Truck Driver Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs is a medium-demand market for truck drivers with a metro population of 750K metro. Major employers in the area include FedEx Ground, Amazon, USAA Logistics, Saia LTL Freight. Key freight corridors like I-25 South Corridor keep loads moving consistently. Across Colorado, there are approximately 32,000+ active truck drivers. Strong — Space Force and U.S. Space Command HQ designations are driving billions in defense investment. Amazon opened a distribution center, and the city is adding 15K+ residents per year.

Truck drivers in the Colorado Springs area typically earn $55,000 - $82,000 annually, depending on equipment type, experience, and routes. The cost of living in Colorado Springs is 7% above national average, meaning your take-home pay stretches further here. The statewide average for Colorado is $52,000 - $75,000. Actual earnings depend on your equipment, lane selection, and weekly miles. Typical weekly miles: Local: 700-1,000 | Regional (Front Range corridor): 1,800-2,400 | OTR: 2,500-3,000.

Major carriers and logistics companies hiring in Colorado Springs include FedEx Ground, Amazon, USAA Logistics, Saia LTL Freight. These companies hire CDL-A, CDL-B, and non-CDL drivers for a variety of positions — from local delivery to OTR routes. Key industries driving freight demand include military and defense contracting. O Trucking connects you with loads from these carriers and many others, letting you choose which freight to haul.

Key freight corridors near Colorado Springs include I-25 South Corridor, US-24 West Route, CO-21 Powers Boulevard. These routes carry construction and energy freight and provide consistent load availability for local, regional, and OTR drivers. Nearby trucking hubs include Denver, CO (70 mi via I-25) and Pueblo, CO (45 mi via I-25), giving you multiple directional options for outbound loads.

CDL training facilities near Colorado Springs include Pikes Peak CDL Training and Colorado Springs Driving Academy. Most CDL-A programs take 3-7 weeks to complete and cost $3,000-7,000. Some programs offer financing or payment plans. Once you have your CDL, apply with O Trucking and start driving within 48 hours — no weeks of mandatory orientation.

No — your CDL works in all 50 states, and many drivers based elsewhere run loads into and out of Colorado Springs. However, living near Colorado Springs gives you access to local routes (home nightly) and lets you build relationships with area shippers and receivers. Colorado Springs's cost of living is 7% above national average, which is worth factoring into your decision. If Colorado Springs isn't your home base, we can still match you with freight that routes through the area.

The top equipment types for Colorado Springs are: Dry van, Flatbed, Box truck, Reefer. Dry van — military base supply and PX/commissary freight. The construction sector drives specialized equipment demand. Tell us your equipment type and we'll show you what's available.

Limited — Pilot at I-25 Exit 132 and Love's at I-25 Exit 128 are the main options. There is no large TA or Petro in the immediate area. Drivers staging for military base deliveries use the industrial lots on Marksheffel Road. Diesel matches Denver pricing — $0.05-0.10/gal above national average. Cheapest fuel is south on I-25 near Pueblo.

Fort Carson and Peterson SFB require base access passes — apply 72 hours in advance. Academy Boulevard has truck restrictions during school hours near the Air Force Academy. Hazmat restricted on I-25 through the Cheyenne Mountain tunnel zone. Always check local signage for recent changes, especially in construction zones.

Winter weather hits harder than Denver due to higher elevation — Monument Hill on I-25 between the Springs and Denver is notorious for black ice and pileups. Afternoon thunderstorms in summer are daily from June-August. Chinook winds can gust to 80 mph. Plan your routes and schedule around these seasonal patterns for the best experience driving out of Colorado Springs.