This dedicated local freight position operates out of the Portland and Troutdale area, with most work around Portland and Salem and dedicated customer runs to Hermiston, Oregon, and Grandview, Washington. Washington crossings are part of the job. Freight includes intermodal and local loads, with drop-and-hook, live-load, and live-unload work; driver-assist unloading is not required. Drivers earn $0.65 per mile and $22 per stop, averaging about $44 per load. About 90% of loads are under 50 miles and pay an additional $40 each. A $750 performance bonus is paid for every 50 customer deliveries and/or pickups. Most drivers earn $1,400–$1,800 per week, or roughly $72,800–$93,600 annually. Drivers are home daily and receive 34-hour restarts. Available schedules are Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday, on either day or night shifts. Weekend work is part of the schedule; holiday work is optional.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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