CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Mexico

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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Propane Delivery Representative

  • Farmington, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 15 days ago

Requisition Number: 26095 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

Class A CDL Driver (Santa Fe, NM)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 12 hours ago

Class A CDL Driver Join ProDrivers as a Class A CDL Driver in Santa Fe, NM! At ProDrivers, we understand the challenges faced by the professional CDL driver and have built our company on a...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Home Weekly - Average $93,340/Year - Full Benefits

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 hours ago

C.R. England is now hiring Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers! Home Weekly - Drivers Average $93,340 Annually* THIS DEDICATED ROUTE OFFERS: Home time: weekly for a 34-hour reset Drivers average...

Regional Cdl A Drivers Home Daily Or Weekly $1,500 $2,200

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 hours ago

NOW HIRING CLASS A DRIVERS! Home Weekly Options $1,500 $2,200+ Per Week Full Benefits + 401(k) Match No Touch Freight Steady Miles Paid Orientation + Travel Reimbursement WHAT WE OFFER: Pay:...

Truck Driver

  • Silver City, NM
  • 15 hours ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications To operate our company vehicles, you must have a minimum of a Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with HAZMAT, tanker, and air brake endorsements as well as a valid Medical Examiners...

Semi-Local Truck Driver. Job in Belen Gr8Jobs

  • Belen, NM
  • 19 hours ago
  • Belen, NM
  • 19 hours ago

Looking for dedicated truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring semi-local CDL-A drivers! Become a Dedicated Contract Services? driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a...

Semi-Local Truck Driver. Job in Sandia Park Gr8Jobs

  • Sandia Park, NM
  • 19 hours ago
  • Sandia Park, NM
  • 19 hours ago

Looking for dedicated truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring semi-local CDL-A drivers! Become a Dedicated Contract Services? driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a...

Local Delivery Driver - CDL A - 5001116224006

  • Aztec, NM
  • 19 hours ago
  • Aztec, NM
  • 19 hours ago

$29.15 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Farmington MSA $12.87 - $19.51 Per hour Local Delivery Driver - CDL A - ...6 Frito Lay Occupation: Driver/Sales Workers Location:...

CDL A Driver Albuquerque - Greco Arizona - Albuquerque (R180974)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 hours ago

CDL A Driver Albuquerque - Greco Arizona - Albuquerque (R180974) Job Employer Name: Jessica MuratoreSpiderID: 13905800 Location: Albuquerque, New MexicoDate Posted: 12/12/2024 Wage:...

Truck Driver

  • Deming, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Deming, NM
  • 1 day ago

Valid New Mexico Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (preferred) or valid Class "B" Driver's License (accepted), with a current Medical Card (please attach copies of both)....

Class A CDL Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago

Driver's License (CDL) with a clean driving record 21+ years of age Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks Ability to read, write and communicate...

Class A CDL Truck Driver - HOME DAILY!

  • Belen, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Belen, NM
  • 2 days ago

LOCAL HAZMAT (DIESEL) TRUCK DRIVER BELEN, NM NIGHT SHIFT OPENING - $2000 ANNUAL SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL FOR NIGHT SHIFT! Earn $60,000 - $62,000+ First Year Annual Salary while staying LOCAL! McAlister...

Class A CDL Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Abstar Freight is now hiring Class A CDL Drivers for Local, Regional, and OTR routes! If youre ready to join a team that prioritizes safety, home time, and fair pay, this is the...

CDL A Driver Southwest Shuttle Route. Job in Rincon Gr8Jobs

  • Rincon, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Rincon, NM
  • 2 days ago

Call Job Description: CDL A Driver Southwest Shuttle Route How Would You Like to Be Home Daily? Southwest Shuttle Run Hirschbach Motor Lines has a new shuttle run in the southwest offering a...

Truck Drivers Needed!

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

Looking for Class A truck drivers with at least 2 years experience. Good home time and flexible schedules. (willingness to haul in California a PLUS) Regional lanes, no touch freight, usually one...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

Moving to New Mexico? Find some basic demographic data about New Mexico below.


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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in New Mexico

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 Mexico offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.6%
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 Mexico
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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