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Local Tractor Trailer Driver Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

AAA Cooper Transportation

Local CDL A P&D Driver

Winona, MN · On-site

$29.59 - $34.87/hr

We are immediately hiring a local CDL Class A P&D city driver at our Winona, MNservice center ... Minimum 1 year of tractor-trailer driving experience * Driving record reflecting no more than two ...

Akumincorp

$27 - $33/hr

West Virginia Full We are seeking dependable and efficient CDL Class A truck drivers to drive tractor trailers for local deliveries of medical diagnostic equipment. Must be organized, detail oriented ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

Kenyon, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

Northfield, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

Kasson, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

Waterville, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

New Richland, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

Owatonna, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

Mantorville, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

XPO

CDL A Local Driver

Blooming Prairie, MN · On-site

$37.18/hr

DRIVER-FRIENDLY SCHEDULE - Local, home daily positions * GET PAID TO GET STARTED - $2,000 sign-on ... Operate tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples * Provide excellent service to ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a local tractor trailer driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Local Tractor Trailer Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and strong knowledge of transportation laws and routes. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and basic vehicle maintenance tools is typically required. Excellent time management, communication, and customer service skills help drivers effectively interact with clients and dispatchers. These abilities are essential to ensure safe, timely deliveries and compliance with regulations in a demanding logistics environment.

What is the difference between Local Tractor Trailer Driver vs Local Delivery Driver?

AspectLocal Tractor Trailer DriverLocal Delivery Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL)Driver's license (varies by state)
Work EnvironmentHauling freight over short or long distances, often on highwaysDelivering goods within a city or local area, often in smaller vehicles
Industry UsageLogistics, freight, transportationRetail, food service, parcel delivery

The main difference between a Local Tractor Trailer Driver and a Local Delivery Driver is the type of vehicle and scope of work. Tractor trailer drivers operate large trucks hauling freight over various routes, requiring a CDL, while delivery drivers typically use smaller vehicles for local deliveries. Both roles are essential in the transportation industry but serve different logistical needs.

How much do local tractor trailer drivers make?

Local tractor trailer drivers typically earn between $45,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and company. Many drivers receive additional pay for overtime, bonuses, and benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

What is a local tractor trailer driver?

Local tractor trailer drivers are professional truck drivers who operate large commercial vehicles, such as semi-trucks and trailers, within a specific geographic area or region. Unlike long-haul drivers, they typically make deliveries and pickups within the same city or metropolitan area, allowing them to return home at the end of their shift. Their responsibilities include safely transporting goods, loading and unloading cargo, following delivery schedules, and complying with all traffic and safety regulations.

What are the typical work schedules and routes for a local tractor trailer driver?

Local Tractor Trailer Drivers generally operate within a set geographic area, which means routes are often consistent and allow drivers to return home daily. Work schedules can vary, but many positions offer regular day or night shifts, with some requiring weekend or holiday availability depending on the employer's needs. Drivers are responsible for timely pickups and deliveries, vehicle inspections, and maintaining accurate logs. The work environment emphasizes safety, punctuality, and communication with dispatchers and warehouse staff. This role is ideal for those seeking stable hours and home time, while still enjoying the independence of driving.
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Tractor Trailer Truck Driver (Seasonal)

Knife River Corporation

Sauk Rapids, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Knife River rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

228th of 538 rated manufacturers

Job description

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!
At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
Apply early for our seasonal roles-interviews are beginning soon!
Our season kicks off in April and runs through November, with the possibility of extending into December.
As a seasonal team member, you'll enjoy winters off to travel, hunt, fish, or pursue the activities you love-while still keeping your benefits all year long.
As a Tractor Trailer Driver you are responsible to operate tractor-trailer equipment (End dump, Belly dump or Live bottom) and maintain properly to transport material to designated location in a timely manner.
DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job) An asterisk (*) indicates essential job functions that cannot be modified in order to fulfill the job requirements.)
  1. Safely operate Class A truck to transport asphalt or aggregate to job site often times driving on uneven orunfinished surface.
  2. Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition. Maintains driver logaccording to ICC regulations as required.
  3. May operate loader to load aggregate into truck box.
  4. Daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning truck inside and out, greasing, oiling, brakes, lights and anyother maintenance instructed to perform.
  5. Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment.
  6. Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, set up and take downs.
  7. Tarp load when needed.
  8. Clean spilled material/buildup off box (spill chutes, belts, side boards, etc.)
  9. Verify that gates are closed.
  10. Complete load tickets.
  11. Assist construction crews while waiting to unload.
  12. Spread product.
  13. Maintain proper information in truck cab pouch.
  14. Report information accurately and completely on daily timecards, truck cab information and other neededpaperwork.
  15. Maintain and support a safe and harassment free work environment.
  16. Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulationcompliance and attend required training.
  17. Performs other duties as assigned.
  18. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written). Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations.
  19. Must be self-motivated, team-player with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customerrelations and act courteous and respectful toward others.
  20. Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action on thatrecognition.
  21. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
  22. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)
  1. General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent
  2. A CDL Class A (tractor-trailer) license. Preference given for experience driving a belly dump, flowboy, lowboy, tanker or straighttruck.
  3. Must have and maintain medical card and acceptable driving record and required endorsements.

BENEFITS:
  1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  3. 401(k) with Company Match
  4. Profit Sharing
  5. Paid Time Off
  6. 8 Paid Holidays
  7. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  8. Short-term Disability
  9. Employee Assistance Program
  10. Years of Service Recognition
  11. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
  12. Critical Illness Plan
  13. Accident Coverage Plan
  14. Hospital Indemnity
  15. Employee Appreciation Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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