FedEx Freight
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL
Very High Demand
Local Truck Driver Jobs in California
Browse local trucking positions across California with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$56,000 - $84,000
Demand Level
Very High
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Local Trucking in California
California's port-adjacent locations and tech-driven logistics create premium local driving positions. Container drayage, last-mile delivery, and dedicated retail routes dominate the local CDL market here. Driver demand for local positions in California is very high, with many employers offering sign-on bonuses and overtime pay to attract qualified CDL holders.
Top Companies Hiring Local Drivers in CA
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NFI Industries
$60,000 - $90,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Intermodal
Penske Logistics
$58,000 - $90,000Local, Regional, Dedicated
R+L Carriers
$60,000 - $95,000Local, Regional, LTL, Truckload
Roadrunner Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Owner-Operator
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in California
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$62,000 - $88,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$68,500 - $97,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$72,000 - $101,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$48,000 - $67,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$54,000 - $76,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$60,500 - $85,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Local Jobs in California
Los Angeles
California
Oakland
California
Fresno
California
Sacramento
California
San Diego
California
Key Freight Routes in California
1
I-5 (full state north-south)
2
I-10 (LA to Arizona)
3
I-80 (Bay Area to Nevada/East)
Requirements for Local Driving in CA
- Valid CDL-A or CDL-B license depending on vehicle class
- 1+ year CDL experience preferred for most positions
- Clean MVR and no DUI/DWI convictions
- DOT physical card and current medical certification
- Ability to handle touch freight (loading/unloading) at many positions
- Familiarity with urban driving and dock operations
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Local Trucking Jobs in California — FAQs
How much do local truck drivers make in California?
Local truck drivers in California earn $56,000 - $84,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in California run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
Which cities in California have the most local trucking jobs?
The largest metro areas in California have the highest concentration of local CDL positions. LTL terminals, e-commerce fulfillment centers, and food distribution operations cluster around major population centers. Industrial parks and intermodal yards in these cities employ hundreds of local drivers for daily pickup and delivery routes.
Are trucking companies in California hiring local drivers in 2026?
Yes — local driver demand in California is very high heading into 2026. California is one of the top hiring markets for local drivers, with multiple carriers offering sign-on bonuses, increased CPM rates, and accelerated hiring processes. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in CA.