CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Texas

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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J.B. Hunt Transport

Local Truck Driver

Looking for local truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring intermodal truck drivers! Drive with J.B. Hunt Intermodal and enjoy express access railyard gates, onsite maintenance and 100%...

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CDL A Truck Driver

  • Performance Foodservice
  • Argyle, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Argyle, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Position Details: Pay: $88,000 upwards annually after completion of training period Schedule/Hours : Tuesday through Saturday, Dispatch between 1-5am MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR LAYOVER...

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CDL A Truck Driver

  • Chalk Mountain Services of Texas
  • Fort Bliss, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Bliss, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Are you ready to earn more? Join the Chalk Mountain team in West Texas and make up to $100K plus annually! At Chalk Mountain, we only deliver oil field services which means youll have standard and...

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Truck Driver CDL A Home Weekly

  • Ryder System
  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Dallas, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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CDL Class A Truck Driver Weekly Guarantee

  • Ryder System
  • Forney, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Forney, TX
  • 13 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Forney, Texas offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Home Weekly Flatbed

  • Ryder System
  • Denton, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denton, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Texas offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Solo

  • Ryder System
  • Corsicana, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Corsicana, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Corsicana, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Hazmat CDL A Truck Driver

  • Ryder System
  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in in Houston, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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CDL A Truck Driver - Local & Regional Routes - $30/hr + Benefits

  • TransForce Inc.
  • Irving, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 7 days ago

Job Info Job Location: Irving, TX Route Type: Regional Type of Assignment: Dedicated Transmission Type: Automatic Job Requirements Experience: 1+ year Handling: Heavy Touch Additional Information...

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Truck Driver CDL A Regional

  • Ryder System
  • Dallas, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 5 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Dallas, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A No Touch Team

  • Ryder System
  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver TEAM in El Paso, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Home Weekly Class A Truck Driver

  • Ryder System
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a TEAM Class A CDL Truck Driver in Houston, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Regional Flatbed

  • Ryder System
  • Saginaw, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Saginaw, TX
  • 20 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Saginaw, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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OTR Class A Truck Driver

  • Ryder System
  • Sulphur Springs, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Sulphur Springs, TX
  • 26 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver in Sulphur Springs, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional

  • Ryder System
  • Burleson, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • Burleson, TX
  • 27 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver inBurleson, TX offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about....

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Demographic Data for Texas

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


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CDL Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dump Truck: Driving Safely
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High Tech Trucks
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Dump Truck - Orientation
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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Texas

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 Texas offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers in Texas
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%


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