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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A

$60k-90k/hrFull-timeOn-site

location_onNorth 1st Avenue, Downtown Hillsboro, Hillsboro, Washington County, Oregon, 97124, United States

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Job Description

About the Role

Truck Driving Companies are hiring an Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver to transport freight safely and efficiently across long distances, including multi-state routes near you. This position requires extended time on the road, strict adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to meet scheduled delivery deadlines.

OTR drivers are responsible for vehicle inspections, maintaining accurate logs, securing cargo, and communicating with dispatch throughout each trip. You will operate a Class A commercial tractor-trailer in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies while transporting freight over long-distance, multi-state routes.

What to Expect

As an OTR driver, you will perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance. You will maintain accurate electronic logs, mileage records, and delivery documentation, following all Hours of Service requirements and safety standards. Properly securing cargo is essential to prevent damage or loss during transit.

Communication is key to this role. You will communicate regularly with dispatch regarding route status, delays, and delivery updates, and promptly report any accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues. Your goal is to ensure all pickups and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Work location

Work model: On-site

North 1st Avenue, Downtown Hillsboro, Hillsboro, Washington County, Oregon, 97124, United States

Hillsboro, Oregon

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleOperate Class A commercial tractor-trailer on multi-state routes
  • check_circlePerform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • check_circleMaintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation
  • check_circleCommunicate with dispatch regarding route status and delays
  • check_circleReport accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues promptly
  • check_circleComplete pickups and deliveries safely and on schedule
  • check_circleSecure cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit

Requirements

  • verifiedAbility to operate Class A commercial tractor-trailer
  • verifiedCompliance with DOT regulations
  • verifiedAdherence to Hours of Service requirements

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleRider programcheck_circlePet program

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In this Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs role, you will operate class a commercial tractor-trailer on multi-state routes; perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections; maintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation; and communicate with dispatch regarding route status and delays.
What are the requirements for this Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A role?expand_more
Trucker Jobs is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Ability to operate Class A commercial tractor-trailer; Compliance with DOT regulations; and Adherence to Hours of Service requirements.
What is the salary range for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs?expand_more
The advertised salary range for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs is $60k-90k/hr.
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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs is based in North 1st Avenue, Downtown Hillsboro, Hillsboro, Washington County, Oregon, 97124, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Trucker Jobs has listed this Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A role as on-site.
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Candidates for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs should have mid level.
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Key skills for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs include dot regulations; and hours of service.
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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs is part of the Logistics & Warehouse job category on Recrutus.