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CDL driver resume tips that get callbacks

Updated October 2026

Trucking recruiters scan resumes fast. Make the important things easy to find.

Put these at the top

Your CDL class, endorsements, years of experience and a clean record if you have one.

Experience

List each driving job with dates, the type of freight and equipment, and the kind of runs (local, regional, OTR). Mention safety awards and milestones.

Keep it short

One page is enough. Use our free resume builder to fill it in on your phone and save it as a PDF.

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