CDL Truck Driver Jobs in West Milford, NJ

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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Class B CDL Front Load Garbage Truck Driver

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Sussex, NJ (16 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sussex, NJ (16 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL Front Load Truck Drivers! Safety is our first Priority! $31.27 / Hour In order to be considered, please include your resume when applying 1-2 Years...

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CDL Rear Load Garbage Truck Driver

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • West Milford, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • West Milford, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring Commercial Rear Load Garbage Truck Drivers! Class A or B license required - with at least 1 year CDL driving experience Location: Bernardsville, NJ Hourly...

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Class B Front Load Truck Driver

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Tomkins Cove, NY (24 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tomkins Cove, NY (24 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Front Load Truck Drivers! Safety is our first Priority! $25.00 to $32.00 / hour Dispatch Location: Danbury, CT Schedule: Monday - Friday with...

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Side Load Truck Driver - Chester NY

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Wyckoff, NJ (12 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wyckoff, NJ (12 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Side Load Truck Driver Safety is our first Priority! $26.06 / hour Schedule: Monday - Friday To be considered: When applying, submit a resume showing...

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Truck Driver CDL A Flex

  • Ryder System
  • Teterboro, NJ (22 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Teterboro, NJ (22 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Teterboro, NJ offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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CDL-A Truck Driver

  • Werner Enterprises
  • Wayne, NJ (11 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ (11 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

A CDL Full unloading required; rolltainer or rollers Able to perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) Meet all DOT qualifications Pass a DOT physical,...

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Need it CDL class A driver port work

  • North Arlington, NJ (24 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • North Arlington, NJ (24 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

looking for CDL class A drivers with seaport experience to work everyday in Newark nj area & trucks are automatic and great conditions. **TWIC CARD & SEALINK need it just for port work** **2 year...

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Box Truck Driver

  • Clifton, NJ (18 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (18 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Looking for a Box Truck driver, For mostly local deliveries, and up to (300)miles sometimes, Previous experience required, Weekly pay from $1500-$2000, Monday to Friday.

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CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn $2,560/Week

  • Go2 Logistics
  • Passaic, NJ (20 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (20 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Go2 Logistics is Now Hiring CDL-A OTR Drivers in River Grove, IL! Average $2,560 per Week - Benefits A valid CDL-A and a minimum of 1 year of experience are required for this position. Top Pay &...

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CDL Rear Load/Fork/Crane Truck Driver

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Rockaway, NJ (10 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (10 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring Commercial Rear Load Garbage Truck Drivers! Must be willling to also drive a Fork Truck/Crane Truck as needed Class A or B license required - with at least...

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Class B Rear Load Truck Driver

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Florida, NY (16 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Florida, NY (16 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Commercial Roll Off Truck Drivers! Location: Yonkers, NY Safety is our first Priority! $28.00 / Hour 1 year Roll Off experience is REQUIRED Must be...

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Class B Swing Garbage Truck Driver

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Spring Valley, NY (17 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Spring Valley, NY (17 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B SWING Garbage Truck Drivers in Danbury, CT! Safety is our first Priority! $25.00 to $32.00 / Hour 1 year experience driving multiple different Garbage...

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CDL-A Truck Driver

  • Van Wyk, Inc.
  • Wayne, NJ (11 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ (11 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Van Wyk Inc. is Now Hiring CDL-A Company Truck Drivers CDL-A Company Truck Driver - Home Weekly Average $86,800 Annually Pay & Details: Our Full time drivers earned $59,863 - $113,415 in 2024...

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CDL-A Truck Driver

  • Western Express, Inc.
  • Passaic, NJ (20 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (20 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Requirements: Valid CDL-A (Class A CDL) 21+ years of age Have Your CDL-A? Apply Now! Western Express is a non-discriminatory and equal-opportunity employer....

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Experienced Solo & Team CDL-A Truck Drivers - Earn $1,320-$4,500/Week

  • HMD Trucking
  • Wayne, NJ (11 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ (11 miles from West Milford, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

HMD Trucking is Now Hiring OTR CDL-A Company Truck Drivers! OTR Solo Drivers Earn $1,320 - $2,100 per Week OTR Team Drivers Earn $3,200 - $4,500 per Week Split HMD Trucking is hiring experienced...

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Demographic Data for West Milford, NJ

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in West Milford, NJ

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 West Milford, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers in West Milford, NJ
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%


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