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.

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CDL-A OTR Truck Driver - Earn 41-60 CPM + Excellent Benefits

  • Mason, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 2 hours ago

May Trucking Company is Now Hiring CDL-A OTR Company Drivers! Guaranteed Daily Pay - 99% No-Touch Freight May Trucking Company is hiring ENTRY-LEVEL and EXPERIENCED CDL-A OTR Truck Drivers! Top...

Requirements: CDL Learner's permit from your state of residence No recent DOT-reportable accidents or DUIs Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements Obtain Your Class A CDL...

CDL A OTR Truck Driver $2300 guaranteed

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 hours ago

Apply here: Hauling 53ft dry van no touch freight 2023 or newer truck 53ft trailers No touch freight Pilot / flying J Cat scale account Requirement: Minimum 2 years CDL A experience Clean driving...

Hiring CDL-A Class Lease Truck Drivers OTR

  • Brunswick, TN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brunswick, TN
  • 2 hours ago

Hiring CDL-A Class Lease Truck Drivers OTR APPLY NOW We run 48 states and respect our drivers. We are working as a family. No forced dispatch. Dispatch fee: 12% Weekly Gross $7,000 - $10,000 and...

CDL $0,70/mile for OTR Hazmat drivers Dry Van only

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago

CDL $0,70/mile for OTR Hazmat drivers Dry Van only We looking for reliable SOLO or TEAM DRIVERS to join our team! WE HIRE FROM ALL 48 STATES TRANSPORTATION PAID (A flight, hotel, and uber from the...

Fmc Industries - Cdl Otr Driver

  • McAllen, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • McAllen, TX
  • 2 hours ago

CDL OTR DRIVER $.60 MILE GA/SC/NC/TN/FL DRY VAN LOADS HOME EVERY WEEK NEW EQUIPMENT HOME BASE MCALLEN, TX ...

Over the Road Driver (Linehaul - Fully Endorsed)

  • San Leandro, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 2 hours ago

With an exceptional support team every mile of the way Regional OTR Drivers are over the road, moving freight between terminals within the Estes Terminal network....

Owner Operator Over The Road Straight Trucks, Sprinters, Promasters

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago

We are a well-established Expedite Transportation/Logistics company that has been in business for over 30 years....

Hiring CDL-A Class Lease Truck Drivers OTR

  • TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • TX
  • 2 hours ago

Hiring CDL-A Class Lease Truck Drivers OTR APPLY NOW We run 48 states and respect our drivers. We are working as a family. No forced dispatch. Dispatch fee: 12% Weekly Gross $7,000 - $10,000 and...

LEER - Class A CDL OTR Delivery Drivers

  • Milton, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Milton, PA
  • 2 hours ago

/WAYPOINT EAST Position Description – OTR Fleet Driver $15,000 Sign-On/Retention BONUS and Quarterly bonus program $85k - $100k Yearly Overall Responsibilities: Responsible for safely operating an over-the-road...

Now Hiring Class C Over the Road Delivery Driver @ $23/HR!

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Now seeking Non CDL Class C Over the Road delivery drivers with current DOT Med Card to drive a 26' box truck with liftgate....

Class A OTR Team Driver (+$100K)

  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Driver to complete a TEAM - Class A CDL Drivers Jurupa Valley, CA (Hybrid) | Competitive Pay | Reefer Freight Are you an experienced Class A CDL driver?? JOIN OUR TEAM!!...

CDL OTR & Dry Van Drivers

  • Addison, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Addison, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Drive with Purpose and Earn with Pride. Join our growing team of professional drivers and experience the difference. Were looking for experienced CDL-A OTR and Dry Van Drivers who are ready to hit...

OTR Team and Solo Drivers Want-Join Mann Freightlines Inc

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Requirements: Valid Class A CDL Minimum 2 years of verifiable OTR experience (required) Must be 25 years or older Clean driving record (no major violations) Must pass a DOT drug test and background...

Looking for OTR drivers for DRY VAN 53

  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 2 hours ago

Max Carriers (located in Chicago area) now hiring the company drivers CDL A with experience for OTR. SOLO Dry Vans: up to 65 C/Mile TEAM Dry Vans : up to 80 C/Mile About the Position: Latest Model...

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Salary for Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR Jobs Nationwide

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 Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR positions.



Highest Education Level

Long Haul Truck Driver or OTRs offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
14.6%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Some College
4.6%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Long Haul Truck Driver or OTRs
Less than 1 year
52.7%
2-4 years
24.2%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
5.4%
None
3.6%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR position


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