Hire Truck Drivers in Oregon
Access our network of 22,000+ CDL drivers in Oregon. Average wages of $52,000-$68,000/year with moderate demand across all equipment types.
Oregon Driver Market Overview
Driver Pool
22,000+
Avg. Wage
$52,000-$68,000/year
Demand Level
moderate
CDL Schools
25+ CDL schools
Our Turnover
63%
Top Hiring Cities in Oregon
#1
Portland
#2
Salem
#3
Eugene
#4
Medford
#5
Bend
Major Employers in Oregon
Intel (Hillsboro)
Nike (Beaverton)
Amazon PDX7-PDX9
Daimler Trucks NA
Weyerhaeuser
Hire Drivers in Oregon by Equipment
Select an equipment type to see Oregon-specific driver availability and requirements.
Dry Van
Class A
Demand: moderate
Reefer
Class A
Demand: moderate
Flatbed
Class A
Demand: moderate
Step Deck
Class A
Demand: moderate
Hotshot
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Demand: moderate
Box Truck
Class B (26,001+ lbs GVWR); non-CDL for under 26,000 lbs
Demand: moderate
Car Hauler
Class A
Demand: moderate
Tanker
Class A
Demand: moderate
Power Only
Class A
Demand: moderate
Intermodal
Class A
Demand: moderate
CDL Training Pipeline in Oregon
25+ CDL schools
CDL training programs in Oregon
Oregon's CDL training infrastructure produces a steady pipeline of new drivers. Combined with our national network, we can match your Oregon-based positions with both local graduates and experienced drivers from neighboring states.
Why Hire Drivers in Oregon
No sales tax reduces fleet operating costs
Portland port competes with Seattle for Pacific trade
Timber industry provides consistent flatbed demand
Tech industry (Intel, Nike) drives specialized freight
Daimler Trucks NA HQ creates trucking-industry connections
Hiring Drivers in Oregon — FAQ
Oregon uses a unique weight-mile tax instead of a fuel tax for heavy trucks. This means operating costs are based on miles driven and vehicle weight rather than fuel consumed. Companies hiring drivers for Oregon routes should factor this into compensation.
Oregon drivers earn $52,000-$68,000 per year. Portland metro rates are highest due to cost of living and competition from Intel and Amazon. Timber and agricultural drivers in rural Oregon may earn less but have lower living costs.
Technology (Intel, HP), timber/wood products (Weyerhaeuser), agriculture (wine, produce), port operations (Portland), and consumer goods (Nike) are the primary drivers.
The Cascade Range creates severe winter driving on I-84 through the Columbia River Gorge and over mountain passes. Ice storms can strand trucks for days. Experienced winter drivers are essential for Oregon routes.
Portland has a decent driver pool but competes with Seattle for experienced drivers. The city's congestion and lack of truck-friendly infrastructure make local delivery positions harder to fill than regional or OTR.