CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Jersey

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 45' Motor Home Chassis Promotional Vehicle/Proven Drive Team – Established tour launched 2025, running full-time. Must be an established team!! We take brands on the road, turning big ideas...

Experienced CDL-A Driver - Earn $62,400 to $105,520/Year + Benefits

  • Jackson, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Jackson, NJ
  • moments ago

Marten Transport is now hiring CDL-A Dedicated Truck Drivers! Steady Home Time - $1,200-$2,010 Weekly Pay Range Marten is now hiring Class A truck drivers. You can expect excellent earning power,...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Multiple Route Types Available - 1 Year Exp.

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Requirements: Valid Class A CDL Must have at least 1 year of recent experience No accidents for the past 3 years Less than 3 moving violations for the past 3 years No DUI record for the past 10 years...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Recent Grads Welcome - Home Weekends

  • West New York, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • West New York, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Orientation is followed by five weeks over-the-road (OTR) with a Driver Trainer (4 weeks if you have an Automatic Transmission restriction printed on your Class A CDL)....

Class A Cdl Driver

  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • North Bergen, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

un CLASS A CDL DRIVER (North Bergen) JMC Home Delivery LLC compensation: $0.70 por milla/ pago las millas vacias employment type: experience level: mid level job title: CDL DRIVER Busco CDL driver clase...

Cdl Class A Driver Needed

  • Edison, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

un CDL CLASS A DRIVER NEEDED (EDISON NJ) compensation: WILL DISCUSS employment type: job title: CDL CLASS A OTR Driver needed NO LOCAL TRUCK READY TO GO Serious drivers only OVER THE ROAD ONLY NO...

FEDEX OTR DRIVERS - CDL A - HOME WEEKLY - up to $0.85cpm

  • Westampton, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Westampton, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

$100,000 EACH DRIVER, EVERY YEAR!! ALL MILES are PAID MILES. Paid weekly via W-2 and direct deposit; Annual Merit Increases: All will be provided with feedback and considered for annual merit...

Salary: Top 50% average $86,544 per year CPM: Starting pay $.63 to $.66 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL Apply Online below or Call to pre-qualify over...

CDL/OTR/SOLO - CLASS A TRUCK DRIVER -Up to .70CPM

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

un CDL/OTR/SOLO - CLASS A TRUCK DRIVER -Up to.70CPM (Piscataway) MX Logistics 20 Constitution Avenue compensation: Up to.70CPM (W2 / No 1099) employment type: job title: Class A Truck Driver...

Dry Van CDL-A Truck Driver - HIRING NOW - Up to $90k!

  • Jackson, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Class A CDL...

347-358-6097 Class A Driver Needed $350 - $380 daily.

  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
  • 1 day ago

un ... Class A Driver Needed $350 - $380 daily. (Hasbrouck Heights) compensation: Salary ranges from $1800-$2200 employment type: job title: OTR CDL Class A Driver I am seeking an experienced and...

Class A CDL Truck Driver Hybrid (Stay Out Up to 4 Nights/Week)

  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

un Class A CDL Truck Driver - Hybrid (Stay Out Up to 4 Nights/Week) (Bordentown, NJ) compensation: Weekly Pay!!! employment type: job title: CDL A Driver Why Drive with Hermann?...

LOCAL CDL A Driver

  • Kearny, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Kearny, NJ
  • 1 day ago

un LOCAL CDL A Driver (Kearney) compensation: 50/50 employment type: experience level: entry level job title: CDL A Driver Join Our Team as a CDL A Driver! Why You'll Love Working With Us: Top...

OTR Class A Truck Driver

  • Moorestown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Moorestown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Join STL Truckers LLC as an OTR Class A Truck Driver! Enjoy steady miles, competitive pay, and the opportunity to haul dry van, reefer, or flatbed loads nationwide. Must have a valid CDL A and at...

Home Daily Local Class A Truck Drivers Wanted!

  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

un Home Daily Local Class A Truck Drivers Wanted! (Bordentown, NJ) Hermann Transportation compensation: Weekly Pay!!! employment type: job title: Local CDL A Drivers Home Daily Local Class A Truck...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Jersey

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



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