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Diesel Xtrem

26 CDL Career Paths

Every industry that runs on commercial drivers — with salary ranges, job outlook, endorsements required, and how to get started.

Tanker Driver
Specialized Freight

Tanker Driver

Specialized cargo. Premium pay.

$60K–$95K
Strong
Class ATanker
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HazMat Driver
Specialized Freight

HazMat Driver

High responsibility. High reward.

$62K–$100K
Strong
Class AHazMat
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Flatbed Driver
Specialized Freight

Flatbed Driver

Open deck. Open opportunity.

$55K–$88K
Moderate to Strong
Class A
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Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver
Specialized Freight

Refrigerated (Reefer) Driver

Keep it cold. Keep it moving.

$55K–$85K
Strong
Class A
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Doubles & Triples Driver
Specialized Freight

Doubles & Triples Driver

More trailers. More earning power.

$58K–$88K
Moderate to Strong
Class ADoubles/Triples
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Auto Hauler
Specialized Freight

Auto Hauler

Move the vehicles that move America.

$60K–$95K
Moderate to Strong
Class A
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