CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Thorndale, 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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Top 50% CDL A Drivers Avg $84,047 Running Northeast Region-Home Weekends

  • Garnet Valley, PA (19 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Garnet Valley, PA (19 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

Shaffer Trucking offers a Northeast Region fleet. Salary: Top 50% average $84,047 per year CPM: Starting pay $.68 to $.71 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a...

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

  • Avondale, PA (11 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Avondale, PA (11 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour 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

  • Chadds Ford, PA (13 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chadds Ford, PA (13 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Top 50% of OTR CDL A drivers avg. $92,254/Year

  • Avondale, PA (11 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Avondale, PA (11 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 hour 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 Night Shuttle Truck Driver

  • West Chester, PA (7 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • West Chester, PA (7 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

A Duie Pyle is seeking an experienced, motivated full-time Night Class A Shuttle Truck Driver in West Chester, PA. This position pays $34.85 per hour. You will be driving a day cab tractor pulling...

Regional Class A Drivers- HOME WEEKLY

  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

Performance Bonus up to $.09 more per mile!!!! Regional - Run the Eastern portion of the U.S. (Texas and east) Northeast freight pays **$.25 more per mile** + HOME WEEKLY!!! + Guarantee Pay + 65%...

Truck Driver

  • Springfield, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Springfield, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

In our over the road Flatbed Fleet, youll haul unique freight mostly east of I-35 (though you may have loads that'll take you through any of the lower 48 states and Canada). As you see the nation,...

Regional Sleeper Cdl-A Drivers Wanted! Oxford, PA

  • Oxford, PA (18 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Oxford, PA (18 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

SLEEPER ONLY - 4 NIGHTS OUT*** Looking for full-time, safe, reliable, Class A drivers, 23 years or older with 2 yrs verifiable experience. Driver must have no accidents in 2 years, No moving...

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver: $1,000 Sign On Bonus & Avg $1,300+/wk!

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 day ago

LIMITED TIME! $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS! U.S. Xpress is now hiring for one of our most popular dedicated lanes that average $1,300+ weekly. No touch freight! USX offers great benefits! Only 3 months...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Ephrata, PA (24 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ephrata, PA (24 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 day ago

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

CDL-A - Dedicated Reefer nighttime truck driver - Lidl

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Dedicated Reefer nighttime truck driver - Lidl Average pay: $1,450-$1,600 weekly Home time: Daily Experience: 3 months or greater CDL experience Overview + Reefer trailers hauling grocery store...

Truck Driver - Hiker/Vehicle Transporter/CDL - Part Time

  • King of Prussia, PA (20 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (20 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Penske Truck Leasing seeks highly motivated and qualified applicants to fill the unique position of Hiker (Vehicle Transporter/Truck Driver). This position is responsible for vehicle delivery and...

OTR Drivers CDL-A No Sitting, Pre-Planned Freight, Weekly Pay!

  • Downingtown, PA (3 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Downingtown, PA (3 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago

If youre looking for steady miles, reliable weekly pay, and a team that treats you with respect this is your sign to make the switch! Requirements: -Valid CDL-A & Minimum 18 months experience...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - No Touch Freight

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 2 days ago

CDL A Flatbed Truck Driver Earn $89,700-$104,000 Annually! Pay & Benefits: $0.69 CPM Earn $1,725-$2,000 Weekly Rider & Pet Policies* Unlimited Driver Referral Program ($2,000-$3,000 per referral,...

Tack Truck Driver

  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities This position drives truck equipped with water/tack and keeps proper level on all equipment assigned to the driver. Conducts all work in accordance with company policies,...

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Thorndale, 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 Thorndale, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.1%
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 Thorndale, PA
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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