Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Class A CDL Local Driver
Career Insights for Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver (General)
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on New Jersey data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$40,373 / year median in New Jersey
-19% projected decline
Job Description
Looking for a steady weekday driving job with excellent hourly pay and daily home time? This dedicated position involves shuttle work, local deliveries, trailer moves, and port-related freight while hauling medical supplies. Drivers enjoy a consistent schedule, newer equipment, and minimal-touch freight in a stable year-round operation. Highlights Average annual earnings of $70,000-$85,000 Average weekly earnings of $1,500 $29/hour $500 transition bonus Home Daily Monday-Friday schedule Start time around 6:00 AM Typical workday ends around 2:00-3:00 PM Newer Freightliner equipment Mostly drop-and-hook and dock bumping freight Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 40 hours Requirements Minimum 6 months of recent CDL-A experience Hazmat endorsement required TWIC card required Comfortable with local deliveries, shuttle work, and trailer moves Strong safety record and dependable attendance No passengers or pets permitted Call 260-289-9788 for an immediate interview.