CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cressona, PA

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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Class A CDL Driver Local Routes, No Overnight Stays

  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Schedule: Full time Availability: Applying To This Requisition Allows You To Be Considered For Multiple Opportunities. Please Provide As Much Availability That Works With Your Schedule. Age...

Truck Driver CDLA

  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Schedule: Full time Availability: Applying To This Requisition Allows You To Be Considered For Multiple Opportunities. Please Provide As Much Availability That Works With Your Schedule. Age...

CDL A Truck Driver 1650-1900 per week

  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

CDL-A Truck Drivers Needed Hiring Immediately Cressona, PA Avg Weekly Pay: $1650- $1900 Retention Bonus: $10,000 Equipment: Conestoga Trailer Hauling Aluminum Regional Run - out 2-3 nights per...

Class A CDL Line Haul Hourly Driver

  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

Must possess a valid commercial driver's license with hazmat, doubles, and tanker endorsements. Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems....

Lowboy Truck Driver CDLA

  • Blandon, PA (20 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Blandon, PA (20 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 20 hours ago

Requirements: Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record. Minimum of 3 years of experience driving a class A CDL truck. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required for some manual tasks....

Local Cdl A Truck Driver / Yard Jockey

  • Hazleton, PA (24 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Hazleton, PA (24 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 23 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 Truck Drivers: Get Higher Pay 57 - 64 Cpm (Based On Experience)

  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Earn GREAT PAY, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers: 2,000+ Miles Per Week On Average and GREAT PAY! Now with $1,000 Sign On Bonus! Choose Home Time that works for you. Team Drivers: Up...

CDL A Truck Driver - Floater, 2nd Shift (Reading, PA)

  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 day ago

At Pitney Bowes, we do the right thing, the right way. As a member of our team, you can too.** We have amazing people who are the driving force, the inspiration and foundation of our company. Our...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver

  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Dedicated truck driver Average pay: $1,190-$1,310 weekly Home time: Daily Experience: 3 months or greater CDL experience Overview + Haul pallets in dry van trailers. + 100% no-touch and 50%...

Substitute Truck Driver-Class A Cdl

  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 2 days ago

REQUIREMENTS: -Valid class A license -Clean MVR for 5 years -Must pass criminal background screen, drug test, and DOT physical JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: -Spot trailers at various job sites and...

Truck Driver CDL A Daily

  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reading, PA (23 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate opening for a Dedicated SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Reading, PA We will buy your truck!...

Truck Driver - CDL Class A. Job in Pottsville Gr8Jobs

  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pottsville, PA (5 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $90000 annually Home daily No touch Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral You will drive: Late model, Penske...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Tremont, PA (10 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tremont, PA (10 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Truck Driver** **US - PA - Tremont** Roehl Transport is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran....

CDL A Truck Driver

  • Shamokin, PA (18 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shamokin, PA (18 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 4 days ago

The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver's license (CDL) and commercial learner's permit (CLP) holders' drug and alcohol program violations...

Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

  • Seltzer, PA (4 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seltzer, PA (4 miles from Cressona, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Local Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $90000 annually Home daily No touch Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral You will drive: Late model, Penske...

Demographic Data for Cressona, PA

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Cressona, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in Cressona, PA 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 Cressona, PA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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