CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cherry Plain, NY

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 Class A Driver

  • South Schodack, NY (18 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Schodack, NY (18 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Compensation Details: Average Salary $94000 Why should you join our team? We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude....

Local Truck Driver

  • Lanesborough, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lanesborough, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Local CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Daily - Average $92,000/Year + 401k

  • East Greenbush, NY (14 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Greenbush, NY (14 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 5 days ago

J.B. Hunt is Now Hiring Local CDL-A Truck Drivers Get Home Daily with J.B. Hunt! Top Pay & Benefits: Drivers in this position over the last 6-12 months have achieved annualized earnings of $92,000...

EARN UP TO $2,500 WEEKLY - CDL Class A Drivers Wanted

  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 6 days ago

JUMP INTO A BRAND-NEW VOLVO VNL 860 2025!! Equipped with a Microwave, Smart TV, APU, fridge, and all the comforts you need on the road. Paired with industry-leading pay: $0.65 - $0.71 CPM, this is...

CDL-A Drivers: Up to $3,000/Week All Miles Paid

  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Looking for a company that values hard work and pays well? Join a family-owned team with over a decade in the trucking industry. Were hiring experienced CDL-A drivers for dry van and flatbed...

CDL A Driver

  • Coeymans, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Coeymans, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Requirements: Valid commercial driver's license (CDL A) with appropriate endorsements for operating a tri-axle truck. Proven experience as a Tractor Trailor Driver or in a similar driving role....

Class A CDL - DEF Driver

  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Pay: $28.50-$31.50 / Hour We are currently seeking the right candidate with a Class A CDL, 1 year of tractor/trailer driving experience, and Tanker endorsement....

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

  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Class A CDL...

Cdl-A Driver Training Program - $650 Per Week Flat Rate Job Id: 1805

  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 10 days ago

1805 Program Details: CDL-A Training Provided Partnered with top driving schools across the countryFlexible schedules, including evening and weekend programs at select locationsNo need to travel;...

CDL Class B Garbage Truck Driver

  • Hinsdale, MA (21 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hinsdale, MA (21 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 13 days ago

un CDL Class B Garbage Truck Driver (Hillsdale) Carmen Barbato, Inc 2790 State Route 23 compensation: $25-$28/hr. employment type: job title: CDL Class B Garbage Truck Driver relocation assistance...

CDL-A - Regional Van Truckload truck driver

  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Regional Van Truckload truck driver Average pay: $960-$1,175 weekly Home time: Every other week Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Predictable power lanes with a high volume of freight. +...

CDL Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet

  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet** **US - MA - Pittsfield** Roehl Transport is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran....

CDL-A - Team Van Truckload truck driver

  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Team Van Truckload truck driver Average pay: $1,340-$1,630 weekly Home time: Every three weeks Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Dry van trailers with 95% no-touch freight. + Drive within all...

No Experience CDL-A Truck Driver - HIRING NOW up to $80K!

  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Albany, NY (24 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Qualifications: Class A CDL...

Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers - $90k a year

  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (11 miles from Cherry Plain, NY)
  • 16 days ago

un Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers - $90k a year compensation: $90k employment type: Hiring Class A Truck Drivers! Drivers at this account are making $90,000 a year! $0.48-$0.56 per mile Daily rate:...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cherry Plain, NY

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 Cherry Plain, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
4.5%
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 Cherry Plain, NY
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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