Guide to Craft a Driver Cover Letter from Scratch [w/ Examples & Template]

Benjamin Garnette
[email protected]
1419 Montego Dr,
San Jose, CA 95120
(+963)-899-1455

October 22nd, 2022

Noah M. Spacey
101 Logistics Service
100 Palm Valley Blvd #1059,
San Jose, CA 95123

Dear Mr. Spacey,

Upon learning of your opening for a Truck Driver, I would like to submit my driver cover letter for your review. With my solid experience in safely transporting and delivering goods from warehouses to stores, along with my strong organizational skills, I believe I could surpass your expectations for this role. 

I have a CDL license and worked as an HC Truck Driver at Fortune Transportation Corp.
Highlights of my background during 8 years include the following:

• Transporting finished goods and raw materials to and from manufacturing plants or distribution centers
• Inspecting the vehicles for safety issues and performing preventative maintenance if necessary
• Documenting and logging work/rest periods and kilometers spent driving and retaining fuel/toll receipts
• Complying with truck driving rules and regulations in terms of size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods, as well as with the company policies

As a highly skilled driver, my professional demeanor has allowed me to make the best use of my training, time management, and analytical skills. I feel that my commitment to the highest standards of service and accountability as a Truck Driver will be of the greatest benefit to 101 Logistics Service.

I would appreciate the chance to further discuss the position and speak with you about my qualifications. Thank you for taking the time to review my application. 

Best regards,
Benjamin Garnette

Dear Hiring Manager,

My name is Elijah, and I am writing to express my interest in the Bus Driver position that your school advertised on Cake. As a safe, reliable driver with a clean driving record, I am confident that I can bring a customer-focused and hard-working approach to this role.

For the past three years, I have been working as a bus driver for ABC Group where I take pride in providing excellent customer service to my passengers and observing traffic laws. I am well-served in reading road signs and maps, and comfortable driving in all types of weather conditions as well. I also pay particular attention to pre- and post-trip inspections to make sure the vehicles are in the best condition. 

I love the kids, so I always desire to be a school bus driver. This job with NBD School will give me the opportunity to work and interact with them.

Please find my resume attached and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Regards,
Elijah Kim

[email protected]
(871)-909-5874

Here is the right format for a proper salutation: 

• Dear [Employer's Full Name],
• Dear Mr./Ms. [Employer's Last Name], 
• Dear Mx. [Employer's Last Name],

Example from a cover letter for a delivery driver: 

My name is Jamie, and I am writing this letter to apply for the Delivery Driver position with your company. As an experienced driver with excellent customer service skills and high commitment, I believe these would make me a valuable employee to IVEE Corp.

Example from a truck driver cover letter with no experience:

I would describe myself in three words, which are: energetic, punctual, and trustworthy. I also enjoy driving and seeing new places regularly. That's why I'm interested in starting my new career as a truck driver.

Example of 2 quantifiable results in a driver application letter: 

• In 2021 I completed over 48,000 trips, over 95% of which were rated 5 stars.
• My biggest accomplishment in the last role was successfully re-arranging delivery routes to maximize trips, which helps achieve an average of 98% on-time deliveries and save an average of $6k of fuel cost per month.

Example from a cover letter for forklift operators:

I am confident that my solid experience in Forklift, OSHA, and Pallet Jack will greatly contribute to the success of your team at Interplast. Please review my attached resume for details on my qualifications. I would be happy to further discuss with you the job role and how I can fulfill this role during an interview. Thank you for your consideration.

[Your name]
[Your address]
[Your phone number]
[Your email address]

[Date Submitted]

[Full name of the hiring manager or employer]
[Job title]
[Company name]
[Company address]

Dear [Recipient’s Name],

It excited me to come across the [Driver job] position available at your company. As a [Current job] with [number] years of experience and a strong sense of responsibility, I believe that I would be a great driver for your team at [Company name]. 

Throughout my career, I have [discuss major job responsibilities]. I have taken pride in my ability to offer reliable service and meet deadlines efficiently. In addition to [expertise 1], I also have extensive experience in [expertise 2] and in-depth knowledge of the surrounding areas.

Beyond that, my [personal traits] are what make me an ideal hire for your company. If you are seeking someone who would be able to [present the value you can bring to the company], that is exactly what I am prepared to do.

I’m ready to make this change in my career and look forward to embracing new challenges at [Company name]. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or requests. I'd be happy to speak with you at your earliest convenience to further discuss my qualifications. 

Thank you for your time and consideration!

Sincerely,
[Signature]