Local Truck Driver

• Home every day, short hauls

• Deliveries within the city or nearby areas (e.g., retail, groceries, fuel)

Regional Truck Driver

• Routes across a few states, typically home weekly

• Great for those who want more miles without cross-country hauls

Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver

• Long-distance hauls, coast-to-coast

• Higher pay, more miles, time away from home

Dry Van Driver

• Hauls general freight in enclosed trailers

• Easiest type to start with for beginners

Refrigerated Truck Driver (Reefer)

• Delivers temperature-sensitive goods (e.g., produce, dairy, frozen foods)

• Steady demand year-round

Flatbed Truck Driver

• Transports oversized loads like machinery, pipes, or building materials

• Requires knowledge of securing loads with chains, straps, tarps

Hazmat Driver

• Carries hazardous materials like gas, oil, chemicals

• Requires Hazmat endorsement (H)

• High-demand and high-paying job

Tanker Truck Driver

• Hauls liquids like fuel, water, milk, or chemicals

• Requires Tanker endorsement (N)

• Often pays more due to skill and risk

Bus Driver (Passenger Endorsement Required)

• School buses, charter buses, or city transit

• Great for CDL holders who prefer people over freight

Career Paths After CDL Training