Transportation & Driving Jobs in Arlington, TX

Arlington sits at the crossroads of one of the busiest freight regions in the country: it is boxed in by I-20, I-30, and Highway 360, minutes from DFW International Airport, and next to the Great Southwest Industrial District, one of the largest distribution hubs in the nation. That location keeps trucking companies, delivery services, and transit agencies hiring constantly, from CDL truck drivers moving freight across Texas to delivery and route drivers serving the metroplex's 8 million residents. This hub pulls together every LocalJobPage guide in the field so you can find a role, see who is hiring, and apply.

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Why Driving Jobs Are in Demand in Arlington

Transportation and driving is a consistently strong field in Arlington because the city is a natural distribution point for the entire Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The Great Southwest Industrial District on Arlington's edge generates enormous freight volume, and the surrounding interstate network - I-20, I-30, and Highway 360 - plus proximity to DFW Airport means goods are constantly moving in and out. E-commerce and package carriers like Amazon, UPS, and FedEx run large delivery operations here, food and beverage distributors need route drivers, and a nationwide shortage of CDL truck drivers keeps qualified drivers in high demand and rising pay. Add public transit through Arlington's on-demand rideshare service and school transportation for the large Arlington and Mansfield ISDs, and the range of driving careers is unusually broad.

Top Transportation & Driving Employers in Arlington

These are the largest and most active transportation and driving employers in and around Arlington. Each link runs a live search combining the employer with a common role so you land on relevant openings:

  • Amazon - Operates delivery stations in and around Arlington; delivery drivers and delivery service partner roles hiring nearly year-round.
  • UPS - Major package operations across DFW; package car drivers, feeder (CDL) drivers, and loaders.
  • FedEx - Ground and freight facilities near Arlington; delivery drivers and CDL freight drivers.
  • Arlington ISD - Large school district; bus drivers with paid CDL training and split-shift schedules.
  • Core-Mark / food distributors - Regional food and beverage distribution; route drivers and CDL delivery drivers.
  • Swift / regional trucking carriers - Freight carriers operating out of the DFW area; OTR and regional CDL truck drivers.
  • General Motors (Arlington Assembly) - Manufacturing anchor; yard drivers, CDL drivers, and logistics roles supporting the plant.

Transportation & Driving Career Paths in Arlington

The 7 guides in this hub group into three functional buckets, so you can start where your license and timeline fit:

  • Non-CDL delivery roles: Delivery Driver, Van Driver, Route Driver.
  • CDL and commercial driving: CDL Driver, Truck Driver, Bus Driver.
  • Coordination and support: Dispatcher.

How to Start a Transportation & Driving Career in Arlington

Driving careers in Arlington range from delivery roles you can start with a regular license to CDL jobs that require training and a commercial license:

  • Non-CDL delivery roles - delivery, van, and many route driver jobs at Amazon and local couriers require only a standard Texas driver's license, a clean driving record, and often being at least 21.
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - truck, bus, and heavy freight roles require a Texas CDL (Class A or B) issued through the Texas Department of Public Safety, plus passing a DOT physical.
  • CDL training - Tarrant County College and private truck-driving schools in the DFW area offer CDL programs, and many employers (including Arlington ISD and major carriers) provide paid CDL training.
  • Endorsements - passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements for bus drivers, and hazmat (H) or tanker endorsements for higher-paying freight routes.
  • Clean record and screening - most driving jobs require a clean motor vehicle record, a background check, and drug screening.

Licensing depends on the role: delivery and van driving generally need only a standard license, but truck and bus driving legally require a Texas CDL and a DOT medical certification, with additional endorsements for passengers or hazardous materials.

Transportation & Driving Salaries in Arlington

Pay rises sharply with a CDL and endorsements. These are local estimate tiers to help you plan:

  • Entry level (delivery driver, van driver, non-CDL route driver): roughly $35,000 - $48,000 per year.
  • Mid level (bus driver, dispatcher, regional CDL route driver): roughly $45,000 - $62,000 per year.
  • Senior level (experienced OTR/CDL truck drivers, specialized freight, hazmat): roughly $65,000 - $90,000+ per year.

These figures are estimates that vary by employer, route, and hours, and CDL drivers with endorsements or specialized freight often earn well above these ranges. Larger employers like UPS, FedEx, and Amazon typically add benefits such as health insurance, retirement matching, overtime, and paid CDL training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a CDL to drive for a living in Arlington?

Not for every role. Delivery, van, and many route driver jobs at Amazon and local couriers require only a standard Texas driver's license, a clean record, and often being at least 21. However, driving trucks, heavy freight, or buses legally requires a Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B) through the Department of Public Safety, plus a DOT physical, and buses need passenger and school bus endorsements.

Which employer hires the most drivers in Arlington?

Amazon, UPS, and FedEx are among the largest, running delivery and freight operations in and around Arlington and hiring drivers nearly year-round. Arlington ISD hires bus drivers with paid CDL training, and regional trucking carriers and food distributors add steady demand for CDL and route drivers.

How much do driving jobs pay in Arlington?

Entry-level delivery and van drivers generally start around $35,000 to $48,000 per year, bus drivers, dispatchers, and regional route drivers land in the $45,000 to $62,000 range, and experienced CDL truck drivers commonly earn $65,000 to over $90,000. Endorsements like hazmat and specialized freight push pay higher, and overtime adds to totals.

What is the fastest way into a driving career in Arlington?

The quickest path is applying for non-CDL delivery or van driver roles, which require only a standard license and a clean record and hire nearly year-round at Amazon and local couriers. If you want higher pay, many employers - including Arlington ISD and major carriers - offer paid CDL training so you can move into truck or bus driving without paying for school up front.

What is the difference between a route driver and a delivery driver?

A delivery driver typically handles varied stops that change daily, dropping off packages or goods to different customers, common at Amazon and courier services. A route driver runs the same established route regularly, often restocking or servicing recurring accounts like stores and restaurants for a distributor. Route driving tends to build steady customer relationships and can pay more, especially with a CDL.

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