Truck Driver Jobs in Burlington, VT

Burlington is a medium-demand market for truck drivers with a metro population of 225K metro. Major employers in the area include GlobalFoundries Transport, Ben & Jerry's (Unilever), Keurig Dr Pepper, Hannaford. Key freight corridors like I-89 South Corridor keep loads moving consistently. Across Vermont, there are approximately 5,000+ active truck drivers. Moderate — GlobalFoundries received CHIPS Act funding for expansion. UVM Medical Center continues growing. The craft food and beverage sector (Ben & Jerry's, Cabot, specialty producers) keeps reefer demand steady. Vermont's remote location limits explosive growth, but steady demand exists.

Truck drivers in the Burlington area typically earn $55,000 - $82,000 annually, depending on equipment type, experience, and routes. The cost of living in Burlington is 10% above national average, meaning your take-home pay stretches further here. The statewide average for Vermont is $48,000 - $68,000. Actual earnings depend on your equipment, lane selection, and weekly miles. Typical weekly miles: Local: 400-800 | Regional: 1,800-2,200 | OTR: 2,500-3,000.

Major carriers and logistics companies hiring in Burlington include GlobalFoundries Transport, Ben & Jerry's (Unilever), Keurig Dr Pepper, Hannaford. 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 technology and healthcare. O Trucking connects you with loads from these carriers and many others, letting you choose which freight to haul.

Key freight corridors near Burlington include I-89 South Corridor, US-7 North-South Route, US-2 East-West Route. These routes carry agriculture and manufacturing freight and provide consistent load availability for local, regional, and OTR drivers. Nearby trucking hubs include Montpelier, VT (40 mi via I-89) and Plattsburgh, NY (70 mi via US-2/I-87), giving you multiple directional options for outbound loads.

CDL training facilities near Burlington include VTC CDL Program - Burlington and Vermont CDL Training 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 Burlington. However, living near Burlington gives you access to local routes (home nightly) and lets you build relationships with area shippers and receivers. Burlington's cost of living is 10% above national average, which is worth factoring into your decision. If Burlington isn't your home base, we can still match you with freight that routes through the area.

The top equipment types for Burlington are: Reefer, Tanker, Dry van, Flatbed. Reefer — dairy products (Cabot), ice cream (Ben & Jerry's), craft food distribution. The agriculture sector drives specialized equipment demand. Tell us your equipment type and we'll show you what's available.

Very limited — there are no major truck stops in Burlington proper. The Maplefields in Williston on US-2 has some truck parking. Most drivers park at delivery locations. The nearest full-service truck stop is on I-89 south near Montpelier or I-87 in Plattsburgh, NY (30 miles across the lake via ferry or 70 miles by road). Vermont diesel is $0.10-0.20/gal above national average — the state's high fuel tax and remote distribution costs drive prices up. Crossing into New York (Plattsburgh) saves $0.10-0.15/gal.

Route 116 through Hinesburg is weight-restricted (covered bridge and narrow spans). Many rural Vermont roads have seasonal weight limits during mud season (March-April). Burlington's Church Street Marketplace is pedestrian-only — deliveries before 10 AM only. I-89 in Vermont has a strict 65 mph speed limit for trucks. Always check local signage for recent changes, especially in construction zones.

Severe winters — Burlington gets 75+ inches of snow annually. I-89 through the Green Mountains is treacherous in winter. Lake-effect snow off Lake Champlain adds extra accumulation on the western slopes. Mud season (March-April) makes rural Vermont roads impassable for heavy trucks. Summer is short and pleasant. Plan your routes and schedule around these seasonal patterns for the best experience driving out of Burlington.