CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Virginia

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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CDL Class A Truck Driver - Guaranteed minimum of 262 per day!

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 17 days ago

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

CDL-A Driver for my 2020 Freightliner Cascadia 126 A/T -- $0.80 or 35%

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 hour ago

CDL - Class A, Driver needed to drive my 2020 Freightliner Cascadia 126, Automatic. The Truck is solid, Fully Serviced, up to date in ALL Maintenance and it's in excellent Mechanical Condition....

CDL-A Drivers / $78K Yearly / Regional & OTR Routes

  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Regional and OTR Routes Benefits: Flexible home time (home every 10 days) - it's your choice! Average pay of $1,500 per week or $78,000 per year - call us to learn more! Medical, dental, and...

Dry Van HOME WEEKLY CDL-A Truck Driver - HIRING NOW!

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Qualifications: Class A CDL...

CDL-A Independent Contractor Truck Driver

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 hours ago

TransAm Trucking Independent Contractor Truck Driver Jobs TransAm Trucking, a leading refrigerated carrier, has exciting opportunities for CDL-A drivers to become independent contractors! Be your...

Driver-Class B CDL

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 8 hours ago

Requirements: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED), 21+ years of age, a valid Class B CDL license. A minimum of one (1) year of driving experience....

CDL A Driver/Operator

  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 hours ago

Are you a proactive CDL A Driver seeking the opportunity to earn up to $100,000 annually? Put your CDL-A license to use in a thrilling role that involves more than just driving. Work on railroad...

Driver-Class A CDL

  • Chester, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chester, VA
  • 8 hours ago

Requirements: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED), 21+ years of age, a valid Class A CDL license. A minimum of one (1) year of driving experience....

CDL-A - Tanker truck driver

  • Winchester, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 9 hours ago

Tanker truck driver Average pay: $1,180-$1,450 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview + Haul liquid chemical freight with tanker trailers. + 3-5 loads per week. Pay and...

Water Truck Driver - Richmond

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Skills Required: Must possess a valid CDL, Class B, with air brake endorsement & tanker endorsement. Ability to do basic math....

Overview Reefer trailer hauling grocery store refrigerated products. 100% hand-unloads using an electric pallet jack. 3 loads per week with 1-7 stop-offs per load. Drive within MD, NC, PA and VA....

CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver

  • Suffolk, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Suffolk, VA
  • 11 hours ago

A Duie Pyle is seeking an experienced, motivated full-time CDL-A Dedicated Shuttle Truck Driver in Ashland. Driver will shuttle from Ashland, VA to Suffolk, VA and back and repeat the process...

CDL Truck Driver

  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Overview Company Summary MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and...

Truck Driver

  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Overview Company Summary MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and...

CDL-A - Dedicated truck driver - Tractor Supply

  • Martinsville, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Martinsville, VA
  • 13 hours ago

Dedicated truck driver - Tractor Supply Average pay: $1,060-$1,290 weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: All CDL holders Overview Hauling feed on dry van trailers. 100% no-touch freight. 9 loads...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.0%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
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 Virginia
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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