CDL Truck Driver Jobs in North Carolina

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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RNG HAZMAT Driver (Charlotte, NC) Job Location: Charlotte, NC Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $80,000.00/year Travel Percentage: Road Warrior Description...

SunEnergy1

Lowboy Truck Driver

The duties of the Truck Driver as determined by SunEnergy1 standards are to include, but are not limited to: · Responsible for transporting cargo from one place to another using tractor-trailer...

Truck Driver CDL A Flex

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 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 Greensboro, NC For more Details Call Crystal or Text "Greensboro" to ......

CDL-A Drivers / $1,300 Weekly / Multiple Home Time Options

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Ascend is Now Hiring Company Drivers in Your Area! WE HAVE WHAT MATTERS MOST TO YOU! CONSISTENT WEEKLY HOME TIME TOP PAY AND INDUSTRY-LEADING BENEFITS QUALITY EQUIPMENT EXCELLENT COMPANY CULTURE...

Truck Driver - Local Class A - Penske Logistics

  • Asheville, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 8 hours ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $85000 annually Local, Home Daily You will drive: Late model, Penske Truck Leasing trucks Best-in-class specs designed for...

Truck Driver (Part-Time)

  • Salisbury, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Salisbury, NC
  • 8 hours ago

PLEASE CLICK LINK BELOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Job Summary Part-Time Truck Driver is responsible for the operation of commercial vehicles in excess of 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight, to...

Delivery Truck Driver CDL A - Overnights

  • Knightdale, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Knightdale, NC
  • 8 hours 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 Class A Truck Driver - Great Pay!

  • NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • NC
  • 8 hours ago

CDL CLASS A TRUCK DRIVER - GREAT PAY! APPLY NOW Join our team as a CDL Class A Driver and be the face of our company with excellent pay! Based in Northern Virginia, with over 20 years in business,...

Truck Driver Class CDL A Regional

  • Kinston, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 11 hours ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Kinston, NC For more Details Call Sarah or Text"Kinston"to ......

CDL-A Drivers / $75K - $170K Yearly / Looking For Multiple Driver Types

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 11 hours ago

Drive with Danny Herman Looking for Multiple Driver Types Benefits: Top solo drivers average $75K Trainers can make $80k + Top teams can average $170K Pet and rider policy Tuition reimbursement...

Local CDL A Truck Driver. Job in Huntersville Gr8Jobs

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 15 hours ago

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License. Must be insurable to operate a vehicle as a condition of initial and continued employment....

No Touch, Non-HazMat Freight Home Weekly with a 34-Hour Reset / Optional OTR for CDL A Drivers Drive stress-free with our planned loads and no-slip seating! Enjoy the predictability of home...

CDL Class B Driver

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 16 hours ago

**Preferred Qualifications** Have a current Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the state in which the candidate resides with all the relevant endorsements required for type of equipment...

CDL A TRUCK DRIVER / YARD JOCKEY - Wytheville, VA - $18.50/hr

  • Whiteville, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Whiteville, NC
  • 17 hours ago

Qualifications Valid Commercial Driver's License Class A Proven experience as a class A CDL driver with a satisfactory MVR driving record....

CDL-A Company Truck Drivers. Job in Franklinton Gr8Jobs

  • Franklinton, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Franklinton, NC
  • 17 hours ago

KAG Food Products is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join KAG today to take advantage of great pay, competitive benefits packages, supportive terminal managers and great...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.


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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in North Carolina

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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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