CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Truck Driver

  • Wausau, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 3 hours ago

Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A). At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor trailer driving experience. Meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications....

Experienced CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Daily - Earn $69,973/Year

  • Burlington, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Burlington, WI
  • 3 hours ago

Hub Group is Now Hiring Intermodal CDL-A Drivers in Milwaukee, WI Earn $69,973 per Year - No-Touch Freight - Full Benefits Top Pay & Benefits: Earn $69,973 per year Local routes, home daily...

Local Straight Truck Driver

  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Do you hold a Class B CDL? Do you have a top-notch driving record and superior customer service skills? Are you an expert with pre and post trip inspections? Do you uphold DOT regulations?...

Local Truck Driver

  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Do you hold a Class A CDL? Do you have a top-notch driving record and superior customer service skills? Are you an expert with pre and post trip inspections? Do you uphold DOT regulations?...

Local Hazmat CDL Truck Driver $0.62 per Mile Avg. $100,000 / Year

  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Ruan is looking for Class A CDL hazmat drivers based in Madison, WI, to transport and deliver liquid oxygen, nitrogen, or argon for a dedicated customer....

We are hiring CDL Class A drivers now! We have very experienced dispatch team and brand new equipment! Our drivers take home averages $2000 - $3500+ weekly! Requirements: CDL Class A license (no...

Dry Van Regional CDL Truck Driver $1,800+ per Week Janesville, WI

  • Hanover, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hanover, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Ruan is hiring for local Class A Drivers to be based in Janesville, WI, to haul canned goods in a dry van trailer for our dedicated customer, Seneca Foods. Call ... for more information. Pay Get...

Regional Reefer Drivers

  • Kewaskum, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kewaskum, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Avg Pay / Salary 101,324 Home Time Consistent Weekly Hometime Bonus Weekly Performance Bonus, and Monthly Safety Bonus Benefits: Average $1,800 - $2,100 per week Fleet average $101,324 per year...

Local Reefer Driver 2nd Shift (Noon-3pm Start)

  • Grafton, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Grafton, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Hiring Location Hartford, WI Avg Pay / Salary 83,217 Home Time Local, HOME DAILY Bonus Weekly performance bonus, and monthly safety bonus Secure Parking Provided Zeller Office See your family more...

Truck Driver CDL A Touch Regional

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Immediate opening for a Class A Regional Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us in Kenosha, WI For more info Call Jacob or Text "Kenosha" to ... You might be wondering what your...

Truck Driver (CDL-A Required)

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 8 hours ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Details: Drivers earn on average $88000 a year! NOW OFFERING A $12500 SIGN ON BONUS Drivers also have the potential to earn up to an additional $2000 per year for safety bonuses! Why...

Truck Driver

  • Sheboygan, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sheboygan, WI
  • 11 hours ago

Overview HSM Spiller is looking for a CDL-A truck driver. Must hold a CDL Class-A. At HSM Spiller we pride ourselves on being home weekly. Along with runs that last 2-3 days at a time. At HSM...

Experienced CDL-A Driver - Home Weekly - Earn $65,000-$85,000/Year

  • River Falls, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • River Falls, WI
  • 12 hours ago

If you're an experienced Class A CDL driver looking to get off the road and be home weekly, we've got a shiny red truck with your name on it!...

CDL Truck Driver - $5K Sign On Bonus

  • Neenah, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Neenah, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Truck Driver Home Time: Great & Flexible home time Full cdl truck driver benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and 401(k) with company matching Late-model...

CDL- A Truck Driver Linehaul

  • Neenah, WI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Neenah, WI
  • 15 hours ago

Class A Linehaul Truck Drivers, Earn up to $95,000 yearly (76 C.P.M.) Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Our drivers are home every day! Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Wisconsin

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



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