3 yrs To apply: Benefits: BCBS Insurance plus All Electives offered Company paid life...

CDL-A Driver: High Miles, Excellent Pay and Benefits. Job in Grandview Gr8Jobs

  • Grandview, MO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Grandview, MO
  • 23 hours ago

CDL-A Reefer Truck Driver Jobs Open in Your Region! EARN $82,400 - $91,700 yr. Apply Now or Call to Speak to a Recruiter Regional CDL-A Reefer Truck Driver Jobs Offer High Miles And Excellent...

Salary: $75,421 CPM: Starting pay $.56 to $59 CPM Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL AT CRETE AND SHAFFER, INDUSTRY LEADING PAY IS JUST THE BEGINNING Learn...

Demographic Data for Missouri

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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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