CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Downingtown, 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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Heavy Duty Wrecker Driver (CDL-A)

Morgantown, PA (13 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Morgantown, PA (13 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Now Hiring: CDL-A Heavy Wrecker Driver Rob's Automotive & Collision (Morgantown, PA) Location: Morgantown, PA Compensation: Based on interview and experience, with the potential to earn over...

Dedicated CDL A Driver Hauling for Mars, Hershey, Unilever-Home Weekends. Top 50% average $77,492

Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Shaffer Trucking offers home weekends with a Dedicated fleet. Salary: Top 50% average $77,492 per year CPM: Starting pay $.58 to $.61 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience...

OTR CDL A drivers with CDL A and 1 year or more experience starting pay $.63 to $.66 cpm

Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Pennsylvania is home to one of our largest terminals and the state where Shaffer Trucking was founded and its home to some of our major customers. Drivers from Pennsylvania can choose frequent...

CDL A Drivers Earn up to $75,348 with a Mid-Atlantic Regional. Weekend Home Time

Garnet Valley, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Garnet Valley, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Shaffer Trucking offers Mid Atlantic Regional. Salary: Top 50% average $75,348 per year CPM: Starting pay $.60 to $.63 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A...

East Coast Regional Top 50% CDL A Drivers Avg $71,160-Home Weekends

Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Marcus Hook, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
11 hours ago

Crete Carrier offers home weekends running an East Coast regional. Salary: Top 50% average $71,160 per year CPM: Starting pay $.56 to $.59 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver - Independent Container Line

Chester, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
19 hours ago

Chester, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
19 hours ago

Dedicated truck driver - Independent Container Line Average pay: $1,120-$1,380 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Haul ship containers. + 100% no-touch and 50%...

CDL Truck Driver Home Daily 1 1 1 1 (Malvern, PA, US, 19355)

Malvern, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
20 hours ago

Malvern, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
20 hours ago

Requisition Number: 26636 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nation's premier propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Media, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
20 hours ago

Media, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
20 hours ago

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed....

Cdl A Driver

Oley, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
1 day ago

Oley, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
1 day ago

Hello. Were looking for otr driver. Dry van trailer. $25 %pay to driver. Two year cdl experience. ...

CDL Truck Driver

Glenolden, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
1 day ago

Glenolden, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
1 day ago

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

CDL Truck Driver Home Daily 1 1 1 1

Malvern, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
2 days ago

Malvern, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
2 days ago

Requisition Number: 26636 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premier propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

CDL Reefer Driver bring home weekly $2100 to $3500

Narvon, PA (14 miles from Downingtown, PA)
2 days ago

Narvon, PA (14 miles from Downingtown, PA)
2 days ago

un CDL Reefer Driver bring home weekly $2100 to $3500 (Oak Creek) image 1 of 5 compensation: 2100$ to 3500$ employment type: job title: Reefer Driver Great pay up to 30% from gross for company...

Flatbed CDL-A Truck Driver - HIRING NOW - Up to $100K!

Montchanin, DE (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
2 days ago

Montchanin, DE (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
2 days ago

HAVE YOUR CDL-A? SPEAK WITH A SEATING SPECIALIST TODAY! ... Real Miles. Real Money. Western Express has immediate openings in our Flatbed division for company drivers and driver trainers! (CDL-A...

PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

Chester, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
3 days ago

Chester, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
3 days ago

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License with the Air Brake Restriction (L) removed....

CDL Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet

Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
3 days ago

Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
3 days ago

CDL Truck Driver Van OTR Fleet at Roehl Transport in Wilmington, Delaware, United States Job Description In our over the road Van Fleet, you'll haul largely no-touch freight across 48 states and Canada...

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Demographic Data for Downingtown, PA

Moving to Downingtown, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Downingtown, PA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Downingtown, PA

Local

National

Total Population

52,406

Number of Businesses

997

City Size

Medium

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Downingtown, PA

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 Downingtown, PA offer the following education background

High School or GED

37.4%

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 Downingtown, PA

None

39.3%

1-2 years

31.7%

Less than 1 year

29.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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