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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Regional CDL A Drivers

  • Premier Transportation
  • Randleman, NC
  • 26 days ago
  • Randleman, NC
  • 26 days ago

If you're 22 or older, have a Class A CDL, and have at least one year of tractor-trailer experience, we want to hear from you!...

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Class-A CDL Regional Company Driver

  • Quality Carriers
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 day ago

Compensation and Incentives: $1,200$1,500 weekly average gross pay with potential to earn more $5000.00 Sign On Bonus $3,000 driver referral bonus - NO LIMITS Performance and safety bonuses Full...

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Truck Driver - Class A

  • Core-Mark
  • Concord, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Concord, NC
  • 8 days ago

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

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Class A Driver - Local Day Route

  • Core-Mark
  • Knightdale, NC
  • 26 days ago
  • Knightdale, NC
  • 26 days ago

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

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Class A Truck Driver - Overnight

  • Core-Mark
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Truck Driver CDL A Hourly Part Time

  • Ryder System
  • Lexington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 3 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Lexington, NC offering weekly pay and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Home Weekly Solo

  • Ryder System
  • Lexington, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 6 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Lexington, NC offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Local CDL A Driver w/Hazmat - $25 Per Hour Tues - Sat

  • TransForce Inc.
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 5 days ago

Job Info Job Location: Kernerville, North Carolina Route Type: Local Type of Assignment: Temp to Hire Transmission Type: Automatic Job Requirements Experience: 1+ year Handling: No-touch freight...

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Truck Driver CDL A Weekends Off

  • Ryder System
  • Mocksville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Mocksville, NC
  • 15 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Mocksville, NC offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Off Weekends Regional

  • Ryder System
  • Mocksville, NC
  • 20 days ago
  • Mocksville, NC
  • 20 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Mocksville, NC offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Solo Home Weekly

  • Ryder System
  • Lexington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Lexington, NC offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Regional Off Weekends

  • Ryder System
  • Mocksville, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mocksville, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Mocksville, NC offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Local CDL A Tanker Driver - Up to $1400 Per Week

  • TransForce Inc.
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

A CDL with Tanker endorsement required 1+ years of recent, relevant, and verifiable CDL driving experience Clean Motor Vehicle Record (no major traffic violations or preventable accidents in the last...

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Class A Driver $2,000 Sign on Bonus

  • Bunzl
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Daily drop-and-hook routes to customer distribution centers The Must-Haves Valid Class A CDL. HAZMAT Endorsement A clean driving record, based on our fleet safety standards....

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Truck Driver CDL A Regional

  • Ryder System
  • Kinston, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Kinston, NC offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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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
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

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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