CDL A Truck Driver - Salem - OR

Hiring Experienced CDL-A Truck Drivers

• Earn up to $127,000 per year*
• Start strong with $1,250 paid orientation*
• $1,350 minimum pay for qualifying weeks*

Why Drive for Central Oregon Truck Company?

Central Oregon Truck Company isn't a starter carrier - it's where skilled drivers land and stay. COTC has specialized in open-deck, specialized freight since 1992, and the entire operation is shaped around drivers who know their craft. If you have real OTR experience and you're ready for a company that respects it, COTC was built for you.

That commitment shows up in the numbers: top CSA scores, consistent freight, and eleven consecutive years as one of the Best Fleets to Drive For(R). Experienced drivers keep this company running - and we pay like it.

Pay & Compensation

• Top-tier pay with real guarantees. Top drivers earn up to $127,000/year - 60CPM base pay, up to 4CPM in performance incentives, and a $1,350 weekly minimum for qualifying weeks.*
• Loyalty pay that starts immediately. Earn up to 5.5CPM in loyalty pay*, accruing from day one. Experience and commitment are rewarded from the start.
• Pay for every part of the job. $75 tarp pay and $100 dwell pay* - because your time and effort matter beyond the miles.
• Paid orientation. Earn $1,250 during orientation* so you're compensated from the moment you start.

Benefits That Back the Miles

• Industry-leading insurance - 100% company-paid medical premiums
• Company-paid life insurance and passenger insurance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• No-fee per diem program
• Rider policy available
• Late-model Kenworth T680 manual 10-speeds

All pay and bonus amounts may vary by job type, location, experience level, and performance and are subject to change based on company discretion. Talk with a recruiter to confirm specific details.

There is no deadline to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Driver Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• 12+ months Regional or OTR experience required