Types of Commercial Driver Jobs
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If you’re thinking about becoming a commercial truck driver in , there are lots of directions to go in once you’ve earned your commercial driver’s license (CDL). Whether you looking for out-of-state adventures or hoping to stay close to home, there are commercial truck driver jobs to fit your lifestyle!
Local Driver
For commercial driving jobs, you’ll only complete routes within one town or city for a duration of eight to ten hours a day. In other words, you can drive all day and be home in time for dinner! These commercial driver jobs are a great fit if you’d prefer not to be away from your family for extended periods.
Regional Driver
Regional commercial truck driver jobs involve a larger geographical area than local driver jobs. Most trucking companies require drivers to meet a daily mileage quota before returning home for a certain number of days.
Long Haul (OTR) Driver
Over-the-road trucking (OTR) or long-haul trucking is just what it sounds like: long hauls that require several weeks of travel to complete. If you love the idea of crossing state lines and exploring new places, this could be a great fit.
Specialized Commercial Truck Driver Jobs
Most freight is moved by dry vans, and many drivers begin their careers as dry van drivers or Amazon delivery partners. Commercial driving jobs that involve more sensitive freight—like liquids, hazardous materials, and perishables—require additional skills and endorsements. Once you get comfortable with the basics of connecting and disconnecting the trailer from the cab, along with other routine maintenance, you may want to step up your skills with one of the following specialties:
- Flatbed Driver – Haul oversized or wide-load cargo on flatbed trailers
- Tanker Truck Driver – Transport liquids, gas, and other hazardous materials (HazMat), in small or large cylindrical vehicles
- Refrigerated Driver – Haul refrigerated freight in a reefer (refrigerated) truck or van
- Bus Driver – Transport students within a region or passengers on chartered long-distance sightseeing tours
Explore Commercial Truck Driving Opportunites in
Questions about commercial truck driver jobs in the and area? The team at International Used Truck Center is happy to help you get your career rolling! Start your research today with our trucking industry guides to food and beverage transport, municipal trucks, and utility trucks.
