CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Washington

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 dedicated truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring local CDL-A drivers! Become a Dedicated Contract Services® driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a single...

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Truck Driver CDL A Regional

  • Ryder System
  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 days ago

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

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CDL A Truck Driver

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Pullman, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pullman, WA
  • 30+ days ago

BECOME A US FOODS DRIVER! The pay for our CDL A Delivery Truck Drivers is $33.62 per hour. We are looking for CDL A Delivery Truck Drivers who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and...

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Class A CDL Driver Monday-Friday $1500 Sign on Bonus

  • Bunzl
  • Sumner, WA
  • 23 days ago
  • Sumner, WA
  • 23 days ago

The Must-Haves Valid Class A CDL. A clean driving record, based on our fleet safety standards. Ability to operate and navigate a variety of commercial vehicles....

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Class A CDL Driver

  • Waste Connections
  • Ilwaco, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ilwaco, WA
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum Job Requirements: Valid Class A CDL with air brakes endorsement Clean driving record (please bring a copy of your MVR to the in-person interview) Ability to operate 10-, 13-, and 18-speed transmissions...

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Tractor Trailer Driver- Longview,WA

  • Waste Connections
  • Longview, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Longview, WA
  • 45+ days ago

A CDL with air brakes endorsement....

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Truck driver vacancy in Washington USA

  • Woopel
  • WA
  • moments ago
  • WA
  • moments ago

driver's license (CDL) - Clean driving record - Ability to pass a drug test and background check - Good physical stamina and hand-eye coordination - Excellent time management skills - Basic knowledge...

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Truck driver vacancy in Washington USA

  • SummitLab
  • WA
  • moments ago
  • WA
  • moments ago

The ideal candidate will have prior experience driving trucks and possess a valid commercial driver's license (CDL)....

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Class A Driver 4 Day Work Week

  • BUNZL
  • Liberty Lake, WA
  • moments ago
  • Liberty Lake, WA
  • moments ago

The Must-Haves : Valid Class A CDL. A clean driving record, based on our fleet safety standards. Ability to operate and navigate a variety of commercial vehicles....

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Tractor Trailer Driver

  • Herc Rentals
  • Woodinville, WA
  • moments ago
  • Woodinville, WA
  • moments ago

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North...

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CDL-A Truck Driver

  • C.R. England
  • Kent, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 2 hours ago

C.R. England is Now Hiring Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers! Drivers Average $102,544 Annually - Top 10% Earn Up to $129,792 per Year* Valid CDL-A and 3+ months of current experience required This...

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Class B Driver - Home Daily - Steady Local Routes with Regional Support

  • Maine Oxy
  • Auburn, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 4 hours ago

Class B Driver - Home Daily | Steady Local Routes + Regional Support Location: Maine (Flexible Routes Across Multiple Locations) Have a Class B CDL? You're qualified to start-HazMat or not....

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Regional CDL A Driver - Lynden, WA

  • Lynden Door
  • Lynden, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lynden, WA
  • 4 hours ago

ROLE: Lynden Door Trucking, LLC is a growing, family-owned transportation and logistics company, looking for full-time, CDL A Regional Drivers based out of our facility in Lynden, WA. We haul our...

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Truck Driver CDL A Local Home Daily Dry Van

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Auburn, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 4 hours ago

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

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Truck Driver CDL A Local Home Daily

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Auburn, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 4 hours ago

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

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Demographic Data for Washington

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


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CDL Truck Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Washington

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


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