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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A

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

location_on530, Center Street Northeast, West Salem, Salem, Marion County, Oregon, 97301, United States

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Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Drivers to transport freight safely and efficiently across long distances, including multi-state routes. This position is designed for professionals who thrive on the open road and take pride in meeting scheduled delivery deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

As an OTR driver, you will operate a Class A commercial tractor-trailer, ensuring all pickups and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You will serve as the primary link between the warehouse and the customer, communicating regularly with dispatch regarding route status, delays, and delivery updates.

Your Day on the Road

Your day begins with thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance. During transit, you will maintain accurate electronic logs, mileage records, and delivery documentation, mileage records, and delivery documentation. You will follow all Hours of Service requirements and safety standards, properly securing cargo to prevent damage or loss during transit.

Communication is key to your success. You will stay in touch with dispatch throughout each trip, promptly reporting any accidents, traffic incidents, or mechanical issues. Your ability to adhere to strict safety regulations and manage extended time on the road will ensure smooth operations from start to finish.

Work location

Work model: On-site

530, Center Street Northeast, West Salem, Salem, Marion County, Oregon, 97301, United States

Salem, Oregon

Open in Google Maps(44.94265, -123.03523)

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleOperate Class A commercial tractor-trailer on multi-state routes
  • check_circlePerform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections
  • check_circleMaintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation
  • check_circleCommunicate with dispatch regarding route status
  • check_circleReport accidents
  • check_circleEnsure pickups and deliveries are completed on schedule
  • check_circleSecure cargo to prevent damage or loss

Requirements

  • verifiedClass A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
  • verifiedOver-the-Road (OTR) truck driving experience

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleRider or pet programs

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Day-to-day, the Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs will operate class a commercial tractor-trailer on multi-state routes; perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections; maintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation; and communicate with dispatch regarding route status.
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Trucker Jobs is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A); and Over-the-Road (OTR) truck driving experience.
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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 530, Center Street Northeast, West Salem, Salem, Marion County, Oregon, 97301, 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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Key skills for Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs include dot regulations; hours of service; electronic logs; pre-trip inspections; post-trip inspections; and cargo securing.
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Truck Driver - OTR - CDL-A at Trucker Jobs is part of the Logistics & Warehouse job category on Recrutus.