CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Rockaway Park, 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-A Driver

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • moments ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

CDL-B Truck Drivers

  • Long Island City, NY (12 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Long Island City, NY (12 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Immediately Hiring Experienced CDL-B Truck Drivers. *$25/Hour + $37.50/Hour Overtime *Many Customers generously tip courteous and helpful employees. *Go to 49-29 31st Street, Long Island City...

Flatbed CDL Class B driver wanted

  • Bronx, NY (17 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bronx, NY (17 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Seeking an experienced flatbed driver with verifiable references. Manual transmission experience- must pass road test. Metal coil endorsement required. Union shop with health and 401k, paid...

Otr Cdl Class A Drivers Wanted $1800-$2800

  • Brooklyn, NY (11 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (11 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

OTR CDL class A drivers wanted Get paid weekly $1800-$2800 Call Shawn for more info- ...

Truck Driver Hazmat - Class A Port Experience/Intermodal/Drayage

  • Kearny, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kearny, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

REQUIREMENTS: EXPERIENCE IN THE PORTS OF NY & NJ SEA LINK TWIC CARD HAZMAT ENDORSEMENT HOME DAILY 100% NO TOUCH FREIGHT MINIMUM 1 -2 YEARS EXPERIENCE Job Type: Full-time SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE...

Class A drivers - Pick your days 2 or 3 days?

  • Kearny, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kearny, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

"Calling all retired Class A drivers. Are you retired with a Class A CDL? at home bored? Want to get out of the house a few days a week? We are looking for Class A drivers to safely operate...

Truck Driver CDL A Local Home Daily

  • Perth Amboy, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Perth Amboy, NJ! . For more Details Call Donneva or Text "Houston" to ......

Class B Front Load Truck Driver

  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring Front Loader Truck Drivers! Safety is our first Priority! Front Load Driving Experience Required* Highlights: Early start time Pay Rate $25.00/hour Year...

3+ Months Exp. Licensed CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn Up to $70,000/Year

  • Woodside, NY (12 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Woodside, NY (12 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

U.S. Xpress is now hiring CDL-A Dedicated & OTR Truck Drivers! Great Home Time - Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits U.S. Xpress is an industry leader with decades of experience in moving freight...

Class B Roll Off Truck Driver

  • Bronx, NY (17 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (17 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring a Roll-Off Truck Driver! Position is located in Chester, NY Safety is our first Priority! Roll-Off Experience Required. Starting rate $26.24/hour. Pay...

Class B Front Load Garbage Truck Driver

  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services in STAMFORD, CT is Now Hiring CDL B FRONT LOAD Truck Drivers! Safety is our first Priority! This position requires at least 1 year of verifiable Commercial Driving...

CDL Garbage Truck Driver

  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is looking for a Full- Time CDL Class A or B Garbage Truck Drivers out of their Yonkers, NY Full-Time Monday thru Friday. Start time: 4am - 5am. Our drivers average about...

Class B Roll Off Garbage Truck Driver

  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Roll Off Truck Drivers Sloatsburg, NY Safety is our first Priority! Roll-Off experience - Preferred Highlights: Monday thru Friday with occasional...

Regional Class A Drivers- HOME WEEKLY

  • Teterboro, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Teterboro, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Performance Bonus up to $.09 more per mile!!!! Regional - Run the Eastern portion of the U.S. (Texas and east) Northeast freight pays **$.25 more per mile** + HOME WEEKLY!!! + Guarantee Pay + 65%...

CDL B Driver - Home Daily

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Rockaway Park, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Pay Rate $28.00 Hour *$1500.00 SIGN ON BONUS* JOB SUMMARY Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or...

Demographic Data for Rockaway Park, NY

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Rockaway Park, 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 Rockaway Park, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.1%
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 Rockaway Park, NY
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a CDL Truck Driver position

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