Anderson Trucking Service
$65,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Flatbed, Specialized, Owner-Operator
Moderate Demand
Over-the-Road (OTR) Jobs in North Dakota
Browse otr trucking positions across North Dakota with top carriers hiring now.
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Demand Level
Moderate
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Key Cities
5+ Markets
OTR Trucking in North Dakota
North Dakota trucking still reflects Bakken energy lanes in the west plus I-94 and I-29 ag and through freight via Fargo and Bismarck—harsh winters, long empty stretches. Demand for OTR drivers in North Dakota is moderate, with carriers recruiting experienced CDL-A drivers for long-haul lanes that touch this state. Ask each carrier for current pay — this page does not publish an unsourced band.
Top Companies Hiring OTR Drivers in ND
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Covenant Transport
$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
CRST International
$48,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Flatbed
Forward Air
$60,000 - $90,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Expedited, Owner-Operator
Driving job listings in North Dakota
These listings are not job offers from this website, and this site does not employ the driver. If a carrier is not named, the card is a description of a type of seat, not an offer of employment.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$63,500 - $89,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$65,500 - $92,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$66,500 - $94,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$67,000 - $94,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$69,000 - $97,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$70,000 - $99,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$73,500 - $103,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$49,000 - $69,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$55,500 - $78,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Truck Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver Driver
$60,500 - $85,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$62,000 - $87,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$58,500 - $82,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$48,000 - $67,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for OTR Jobs in North Dakota
Fargo
North Dakota
Bismarck
North Dakota
Grand Forks
North Dakota
Minot
North Dakota
Williston
North Dakota
Key Freight Routes in North Dakota
1
I-94 (Fargo to Bismarck and Montana)
2
I-29 (Fargo to Grand Forks and Canada)
3
US-85 (Williston oil fields)
Requirements for OTR Driving in ND
- Valid CDL-A license
- Minimum 6 months verifiable OTR experience (some carriers accept new graduates)
- Clean MVR with no major violations in the past 3 years
- DOT physical card (medical examiner's certificate)
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening
- Must be at least 21 years old for interstate driving
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OTR Trucking Jobs in North Dakota — FAQs
How much do otr truck drivers make in North Dakota?
This page does not publish a dollar pay band for otr drivers in North Dakota. The figure that used to appear here was an unsourced regional multiplier, and every state in the same region showed the same band. Ask the carrier for the rate. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
What are the best OTR trucking routes through North Dakota?
North Dakota's interstate system connects drivers to major freight lanes across the region. Outbound loads from North Dakota typically move to distribution hubs in neighboring states, while inbound freight includes consumer goods, raw materials, and manufacturing inputs. Carriers based in or running through ND offer consistent miles with multiple routing options.
Are trucking companies in North Dakota hiring otr drivers in 2026?
Yes — otr driver demand in North Dakota is moderate heading into 2026. The otr segment in North Dakota is expanding, with carriers adding routes and increasing hiring as freight volumes grow. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in ND.