Straight Truck Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

A Straight Truck, also known as a box truck or a cube van, plays an essential role in the transportation industry. These vehicles are crucial for local deliveries and short hauls, often carrying goods from warehouses to retail outlets, or delivering packages in urban areas. Straight Trucks are typically easier to navigate in congested areas compared to larger tractor-trailers, making them ideal for delivery in densely populated regions. They serve as a vital cog in the supply chain, ensuring the smooth and timely transportation of goods to their final destination.

To operate a Straight Truck, one must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - specifically a Class B CDL - or a specialized Straight Truck certification. Important skills for this role include the ability to operate and maintain the vehicle, strong spatial awareness for loading and unloading goods, as well as navigation and route planning skills. Prior job roles that can lead to this position may include a delivery driver, a warehouse worker, or a forklift operator, each providing relevant experience in handling goods, understanding delivery procedures, and operating commercial vehicles.

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Cdl-A: Regional Flatbed Drivers

  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications - Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) is required. - Must have GOOD WORK ETHICS - Minimum 2 YEARS FLAT BED EXPERIENCE is a MUST. - Familiarity with open deck trailers and tarping...

CDL FLATBED DRIVERS NEEDED up to 3500$ weekly NO ESCROW truck in NJ

  • Sayreville, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sayreville, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

MDX Line is looking for OTR FLATBED company drivers 1 truck is ready in SAYREVILLE NJ ASAP 2021-2024 Volvo Freightliners governed at 73 mph - We are located in IL and NJ - Pay is up 30% depending...

CDL FLATBED DRIVERS NEEDED up to 3500$ weekly NO ESCROW

  • Sayreville, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sayreville, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

MDX Line is looking for OTR FLATBED company drivers 2021-2024 Volvo Freightliners governed at 73 mph - We are located in IL and NJ - Pay is up 30% depending on experience and records (flatbed)...

CDL FLATBED DRIVERS NEEDED up to 3500$ weekly NO ESCROW

  • Port Reading, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Port Reading, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

MDX Line is looking for OTR FLATBED company drivers 2021-2024 Volvo Freightliners governed at 73 mph - We are located in IL and NJ - Pay is up 30% depending on experience and records (flatbed)...

Flatbed Truck Driver - Home Weekends - Earn $100,000/Year + Benefits

  • Union City, NJ (24 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Union City, NJ (24 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: Valid Class A CDL 3+ months of driving experience preferred No recent DOT-reportable accidents or DUIs Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements Start Driving...

CDL Class A FLATBED Drivers

  • Irvington, NJ (14 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvington, NJ (14 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

JOB: *Chofer con experiencia en flatbed *Requires English/Spanish *Ambiente respetuoso y profesional *Yarda equipada con Tanque de combustible y taller mecanico REQUISITOS: *CDL Clase A...

CDL Delivery Truck Driver - Knuckle Boom Operator (531)

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

the road travel Specific qualifications include: Valid CDL - Class A or B The ability to lift 75-100 pounds repeatedly (your most common cargo will be 70 pound bundles of shingles) Pre-employment drug...

CDL Delivery Truck Driver - Knuckle Boom Operator (531)

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

the road travel Specific qualifications include: Valid CDL Class A or B The ability to lift 75-100 pounds repeatedly (your most common cargo will be 70 pound bundles of shingles) Pre-employment drug...

CDL Delivery Truck Driver (531)

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

screen and random drug screens are required Flatbed and/or straight truck experience is preferred Semi tractor & trailer experience is preferred Trailer mounted forklift experience is preferred Benefits...

CDL-A Dedicated Flatbed Truck Driver

  • Lebanon, NJ (21 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Lebanon, NJ (21 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

A. Duie Pyle is seeking an experienced, motivated full-time CDL-A Dedicated Flatbed Truck Driver in Lebanon, NJ. You will work out of the South Plainfield NJ location till Lebanon NJ opens. You...

CDL A Flatbed Driver - Local Home Daily

  • Branchburg, NJ (17 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (17 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Why work for U.S. LUMBER? Quick Response, Deep Knowledge, Relationships Built on Trust Benefits will include Medical, Dental, Vision on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment...

Flatbed Driver and Warehouse Associate: Weekly Pay up to $1100

  • Mountainside, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mountainside, NJ (8 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Delivery Driver / Warehouse Associate Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM | Saturday, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM We're looking for a reliable Delivery Driver/Warehouse Associate to join...

Demographic Data for South Plainfield, NJ

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Salary for Straight Truck Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Straight Truck positions.



Highest Education Level

Straight Trucks in South Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.8%
Associate's Degree
12.0%
Bachelor's Degree
11.1%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
1.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Straight Trucks in South Plainfield, NJ
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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