15. CDL Driver/Operator
What They Do: This career is guaranteed to be on every Hot Jobs for Veterans list. Why? Because there is a steady need for professional truck, bus and heavy equipment drivers as an aging workforce and tighter regulations take their toll.
Hot Jobs Titles:
- Over the Road Driver (OTR Driver)
- Long-Haul Driver
- Delivery Driver
- Line Haul Driver
- Log Truck Driver
- Production Truck Driver
- Road Driver
- Semi Truck Driver
- Tractor Trailer Operator
- Truck Driver
Median Annual Salary: $41,340*
Why It’s Hot: The BLS projects 6% job growth through 2026.
What You’ll Need: High school diploma or GED, plus a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). If you want to drive the big rigs, you’ll need a Class A CDL.
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Article Name
Top 25 Hot Jobs for Veterans 2018
Description
We have compiled the 2018 Hot Jobs for Veterans, the top 10 jobs Military Friendly Employers say they are hiring veterans for. See the list here and learn more about these hot jobs for veterans!
Author
Dan Fazio
Publisher Name
G.I. Jobs
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