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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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
  • 8 days ago
  • Tabor City, NC
  • 8 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 Driver - Home Daily - Earn Up to $110,000/Year + Benefits

  • Roseboro, NC
  • moments ago
  • Roseboro, NC
  • moments ago

Sysco is Now Hiring Local CDL-A Delivery Drivers in Selma, NC! Home Daily - Earn Up to $110,000/Year* Comprehensive Benefits Package Experienced Drivers - 6 months Experience Required! We offer...

Experienced CDL-A Driver - Earn $62,400 to $105,520/Year + Benefits

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

Marten Transport is now hiring CDL-A Dedicated Truck Drivers! Steady Home Time - $1,200-$2,010 Weekly Pay Range Marten is now hiring Class A truck drivers. You can expect excellent earning power,...

Exp. Regional CDL-A Driver - Earn $70,000-$90,000/Yr + Great Benefits

  • Pittsboro, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pittsboro, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Requirements Valid Class A CDL Minimum 21 years of age 2 years of tractor-trailer experience required Safe driving record Drive for J.L. Rothrock Inc. Apply Now!...

CDLA Truck Driver

  • Concord, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Concord, NC
  • 8 hours ago

Now hiring LOCAL CDLA drivers. Looking for flatbed, tanker, mulch and end dump drivers for dedicated loads. M-F flexible hours 3am-3pm, as long as loads are covered. Must have 2+years CDLA driving...

CDL-A Drivers / Earn Up To $108K Yearly / 6 Months EXP Req'd

  • Statesville, NC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Statesville, NC
  • 8 hours ago

OTR & Regional Positions available (no local) Company Driver Benefits: Top 10% of drivers make $100,000+ annually Top 50% of drivers make $85,000+ annually Drivers average $1,300 - $1,500 weekly...

LOCAL--CDL-A Drivers Home Daily Up to $70K/Year NO TOUCH

  • Norlina, NC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Norlina, NC
  • 18 hours ago

Top Pay & Benefits including health, Vision, Dental and paid vacation for this No touch job home daily: Average Weekly Pay: $1,200+ Annual Potential: Up to $70,000 Stop Pay: $20 per stop Whichever...

Class A Local Vac Tanker Driver (NON HAZ)

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 18 hours ago

Small company in search of dependable driver to haul waste water /slurry loads will be resposible for loading /unloading at the shipper and reciever determined by the dispatch from day to day...

Otr Cdl-A Truck Drivers: $.54 - $.60 Cpm

  • Candler, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Candler, NC
  • 21 hours ago

OTR CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: $0.54 - $0.60 CPM (based on location and experience) Earn Great Pay, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers: 2,220+ Miles Per Week On Average! 54 - 60 CPM based on...

Truck Driver needed

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Truck driver needed Class A CDL truck driver needed Must have clean Mvr Must be able to pass a Drug test Must be able to perform a pre trip We Run the south east Work Monday thew Friday Off on weekends...

Class A Driver OTR Average $1500-$2000weekly(1099)

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 23 hours ago

un Class A Driver OTR Average $1500-$2000weekly(1099) (Easton) compensation: $1500-$2000 weekly employment type: job title: Driver Hiring Class A drivers Over the Road $1500-$2000 /week take home...

Regional CDL A Drivers 65CPM, $1,200/wk Min. Guaranteed. Job in Mount Holly Gr8Jobs

  • Mount Holly, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Mount Holly, NC
  • 23 hours ago

No Touch Non-HazMat Freight No Slip Seating / Home Weekly For 34HR Reset / optional to OTR Drivers. B.A.H. Express, Inc is a highly diversified and financially sound S. E. Regional Transportation...

Driver CDL B, I

  • Waynesville, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Waynesville, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Our Drivers are key employees for the organization who deliver our product to our customers safely, in full and on time. As a face to our customers, our Drivers are an example of the values of the...

Truck Driver - CDL

  • Franklin, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, NC
  • 1 day ago

Black Bear Paving is looking for a FT Driver to drive their Dump Truck for local runs.**REQUIREMENTS;**- Must have a CDLlicense- Good Driving Record- Experience hauling asphalt and stone desiredIf...

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
37.6%
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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