Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) positions that do not require prior professional driving history offer an entry point into the transportation industry. These opportunities allow individuals to obtain on-the-job training while earning a salary, often focusing on local or regional routes. An example includes a delivery company hiring drivers with a newly acquired CDL and providing route-specific training.
This pathway is significant because it expands access to employment in a high-demand sector. It benefits both aspiring drivers, who can gain valuable experience and establish a career, and companies, who can cultivate talent and address driver shortages. Historically, such opportunities were less prevalent, with many companies requiring substantial prior experience, limiting entry for new CDL holders. This type of hiring is shifting, however, to accommodate market needs.
