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...

Regional Class A Drivers: Home Weekly

  • Tabor City, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tabor City, NC
  • 45+ 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!...

Regional Class A Drivers: $1,000 Annual Longevity Bonus

  • Tabor City, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tabor City, NC
  • 45+ 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!...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Daily - Earn Up to $90k/Year + Benefits

  • Camden, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Camden, NC
  • 3 hours ago

Sysco is Now Hiring Local CDL-A Delivery Drivers in Hampton Roads! Home Daily - Earn Up to $90,000/Year Comprehensive Benefits Package We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally...

Solo Class-A CDL Truck Driver

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 4 hours ago

PODs Solo Job Description: This PODs position allows you to see the entire country! This is a flatbed operation hauling 48 or 53 ft. PODS moving containers. POD trailers are loaded and unloaded by...

Local CDL A Driver

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 15 hours ago

Local CDL A Driver We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our team members and we show this by having a clear path of advancement for our Drivers with on-the-job and web-based...

CDL Class A Driver Needed

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 17 hours ago

A CDL Minimum 2 years of recent OTR experience No DUI in the past 7 years Clean MVR and safety record Strong work ethic and dependability Call or Apply Today Bryan: ......

Class A CDL Drivers

  • NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • NC
  • 17 hours ago

Qualifications: Class A CDL Minimum age 25 with 2 years of verifiable experience Must have valid current DOT physical and able to pass drug screening Good MVR, PSP, and Clearinghouse Benefits/Perks:...

Class-A CDL Owner Operator's Needed ASAP!

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago

Class-A CDL Owner Operator Regional & OTR Across All U.S. States Company: ELE Logistics, Inc. Location: Charlotte, NC Drive More. Earn More. Stay in Control....

Class A CDL -Owner Ops Solo&Team -DEDICATED Power Only -ALL MILES PAID

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago

WE ARE SEARCHING FOR RELIABLE SOLO & TEAM OWNER OPERATORS TO JOIN OUR DEDICATED POWER ONLY FREIGHT PROGRAM! Global Business Publishing, Agent for Greatwide Truckload Management, has an immediate...

Class A CDL-Owner Ops - DEDICATED/Predictable Lanes - Great Pay

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago

IMMEDIATE NEED for OTR OWNER OPERATORS - Predictable Lanes & Freight for Our Dedicated Customers BWY Transport Inc., Agent for Greatwide Truckload Management, has an immediate NEED for 53' DRY VAN...

Tractor Trailer Driver III - NEW HIGHER SALARY!

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 18 hours ago

Job Description: How to Apply You MUST apply at by June 6. NCDOT is a Great Place to Work. Don't take our word for it. Read what our people are saying at We are the highest rated state agency for...

Truck Driver CDL A Solo

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 18 hours ago

Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Charlotte, NC For More Info Call Nathan or Text "Charlotte" to ......

Part-Time CDL-A Driver- no overnights

  • Monroe, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Monroe, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Part-Time CDL-A Driver Location: Monroe, NC Pay: $20.00/hour Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Local routes only - No overnights) Position Summary: We are looking for a dependable and...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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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
37.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
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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