CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Pennsylvania

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
  • 10 days ago
  • Pottsville, PA
  • 10 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 Class A Truck Driver

  • Pottsville, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pottsville, PA
  • 60+ 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 on-the-job CDL Training

  • Somerset, PA
  • moments ago
  • Somerset, PA
  • moments ago

On-the-Job CDL Training Program Truck Driving Job** **New Year - New Career!** Make more of yourself and for yourself. If you qualify, **Roehl Transport will pay you to get your CDL ( & earn a...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Marcus Hook, PA
  • moments ago
  • Marcus Hook, PA
  • moments ago

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

PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A)

  • York, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • York, PA
  • 1 hour ago

PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A) Print ( Apply PennDOT CDL Operator (Transportation Equipment Operator A) Salary $43,990.00 - $51,932.00 Annually Location York County, PA...

CDL A Truck Drivers - Mostly Home Daily - No Touch Freight

  • Harmonsburg, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Harmonsburg, PA
  • 5 hours ago

A CDL Hiring New & Experienced Drivers Position is based in Austinburg, OH; Must live within 50 miles of location....

Truck Driver - CDL Drivers - Local Class A Driver

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago

As a Centerline CDL Truck Driver, you will have several advantages over other transportation job seekers....

Class A CDL, Regional, Home weekends

  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Looking for Professional drivers to run Regional, we pick up and deliver to steel mills, No Tarping, we have new Conestoga trailers,we have paid training if you have 2 years CDL experience, No...

CDL A Drivers wanted

  • Altoona, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Currently looking for CDL A drivers. Altoona PA greater area. Home daily, 6 day per week operation (Monday -Saturday), great pay!!. Curbside home deliveries for a major home improvement retailer...

OTR CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: $.57 - $.64 CPM + $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago

OTR CDL-A TRUCK DRIVERS: GET HIGHER PAY $.57 - $.64 CPM (based on experience) NOW WITH $1,000 Sign On Bonus! Don&t Wait, Call Now! Earn Great Pay, consistent miles & 24/7 support! Solo Drivers:...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver - Georgia Pacific

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Dedicated truck driver - Georgia Pacific Average pay: $1,080-$1,330 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Haul paper products in dry van trailers. + 100% no-touch and 90%...

Local CDL A Driver - No Touch Freight

  • West Chester, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • West Chester, PA
  • 19 hours ago

BJs Wholesale Club is Hiring Class A Drivers Local, No Touch Freight, Weekly Pay + Overtime PAY $5,000 Sign on Bonus!* MUST BE 21 YEARS OLD MUST HAVE AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF CLASS-A VERIFIABLE DRIVING...

Hiring Company Truck Drivers (CDL-A Only) Earn $.60-$.80 CPM!

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago

Currently Hiring Company Truck Drivers (CDL-A Only).Apply today and within 24 hours you'll receive multiple job offers. Earn $.60 - $.80+ CPM! and up per year based on position. Simply select the...

CDL-A - Dedicated nighttime truck driver - Niagara Bottling

  • Uniontown, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Uniontown, PA
  • 21 hours ago

Dedicated nighttime truck driver - Niagara Bottling Average pay: $1,250-$1,500 weekly Home time: Daily Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Haul bottled water in dry van trailers. + 100%...

CDL Class A Driver Wanted

  • Northampton, PA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Northampton, PA
  • 23 hours ago

responder favorito favorito esconder desocultar marcar Publicado CDL Class A Driver Wanted tipo de empleo: NEW OTR/Regional CDL - A CAREER OPPORTUNITIES $2100+ Weekly Average & Good Home Time Out...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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