CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Tennessee

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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Local CDL A Truck Driver - $26+/hr

  • Shelbyville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Shelbyville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Job Info Job Location: Shelbyville, TN Route Type: Local Type of Assignment: Temp to Hire Hours Per Shift: 9 Hours Hours Per Week: 45 Hours Shift Start Time: 08:00 am Working Days: Mon-Fri...

Roehl Transport is Now Hiring Regional CDL-A Flatbed Drivers! Top 50% of Drivers Average $1,470 Weekly - Be Home Every Week (Mostly Weekends) Take Home More. Be Home More in a home weekly driving...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Flexible Home Time - Earn $72,000-$78,000/Year

  • Collierville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Collierville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Transco Lines is Now Hiring CDL-A Solo Company Drivers Earn $72,000-$78,000 Annually* - Flexible Home Time - 100% No-Touch Freight Company Truck Driver: Earn $72,000 - $78,000 annually based on...

CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Daily - Earn $80,505/Year + Great Benefits

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Hub Group is Now Hiring Intermodal CDL-A Drivers in Nashville, TN Earn $80,505 Annually - Home Daily - No-Touch Freight What's In It For You? Earn $80,505 annually Local routes, home daily...

Truck Driver CDL-A

  • Eads, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Eads, TN
  • 3 hours ago

ProDrivers is seeking a tractor trailer flatbed truck driver in the Memphis, TN area delivering tempered glass products. This route is home daily and offers the truck driver weekends off, weekly...

OTR Team CDL-A Company Truck Drivers

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

OTR Team CDL-A Company Truck Drivers - Multiple Locations Pay & Details Dedicated Teams - $192,400 - $228,800 Annually Per Team Earn $0.74 - $0.77 CPM (No Hazmat Endorsement) Earn $0.79 CPM (With...

Hiring Cdl-A Drivers-25% Pay 2025 Trucks

  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago

!! NOW HIRING CDL-A DRIVERS 25% PAY 2025 FREIGHTLINERS!! !! Call Bo: ... | APPLY HERE: APPLY HERE Were hiring reliable, experienced OTR drivers to join our team. Drive a brand-new **2025...

CDL A Regional Hazmat Truck Driver - Earn $90k Annually - Lebanon, TN

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $90000 annually Travel required Hazmat endorsement required If hazmat not currently held, candidate must acquire endorsement within...

Hiring Cdl-A Drivers-30% Pay 2025 Trucks

  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago

!! NOW HIRING CDL-A DRIVERS 30% PAY 2025 FREIGHTLINERS!! !! Call Bo: ... | APPLY HERE: APPLY HERE !!! MUST HAVE A CLEAN RECORD AND A GOOD WORK HISTORY!!! 2-3 WEEKS OTR then HOME TIME Exemple: 30%...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Car Haul - Earn $1,900+ Weekly

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

CDL-A Truck Drivers Car Haul Earn $1,900+ Weekly! Pay & Benefits: Average Annual Pay of $100,000 Top Drivers earning $110,000+ Annually! Annual Wage Increases* Paid Training Driver Referral...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Home Daily! Up to $1600/Week!

  • Jackson, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 3 hours ago

compliance standards Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan About TransForce: TransForce drivers are respected professionals, trusted by...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Car Haul - Earn $100,000 Annually

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 hours ago

CDL A Car Haul Truck Drivers - Earn $100,000 Annually! Pay & Benefits: Average Weekly Pay of $1,900+ Top Drivers earning $110,000+ Annually! Annual Wage Increases* Paid Training Driver Referral...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Car Haul - Earn $1,900+ Weekly

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

CDL-A Truck Drivers Car Haul Earn $1,900+ Weekly! Pay & Benefits: Average Annual Pay of $100,000 Top Drivers earning $110,000+ Annually! Annual Wage Increases* Paid Training Driver Referral...

CDL-A Truck Drivers - Car Haul - Earn $1,900+ Weekly

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

CDL-A Truck Drivers Car Haul Earn $1,900+ Weekly! Pay & Benefits: Average Annual Pay of $100,000 Top Drivers earning $110,000+ Annually! Annual Wage Increases* Paid Training Driver Referral...

Hazmat Tanker Truck Driver

  • Eads, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Eads, TN
  • 3 hours ago

We are looking for a qualified CDL Truck Driver with hazmat and tanker endorsements interested in a great opportunity in the Rossville area....

Demographic Data for Tennessee

Moving to Tennessee? Find some basic demographic data about Tennessee below.


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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Tennessee

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



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