$1,400 - $1,800 per week
Openings. Overhaul Carriers Ltd., Truck Driver CDL Class A Intermodal/Containers runs night driving home daily. Experience Drivers: Over the Road or Regional experience drivers. Compensation: $1400 to $1800 per week and…
Operations & Logistics · Portland, OR
Truck Driver jobs in Portland, OR
Truck drivers move freight over local and long-haul routes, manage hours-of-service logs, inspect their equipment, and deliver loads safely and on time.
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$24–$56/hr
Typical pay range
$76k
Median, full-time
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$31.29 per hour
What you’ll need to succeed as a Truck Driver at XPO Minimum qualifications: Be at least 21 years of age Valid Class A commercial driver's license Safe driving record and history Currently possess or be willing to obtain…
$1,260 - $1,500 per week
Recent Graduates: Training Provided Over-the-Road. Experience Drivers: Over-the-Road or Regional experience driver time. Account O... .... Requirements: Valid CDL Class A license. Recent CDL A Truck Driving School Certif…
$32 - $38 per hour
diem on overnight hauls We’re hiring experienced heavy haul drivers to join our growing transportation team in the Portland area. This... ...environment Home weekends on most routes Well-maintained trucks Stable family-o…
$17 - $24 per hour
Dental, and Vision after 90 days | Sick Time | Potential for Overtime on Long Days | Review Bonuses | Paid DOT Medical Certifications ( Drivers) Competitive Pay. Dynamic Hours. Professional Team. PDX Movers is looking fo…
$18 - $25 per hour
THE PAY IS BETTER. PDX Movers is looking for 5–7 experienced drivers and proven movers who know how to handle the physical grind and... ...of having a valid driver's license and a clean 5-year MVR. ( Truck driving or sim…
$7.5k - $12.5k
schedules to fit your operations Timely settlements and competitive pay Dispatch service fee: 5%–10% based on your needs Free truck drivers provided if you have more than one truck Requirements: Own a truck and have a va…
$1,275 - $1,375 per week
Graduates: Paid Training with an experience mentor. Experience Drivers: Over the Road or Regional experience. Compensation: $1275... .... Requirements: Valid CDL Class A license. Recent CDL A Truck Driving School Certifi…
$33.4 - $38.8 per hour
Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Gresham, OR: As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before sc…
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What truck drivers earn in Portland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$32 | $50k–$66k |
| Mid level | $31–$42 | $64k–$88k |
| Senior | $39–$56 | $82k–$116k |
Adjusted for the Portland market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
CDL Class A operationHours-of-service compliancePre-trip inspectionsELD systemsRoute planningDefensive drivingLoad securementCustomer communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your pre-trip inspection routine.
Give a real sequence: brakes, tires, lights, coupling, fluids, load securement. A specific answer shows the habit is real, not memorized for the test.
How do you manage your hours of service on a tight delivery window?
Explain how you plan the trip around your available clock and communicate early if a window is not legally reachable. Compliance over heroics.
Tell me about driving in severe weather. When do you decide to shut down?
Say plainly that you slow down or park when conditions are unsafe, and that you notify dispatch. Carriers want drivers who protect the load and the license.
Have you had any accidents or violations? What happened?
Answer honestly and briefly, then explain what changed in your driving afterward. They will see the MVR anyway; candor is the test.
How do you stay alert on long hauls?
Talk about real habits: sleep discipline, planned breaks, and stopping when fatigued. Avoid any answer that sounds like pushing through tiredness.
What experience do you have with different trailer types or freight?
List what you have pulled, such as dry van, reefer, or flatbed, and any securement or temperature-control specifics that came with it.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For truck drivers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State your CDL class and endorsements up front, such as Hazmat, tanker, or doubles/triples.
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Quantify safe miles driven and years without a preventable accident.
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List equipment experience by trailer type: dry van, reefer, flatbed, or tanker.
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Mention a current DOT medical card and a clean MVR if you have one.
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Include ELD platforms you have used, like Samsara or Motive, and any trainer or mentor duties.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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CDL Student Driver
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Company Driver
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Lead or Trainer Driver
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Owner-Operator or Fleet Manager
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