CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Rainier, OR

A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Truck Driver plays a critical role in the transportation industry by ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods. Their tasks include planning routes, inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and complying with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods). It is their responsibility to manage loads, keep logs of their activities, report any incidents or issues encountered, and maintain a professional and customer-focused attitude. CDL Truck Drivers are key links in the supply chain, as they facilitate the movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers, impacting sectors such as retail, food services, and manufacturing.

Prior to becoming a CDL Truck Driver, an individual might have held roles such as a delivery driver, warehouse worker, or freight handler. These positions provide the necessary experience in handling goods, understanding delivery protocols, and operating within the logistics sector. In addition to prior experience, a CDL Truck Driver must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and often undergo further specialized training depending on the type of materials they transport. Essential skills for this role include a solid understanding of road safety, excellent time management to ensure timely deliveries, mechanical knowledge to perform basic vehicle maintenance, and physical stamina to manage long hours on the road.

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Tractor Trailer Driver- Longview,WA

  • Waste Connections
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

A CDL with air brakes endorsement....

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Local Truck Driver

  • J.B. Hunt Transport
  • Kelso, WA (11 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kelso, WA (11 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 6 hours ago

Looking for dedicated truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring local CDL-A drivers! Become a Dedicated Contract Services- driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a single...

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Truck Driver, CDL Class A, WA, OR local Truckload

  • Columbia City, OR (13 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia City, OR (13 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Pacific Northwest family truckload company in business more than 100 years. *Union Benefits. *Local WA/OR Truckload carrier; primarily dry van with occasional flatbed. *M-F work week with rare...

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Log Truck Driver - Longview

  • Weyerhaeuser Company
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Weyerhaeuser's Washington trucking operation is seeking experienced professional Log Truck Drivers at our Longview, WA location. Weyerhaeuser is a premier timber and wood products company with...

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Local Dedicated Class A Drivers Needed

  • Ridgefield, WA (21 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ridgefield, WA (21 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 6 days ago

Dedicated Account Job Details: W2 Dedicated account out of Ridgefield WA and you must live within 50 miles Monday-Friday 0215 - 1200 approx shift with Saturday mandatory when customer requires....

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CDL-A Truck Driver

  • C.R. England
  • Kelso, WA (11 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kelso, WA (11 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 8 days ago

C.R. England is Now Hiring Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers! Drivers Average $102,544 Annually - Top 10% Earn Up to $129,792 per Year* Valid CDL-A and 3+ months of current experience required This...

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Entry Log Truck Driver - Longview

  • Weyerhaeuser Company
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 13 days ago
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 13 days ago

Verifiable high school diploma or equivalent Valid Class A CDL Minimum 1-year Class A CDL driving experience Current DOT medical card Driving record must be clear of current incidents/citations Ability...

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Class A CDL Driver - Req. ID: 3870

  • Denali Water Solutions
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 27 days ago
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 27 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Possess a Class A CDL, preferably with a doubles endorsement....

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Class-A CDL Driver

  • Precision Industrial Contractors
  • Woodland, WA (19 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Woodland, WA (19 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago

Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required 2+ years of proven experience in commercial truck driving...

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Tractor Trailer Driver

  • Peterson Machinery Co.
  • Ridgefield, WA (21 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ridgefield, WA (21 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago

CERTIFICATES, LICENCENSES, REGISTRATIONS Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with required endorsements and a current Medical Certificate. Must possess a clean DMV driving record....

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Semi-Local Truck Driver

  • J.B. Hunt Transport
  • Woodland, WA (19 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Woodland, WA (19 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago

Looking for dedicated truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring semi-local CDL-A drivers! Become a Dedicated Contract Services- driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a...

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CDL Delivery Driver

  • EquipmentShare
  • Ridgefield, WA (21 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ridgefield, WA (21 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 28 days ago

professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points Ability to remain focused in a busy environment Education and Experience: Must hold either a commercial drivers license (Class...

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OTR CDL-A Company Truck Driver

  • Western Flyer Xpress
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

A CDL Must be 23 years of age or older Must have 12 months of verifiable CDL-A driving experience within the last 36 months....

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CDL-A - New pay increase - Team Van Truckload truck driver

  • Schneider
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Longview, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

New pay increase - Team Van Truckload truck driver Average pay: $1,300-$1,590 weekly Home time: Every three weeks Experience: 3 months or greater CDL experience Overview Dry van trailers with 100%...

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Class A Truck Driver - Local Routes

  • ProDrivers
  • Kalama, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kalama, WA (10 miles from Rainier, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

ProDrivers is looking for career-minded individuals to join our team as Class A licensed truck drivers for local pick up and deliveries of Food, Produce and other Grocery Items in and around the...

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Demographic Data for Rainier, OR

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Salary for CDL Truck Driver Jobs in Rainier, OR

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CDL Truck Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

CDL Truck Drivers in Rainier, OR offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.1%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CDL Truck Drivers in Rainier, OR
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%


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