Long-Haul Drivers for hire in Columbia, SC
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 14%
- Time Management
- 10%
- OTR
- 9%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 69%
- Associate's degree
- 13%
- Bachelor's degree
- 7%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 60%
- 3-5 years
- 20%
- 6-10 years
- 20%
Current company
Performance Food Group
Estes Express Lines
Swift
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 38%
- 1-2 years
- 25%
- More than 5 years
- 25%
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Last updated: Nov 6, 2026
Long Haul Driver: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbia, SC: $94,349 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $80,636 – $110,395 yearly
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Professional Truck Driver
West Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
CDLPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementOTRLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHaul Truck Driver
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack Certification+3 moreSkills
Time ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsOTRQuality AssuranceOwner/Driver/Dispatch
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
CDL aCDLDOT Physical CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL aSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipMechanic ExperienceCompany Driver
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
CPIAir Brake EndorsementCDL aCPRCDL BServsafe Certification+1 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportLogisticsTransportation Driver
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDLFirst Aid CertificationDoubles/Triples EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's License+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsOTRCertified Personal TrainerPersonal TrainingNutritionCDL Class A Driver
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementCDL aHazmat EndorsementTanker EndorsementCDLDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Communication SkillsDrivingCommercial DrivingCommercial VehicleSemi-Truck OperationTractor-Trailer
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What's the average time to fill a long haul driver role?
The average time to fill a long haul driver role is 148 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do long-haul drivers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a long haul driver include: communication skills, time management and OTR.
What licenses or certifications are common for long-haul drivers?
Common licenses or certifications for long-haul drivers include: CDL a, CDL and Tanker Endorsement.
What are some job titles related to long-haul drivers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to long-haul drivers include: transportation driver, CDL driver instructor and CDL class a driver.
What level of education is common for a long haul driver?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a long haul driver in Columbia, SC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a long haul driver?
Most long-haul drivers have 15 years of professional experience.
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