CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Valley Cottage, 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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Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily

  • Ramsey, NJ (12 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Ramsey, NJ (12 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Immediately Hiring a Dedicated SOLO Class A CDL Driver in Ramsey, NJ. We want the right Employee to Drive with us at Ryder. For More Info Call Name or Text "Ramsey" to ......

Truck Driver CDL A Home Daily in U SADDLE RIV, NJ

  • U Saddle Riv, NJ (10 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • U Saddle Riv, NJ (10 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

Position Description Immediately Hiring a Dedicated SOLO Class A CDL Driver in Ramsey, NJ.We want the right Employee to Drive with us at Ryder. For More Info Call Name or Text "Ramsey" to ......

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Weekly - Average $70,000/Year + Benefits

  • North Bergen, NJ (23 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (23 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Roehl Transport is Now Hiring CDL-A Company Drivers! Now Hiring Home Weekly CDL-A Truck Drivers! Average $70,000+ Yearly and Be Home Every Week! Take Home More. Be Home More in a home weekly...

CDL A Truck Driver - Local Home Daily

  • Totowa, NJ (19 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Totowa, NJ (19 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

LOCAL HOME DAILY TANKER DAILY PAY Modern Transportation the Employer of Choice for professional Drivers has Local Home Daily Tanker openings available. $325 PER DAY Home Every Day Great Benefits!!...

Class B Front Load Truck Driver

  • West Milford, NJ (23 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • West Milford, NJ (23 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Front Load Truck Drivers! Safety is our first Priority! $30.66/hour.Minimum of 2 years of Front Load Experience in the Waste Services Industry...

Class B Roll Off Garbage Truck Driver

  • Norwood, NJ (8 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Norwood, NJ (8 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Roll Off Truck Drivers Paterson, NJ Safety is our first Priority!.Minimum of 2 years of Roll Off Experience in the Waste Services Industry Required...

Experience Req - CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn Up to $1,650/Wk + Benefits

  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (20 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

J&R Schugel is Now Hiring: CDL-A Dry Van & Refrigerated Company Drivers! Our CDL-A Company Driver Jobs Offer: Stable income with bi-annual pay increases based on performance Comprehensive benefits...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Earn 60-66 CPM + No-Touch Frieght

  • West New York, NJ (23 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • West New York, NJ (23 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: Must have valid CDL-A commercial driver's license Must have at least 1 year of experience Prior refrigerated experience in the last 36 months preferred Minimum age of 21 Must pass DOT...

Non CDL Truck Driver

  • Mount Vernon, NY (15 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (15 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Route Service Drivers / Truck Drivers Unitex is searching for Route Service Drivers in Mount Vernon, NY. Compensation: $24/hour. The salary range for this position is $24.00/hour to $24.00/hour....

CDL A Driver

  • Mount Vernon, NY (15 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (15 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Class A Driver Unitex is searching for Class A CDL Drivers in Mount Vernon, NY....

Truck driver 26f Straight Truck non CDL

  • Elmwood Park, NJ (17 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elmwood Park, NJ (17 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Located Elmwood Park NJ Looking for experience truck driver 26f Box Truck Driving Monday to Friday NJ,NY,CT,PA, and sometimes MA and MD. Working 8-12h per day. Home every day.

Class-A Drivers

  • Clifton, NJ (20 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (20 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Class A tractor trailer drivers wanted. Full or part time Must have and good driving record. HazMat drivers earn more. Steady work and good pay. Must have a Twic card Se necesita choferes para...

MAKE UP TO $2,500 PER WEEK - CDL Class A Drivers Wanted

  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 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, this is your chance...

Straight Box Truck Driver Needed 1,000.00 Weekly(5 DAYS)

  • Lodi, NJ (18 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lodi, NJ (18 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago

What we Offer: - Most of the loads dock to dock - $ 1,000. 00+pay - No CDL needed - We offer 5,6,7 days work What we require: - Valid driver license - Valid DOT Medical card - Clean driving record...

Route Driver CDL B

  • Secaucus, NJ (24 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (24 miles from Valley Cottage, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Certifications and/or Licenses: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Medical Examiners Certification Benefits: Stericycle currently offers its employees the option to participate in a full range of benefits...

Demographic Data for Valley Cottage, NY

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Valley Cottage, 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 Valley Cottage, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
16.0%
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 Valley Cottage, NY
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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