Truck Driver Jobs in Nebraska
Truck driver jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in freight hauling, agricultural logistics, and long-haul interstate transport, with steady demand at every level from entry-level local delivery to experienced over-the-road operators. Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island are the state's busiest hiring markets, anchored by large operations from Werner Enterprises, Crete Carrier Corporation, and Amazon. The most in-demand specialties are flatbed hauling, refrigerated transport, and regional distribution routes tied to Nebraska's food processing and manufacturing base. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A CDL Truck Drivers
- Average $120000 annually
- Travel Required, up to 100 percent
- 10000 Retention Bonus
- Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral
What you will do:
- This position requires the driver to travel regionally to work at various locations as needed
- Perform multi-stop deliveries of parts and supplies to automotive dealerships
- Unload trailer using manual pallet jacks, hand trucks, and rolling cages
- Use scanner to scan products as they are unloaded and delivered
Schedule:
- Dispatch times will vary depending on work assignment
- Drivers can expect to be away from home 1 to 3 weeks per assignment
- Drivers will travel to assigned location, and work from there for duration of work assignment
You will drive:
- Late model, Penske maintained trucks
- Best-in-class specs designed for comfort and safety
- Equipped with inward and outward facing in-cab cameras helping to ensure safety for all
Comprehensive benefits package includes :
- Paid vacation and holidays day 1
- Generous retirement benefits
- Excellent health care coverage-medical, dental, and vision
- Short and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance
- Company-provided uniforms and safety footwear
- Employee discount benefit program
- Driver referral bonus program up to $5000 per referral
- Safety incentive program
- Premier Driver Recognition Program
Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more, visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/ .
Why Penske?
Ready to put your truck-driving career in high gear? Make the shift and fuel your career as a CDL Class A Truck Driver for Penske. When you join Penske, you join a team of professional truck drivers committed to delivering products safely and on time. And we’re proud to haul freight for some of the world’s leading brands. (Yes, we’re more than just the yellow trucks.)
But it’s more than that. It’s about incredible customer service and building relationships with your accounts. When you drive for Penske, you’re representing Penske, but you’re also representing your clients. In fact, you’ll probably be driving their branded trucks and wearing their uniform.
You’ll be on the move with Penske and so will your career. We have tons of training opportunities for you. And with locations across the nation, you can also move to a new city.
Best of all, you’ll be with a stable, nationwide company that is known for having the best equipment, great management, clear communication and a fantastic safety record. We pay every Friday. Are you ready to take it to the next level? Come drive for Penske.
Qualifications:
- Valid Class A CDL required. Applicants must be domiciled in the U.S. and licensed in their state of residence
- Currently hold, or ability to obtain, a non-excepted interstate DOT medical card required
- 1 year of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 3 years required, or 2 years of documented tractor-trailer experience in the last 5 years
- 3 years DMV/MVR record with two or fewer moving violations or accidents
- In order to be compliant with federal law (49 C.F.R. 391.11(b)(2)), this role requires English language proficiency.
- Work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.
- This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.
Physical Requirements:
- The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The associate must be able to see and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
- The associate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Penske Logistics
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Category: Driver
Job Family: Drivers
Address: 9401 J Street
Primary Location: US-NE-Omaha
Employer: Penske Logistics LLC
Req ID: 2607939
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What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in truck driver jobs across Nebraska.
- Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License issued or recognized by Nebraska
- Clean driving record with no major violations in the past three to five years
- Ability to pass DOT-mandated physical and drug screening requirements
- Minimum age of twenty-one for interstate routes or eighteen for intrastate driving
- Experience operating tractor-trailers, flatbeds, or refrigerated units as required by the role
- Familiarity with federal Hours of Service regulations and electronic logging device use
Truck Driver Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a truck driver in Nebraska?
To become a truck driver in Nebraska, you must obtain a Commercial Driver's License through the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles, which requires passing a knowledge exam and a skills test covering pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, and road driving. Most candidates complete a CDL training program at a community college like Southeast Community College or a company-sponsored school. Once licensed, you can apply directly to Nebraska carriers for entry-level or trainee positions.
Which companies hire truck drivers in Nebraska?
Employers hiring truck drivers in Nebraska right now include Penske Truck Leasing, SpartanNash, and Central Sand and Gravel Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Nebraska's concentration of agricultural processors, freight carriers headquartered in the state, and major distribution centers means consistent openings across both local and long-haul roles throughout the year.
Which Nebraska cities have the most truck driver jobs?
Omaha, Norfolk, and Blair have the most truck driver openings in Nebraska. Omaha leads because of its role as a regional freight and logistics hub with several large carrier headquarters based there, while Lincoln's manufacturing and distribution activity and Grand Island's food processing industry generate steady demand for both local and regional drivers in those markets.
Are there remote truck driver jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of truck driver openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting that the core work is inherently hands-on and road-based. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are load planning, dispatch coordination, and fleet management functions rather than driving positions themselves.
How can I get hired as a truck driver in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a company-sponsored CDL training program, which carriers such as Werner Enterprises and Crete Carrier Corporation offer to candidates without prior driving experience in exchange for a commitment period. Southeast Community College and Central Community College also run CDL programs that lead directly to job placement with Nebraska employers. Candidates coming from warehouse, forklift, or delivery driver roles have an advantage, and holding a clean driving record from the start strengthens any application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to truck driver jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to truck driver jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your CDL class, preferred haul type, and home-time needs, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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