Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Truck Driver - OTR Class A - Penske Logistics

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $120000 annually Travel Required, up to 100 percent What you will do: This position requires the driver to travel regionally to work...

CDL A OTR Dry Van Drivers: 1 day home for each week on the road.

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 6 hours ago

River City Transport is hiring CDL A OTR Dry Van Drivers in Midwest States. 1 day home for each week on the road. Average $95,000+ annually. Great company benefits with take your truck home &...

CDL-A Dry Van Truck Drivers (Earn: $.60 - $.80+ CPM!) Apply Now

  • Madison, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 11 hours ago

Now Hiring CDL-A Dry Van Truck Drivers! Apply today and within 24 hours you'll receive multiple job offers. Earn $85,000-$110,000 and up per year based on position. Simply select the driving job...

CDL-A DREAM TEAM Truck Driver - Up to $170K - HIRING NOW!

  • Verona, WI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Verona, WI
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications: Class A CDL...

Truck Driver - OTR Class A - Average $120000 Annually - Penske Logistics

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 1 day ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A CDL Truck Drivers Average $120000 annually Travel Required, up to 100 percent What you will do: This position requires the driver to travel regionally to work...

CDL A LTL Team Drivers Hazmat/Tank. Job in Kenosha Gr8Jobs

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago

the road team truck driver....

CDL-A - Dedicated Team truck driver - Toro

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Valid Commercial Learners Permit (if interested in company-paid CDL training). Need CDL training?...

Owner-operator Van Truckload team truck driver

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 2 days ago

Do business with another Class A CDL holder. Options to pick from: All-In Revenue: Select loads with an all-in rate no need to calculate fuel or accessorials....

Hiring CDL-A Dry Van Truck Drivers ($.60 - $.80+ CPM) Apply Now!

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

Now Hiring CDL-A Dry Van Truck Drivers! Apply today and within 24 hours you'll receive multiple job offers. Earn $.60 - $.80+ CPM and up per year based on position. Simply select the driving job...

CDL-A OTR Truck Driver - Start at $1,564/Week + Great Benefits

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

K&B Transportation is now hiring CDL-A OTR Truck Drivers in the Midwest! Start at $1,564/Week Guaranteed Potential to Earn $2,000 on Top Weeks! Are you looking for a top paying Midwest Regional...

CDL-A Regional OTR Truck Driver. Job in Sturgeon Bay Gr8Jobs

  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Sturgeon Bay, WI
  • 2 days ago

We offer Class A CDL truck drivers outstanding pay, weekly home time, generous bonuses, tons of excellent benefits and much more....

CDL-A Regional OTR Truck Driver. Job in Thiensville Gr8Jobs

  • Thiensville, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Thiensville, WI
  • 2 days ago

We offer Class A CDL truck drivers outstanding pay, weekly home time, generous bonuses, tons of excellent benefits and much more....

CDL-A Regional OTR Truck Driver. Job in Pewaukee Gr8Jobs

  • Brookfield, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 2 days ago

We offer Class A CDL truck drivers outstanding pay, weekly home time, generous bonuses, tons of excellent benefits and much more....

CDL-A Regional OTR Truck Driver. Job in Fort Atkinson Gr8Jobs

  • Fort Atkinson, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Atkinson, WI
  • 2 days ago

A CDL driver's license Must have minimum 1 year of CDL-A experience within the last 3 years At least 23 years of age High school diploma, GED or equivalent Clean driving record...

CDL-A Regional OTR Truck Driver. Job in Watertown Gr8Jobs

  • Watertown, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Watertown, WI
  • 2 days ago

A CDL driver's license Must have minimum 1 year of CDL-A experience within the last 3 years At least 23 years of age High school diploma, GED or equivalent Clean driving record...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Long Haul Truck Driver or OTR Jobs in Wisconsin

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 in Wisconsin offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.0%
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 in Wisconsin
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

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