CDL Driver Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee

CDL driver visa sponsorship jobs in Tennessee connect international candidates to freight and logistics employers along the I-40 and I-24 corridors, with hubs in Memphis, Nashville, and Chattanooga. Major carriers and distribution operators in the state regularly hire for over-the-road, regional, and local routes serving Tennessee's manufacturing and retail supply chains.

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Overview

Open Jobs18+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationUnion City, TN
Most JobsRepublic Services

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CDL Feed Haul Driver
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CDL Feed Haul Driver
Koch Foods
Jamestown, Tennessee
Driving
Delivery Drivers
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Lead Driver - CDL (A)
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Lead Driver - CDL (A)
Republic Services
Union City, Tennessee
Driving
Logistics & Inventory
On-Site
None
10,000+

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CDL B Driver
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CDL B Driver
United Rentals
Smyrna, Tennessee
Driving
Logistics & Inventory
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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CDL A Driver Hazmat
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CDL A Driver Hazmat
Airgas
Clarksville, Tennessee
Driving
Logistics & Inventory
Delivery Drivers
Truck Drivers (CDL)
$90k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Driver I, CDL
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Driver I, CDL
WillScot
Smyrna, Tennessee
Driving
Logistics & Inventory
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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CDL Driver Job Roles in Tennessee

Driving18 jobs
Logistics & Inventory16 jobs
Delivery Drivers7 jobs
Truck Drivers (CDL)2 jobs

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CDL Driver Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for CDL drivers in Tennessee?

Large trucking carriers and logistics companies with significant Tennessee operations have historically sponsored work authorization for CDL drivers. Distribution centers tied to Memphis's freight hub, automotive suppliers near Chattanooga, and national carriers with Nashville terminals are among the employer types most likely to have sponsorship history. Checking an employer's past H-2B visa or green card filings through OFLC public disclosure data can confirm whether a specific company has sponsored drivers before.

Which visa types realistically fit CDL driver roles in Tennessee?

CDL driver roles are classified as non-agricultural, temporary, or seasonal work, which makes the H-2B visa the most realistic nonimmigrant path. H-2B requires the employer to demonstrate a temporary or seasonal need and obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL. For permanent residence, EB-3 green card sponsorship is possible if an employer is willing to run a PERM labor certification, though the process is lengthy and employer-driven.

Which cities in Tennessee have the most CDL driver sponsorship jobs?

Memphis leads due to its role as a major freight and logistics hub, with one of the busiest inland ports in the South and large distribution operations anchored there. Nashville follows as a growing logistics center with a concentration of consumer goods and healthcare supply chain employers. Chattanooga's position on I-24 near the Georgia border makes it a significant corridor for regional carriers, and Knoxville supports freight activity tied to East Tennessee manufacturing.

How to find cdl driver visa sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?

Migrate Mate lists CDL driver roles from Tennessee employers with verified visa sponsorship history, letting you search specifically by role and location rather than sorting through employers who don't sponsor. Because CDL driver sponsorship most often involves H-2B or EB-3 pathways, filtering for employers with that filing history saves significant time. Migrate Mate's Tennessee listings cover freight carriers, distribution centers, and logistics operators across the Memphis, Nashville, and Chattanooga corridors.

Are there state-specific factors that affect CDL driver visa sponsorship in Tennessee?

Tennessee's position as a logistics crossroads for the southeastern U.S. means consistent freight demand, but H-2B sponsorship requires employers to prove temporary or seasonal need, which can be a higher bar for year-round trucking roles. Employers in Memphis's distribution sector and auto-parts logistics near Chattanooga tend to have more established HR infrastructure for sponsorship. Tennessee also has no state income tax, which affects net compensation comparisons when evaluating sponsored positions across states.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored cdl driver jobs in Tennessee?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.