Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR Jobs
A Long Haul Truck Driver, also known as Over-the-Road (OTR) driver, plays a critical role in the transportation industry by delivering goods over long distances across the country. Their duties encompass driving for extended hours, following all traffic laws, maintaining logs of their activities, and ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods. They are also responsible for inspecting their vehicles before and after the trip, and arranging for the repair and routine maintenance of their trucks. Because of the nature of their job, an OTR driver needs to possess stamina, good physical health, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
Before becoming a Long Haul Truck Driver, a person may have held roles such as a Delivery Driver, a Warehouse Associate, or a commercial vehicle driver. These jobs provide valuable experience in handling goods, understanding delivery processes, and operating commercial vehicles. To qualify for an OTR position, an individual must possess a high school diploma and a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Some companies might prefer candidates with a professional truck driving school certification. Also, due to the long hours spent on the road, candidates must have a clean driving record and should pass physical fitness and drug tests.
Fantastic Transport Inc. located at 424 1st Ave E, Regina, SK is presently looking for Long-haul Truck Drivers. The company is offering very competitive wages of $32.50 per hour. Applicants must...
Job highlights Qualifications * Must have a valid class A License * Moving Violations: No more than 1 serious traffic violations in the last year * Accidents: No critical accidents in the last...
CDL A Team Truck Drivers, 100% No Touch
- Salt Lake City, UT
- 8 hours ago
- Salt Lake City, UT
- 8 hours ago
Job highlights Qualifications * Must have a valid class A License * Moving Violations: No more than 1 serious traffic violations in the last year * Accidents: No critical accidents in the last...
Job Name Our top drivers made over $100,000 in 2024 **Must Have One Year Experience, No Local Positions** Average miles 2500-3000 weekly; average pay $1,300 - $1,500 weekly Weekly guaranteed pay...
Exp. CDL-A Team Drivers - Up to $2,450/Wk per Driver + Co-Driver Req.
- Charlotte, NC
- 10 hours ago
- Charlotte, NC
- 10 hours ago
A CDL 2 years of experience About APL Cargo APL Cargo could not produce the best results for our customers without hiring the best drivers....
CRST The Transportation Solution Inc. is one of the nations largest transportation companies, providing total transportation solutions and comprehensive logistics services to customers all over...
Owner Operator Over The Road Straight Trucks, Sprinters, Promasters
- Livonia, MI
- 22 hours ago
- Livonia, MI
- 22 hours ago
competitive pay flexible home time no forced dispatch 99% no-touch freight 24-hour dispatch support expedite experience is a bonus but not required must be willing to go OTR (Over The Road) those with...
Owner Operator Over The Road Straight Trucks, Sprinters, Promasters
- Sewickley, PA
- 22 hours ago
- Sewickley, PA
- 22 hours ago
competitive pay flexible home time no forced dispatch 99% no-touch freight 24-hour dispatch support expedite experience is a bonus but not required must be willing to go OTR (Over The Road) those with...
OTR Truck Drivers Wanted * Modern Equipment * Passenger Ride Along * Pet Policy * Health Insurance * Great Home Time * Direct deposit weekly * No Touch Freight * Contract Drivers, Owner Operators...
OTR Truck Driver- 75 cpm! Fast orientation and immediate hire
- Dallas, TX
- 1 day ago
- Dallas, TX
- 1 day ago
Our greatest assets are our employees. We offer competitive pay, stability, and opportunities for career growth. CALL NOW ... APPLICATION HERE Apply Now! See below for a quick glance of who we are...
Owner Operator Over The Road Straight Trucks, Sprinters, Promasters
- Knoxville, TN
- 1 day ago
- Knoxville, TN
- 1 day ago
competitive pay flexible home time no forced dispatch 99% no-touch freight 24-hour dispatch support expedite experience is a bonus but not required must be willing to go OTR (Over The Road) those with...
Owner Operator Over The Road Straight Trucks, Sprinters, Promasters
- Lexington, KY
- 1 day ago
- Lexington, KY
- 1 day ago
competitive pay flexible home time no forced dispatch 99% no-touch freight 24-hour dispatch support expedite experience is a bonus but not required must be willing to go OTR (Over The Road) those with...
OTR CDL-A Driver needed * Clean DOT Record * 2 Yrs Experience * Reefer Experience preferred (53' trailers) Lanes from TX to East Coast (MA, NY, NJ, PA, GA, NC, etc.) Occasionally to Midwest (IL,...
Tenemos unidades disponibles Minimo de 2 anos de experiencia Facil contratacion Al igual si usted cuenta con camion listo para trabajar lo podemos ayudar!! * Contamos con lease agreement *...
Owner Operator Over The Road Straight Trucks, Sprinters, Promasters
- Birmingham, AL
- 1 day ago
- Birmingham, AL
- 1 day ago
competitive pay flexible home time no forced dispatch 99% no-touch freight 24-hour dispatch support expedite experience is a bonus but not required must be willing to go OTR (Over The Road) those with...
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR positions.
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Long Haul Truck Driver or OTRs offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR position
- Organization
- Inventory Management
- Electrical
- Inventory Control
- Background Checks
- Health Care
- Installation
- General Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mowing
- Coaching
- Interpersonal Skills
- Global Logistics
- Over the Road
- Double Trailer
- Transportation Logistics
- DOT Compliance
- LTL
- Routing
- Loading & Unloading
- Hazardous Materials
- Dispatching
- Forklift Operator
- Driving
- Shipping and Receiving
- Logistics
- High School Diploma
- Regulations
- Sales
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Training and Development
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