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Law Motor Freight

CDL A 1ST Shift

Merrimack, NH

$31.25/hr

CDL A 1ST shift Law Motor Freight began in 1882 with just one horse and buggy! Since then, Law Motor Freight has grown to provide a variety of transportation services to New England customers, with ...

Capitol Beverage Sales, LP

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CDL Driver Trainee

Rogers, MN · On-site

$21 - $36/hr

Join our team as a CDL Trainee and get paid while you learn! We are a leading beer and beverage distributor seeking motivated individuals to train for a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and grow ...

RM Palmer Company

CDL A Driver

Reading, PA · On-site

We are seeking a reliable 2nd Shift CDL Truck Driver to join our team. This local driving position is based in the Reading, PA area and involves shuttling materials between our Wyomissing location ...

R.M. PALMER COMPANY LLC

CDL A Driver

Reading, PA · On-site

We are seeking a reliable 2nd Shift CDL Truck Driver to join our team. This local driving position is based in the Reading, PA area and involves shuttling materials between our Wyomissing location ...

ProDrivers

Class A CDL Driver

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Severn, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Brooklyn, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Catonsville, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Columbia, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Pikesville, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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Class A CDL Driver

Essex, MD · On-site

$300/day

Averaging 10 stops per shift * CDL Driver will touch freight with a manual pallet jacks * Home ... We are a driver focused company--and we truly put our CDL Driver first. Apply today! A recruiter ...

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CDL Trainee

Splendora Independent School District

Splendora, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Transportation
Date Posted:
2/9/2026
Location:
Transportation
JOB TITLE: CDL Trainee (90-Day Training Program)
REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation
DEPT./SCHOOL: Transportation DUTY DAYS: 172
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt DATE REVISED: 1/15/2026
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The CDL Trainee participates in a structured 90-day Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program while supporting transportation operations. Under supervision, the trainee operates district fleet vehicles without students on board to obtain the driving experience required for Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) compliance.
This is a split-shift position. During the training period, the trainee will also perform assigned bus aide and student support duties as needed. The primary objective of this position is the successful completion of all training requirements and the attainment of a valid CDL within the designated training period.
Failure to obtain a CDL within ninety (90) calendar days of assignment will result in the trainee's position within the Transportation Department being reassessed to best fit the department's needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required
  • Valid Texas Driver's License (Class C) at time of hire
  • Enrollment in and satisfactory progress through the district-approved CDL training program
  • Ability to meet all FMCSA requirements, including:
    • DOT physical examination
    • Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
    • Participation in random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations
  • First Aid and CPR Certification (or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe)

Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with district and DOT standards
  • Knowledgement of and ability to comply with DOT, FMCSA, state, and district transportation regulations
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and personnel information
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to assess emergency situations and respond appropriately to ensure passenger safety
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English
  • Ability to manage student behavior using district-approved techniques

Experience:
  • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  • Participate fully and satisfactorily in all components of the 90-day CDL training program, including classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, evaluations, and testing
  • Obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within ninety (90) calendar days of assignment
  • Successfully complete and maintain compliance with all FMCSA physical and drug and alcohol testing requirements, including participation in random testing programs
  • Operate assigned district fleet vehicles without students on board while under trainee status and supervision
  • Perform assigned bus aide duties, including assisting students during loading, unloading, and transport, as directed
  • Work assigned split shifts in accordance with training schedules and operational needs
  • Report to work in accordance with assigned schedules, training requirements, and district policies and procedures
  • Conduct and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in compliance with district procedures and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration guidelines; promptly report defects in writing
  • Adhere to all traffic laws, safety regulations, and district transportation policies
  • Follow assigned routes or training routes and communicate changes or concerns to supervisory staff
  • Ensure student safety during loading, unloading, and transportation while serving in an aide capacity
  • Maintain student discipline to ensure a safe transportation environment and report behavior concerns in accordance with district procedures
  • Complete required reports and documentation related to vehicle incidents, damage, injuries, and student behavior
  • Demonstrate awareness of students' disabilities and special needs; promptly report medical or safety concerns, followed by required written documentation
  • Comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) to protect the confidentiality of student records and information
  • Maintain accurate and timely transportation records as assigned
  • Recognize and report suspected abuse or neglect in accordance with district policy and state law
  • Cooperate with supervisors, trainers, dispatch staff, and campus personnel
  • Attend required safety meetings, training sessions, and performance evaluations
  • Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None.
MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Posture:
Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting; bending/stooping; pushing/pulling; twisting; and working in tiring or uncomfortable positions.
Motion:
Frequent walking, climbing, grasping/squeezing; wrist flexion/extension; overhead reaching; and driving.
Lifting:
Frequent lifting and carrying of forty-five (45) pounds or more.
Environment:
Work performed indoors and outdoors; frequent exposure to slippery or uneven surfaces, extreme temperatures, dust, and noise. May involve irregular hours, split shifts, and occasional extended workdays.

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