CDL Truck Driver Jobs in North Kingstown, RI

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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Truck Driver

  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 hours ago

Qualifications To operate our company vehicles, you must have a minimum of a Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with HAZMAT, tanker, and air brake endorsements as well as a valid Medical Examiners...

Truck Driver - Providence, RI

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 hours ago

endorsement (Tanker and Hazmat) Must pass a current DOT physical Must possess and maintain a D.O.T....

OTR CDL A Drivers Moving National Freight -Top 50% average $92,254

  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 hours ago

Salary: Top 50% average $92,254 per year CPM: Starting pay $.61 to $.64 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL WHY CHOOSE CRETE CARRIER?...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver - EMD Millipore

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Dedicated truck driver - EMD Millipore Average pay: $1,310-$1,440 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: 3 months or greater CDL experience Overview + Haul medical supply bins in dry van trailers. +...

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

  • Barrington, RI (12 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Barrington, RI (12 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: Top 50% average $92,254 per year CPM: Starting pay $.61 to $.64 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL WHY CHOOSE CRETE CARRIER?...

OTR CDL A Drivers Needed-Top 50% average $92,254-21 Days Out

  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: Top 50% average $92,254 per year CPM: Starting pay $.63 to $.66 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL WHY CHOOSE SHAFFER TRUCKING?...

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

  • North Stonington, CT (23 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Stonington, CT (23 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: Top 50% average $92,254 per year CPM: Starting pay $.63 to $.66 cpm Experience: One-year verifiable tractor trailer experience with a class A CDL WHY CHOOSE SHAFFER TRUCKING?...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver - Ahold

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Dedicated truck driver - Ahold Average pay: $1,310-$1,600 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Hauling store merchandise in dry van trailers. + 100% no-touch and 90%...

Truck Driver CDL A Hourly Travel

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

We have an opening for a Travelling Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at Ryder in Providence, RI....

Truck Driver

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Truck Driver Full-Time Location: Ardente Supply CDL Not Required Ardente Supply, a trusted family-owned business, is looking for a reliable Truck Driver to join our team! If you're looking for...

Truck Driver on-the-job CDL Training

  • Newport, RI (10 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport, RI (10 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days 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...

Truck Driver

  • Pawtucket, RI (20 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (20 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days 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,...

CDL-A - Regional Van Truckload truck driver - home weekly

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Regional Van Truckload truck driver - home weekly Average pay: $875-$1,065 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Predictable power lanes with a high volume of freight. +...

Truck Driver - CDL Class A - Penske Logistics

  • Cranston, RI (14 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (14 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A CDL Truck Drivers * Average $91000 annually * Home Daily * Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral What you will do: * Perform multi-stop deliveries...

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

  • Cranston, RI (14 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (14 miles from North Kingstown, RI)
  • 5 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...

Demographic Data for North Kingstown, RI

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in North Kingstown, RI

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 Kingstown, RI 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 Kingstown, RI
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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