CDL-A OTR Owner Operator Truck Driver

CDL Training Guide; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 129,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fuel discount

Job summary

Marten Transport is hiring CDL-A owner-operators with a new percentage pay model: 72% of linehaul revenue on reefer loads and 65% on dry van loads, plus a fuel discount designed to help you maximize earnings.

This opportunity includes strong earning potential with weekly pay ranging from $2,840 to $3,550 and annual earnings from about $147,680 to $184,600. It emphasizes consistency, safety, and the support of an established carrier.

Qualifications

• Interstate CDL-A license required.
• At least 4 months of recent CDL-A experience after training.
• Ability to work and interact with others.

Skills

Ability to work with others

Education

Interstate Commercial Driver's License (Class A)

Job description

Percentage Pay, Great Fuel Discounts & the Support of a 2-Time TCA Elite Fleet

Ready to get more from your business? Marten Transport is hiring CDL-A owner operators with new percentage pay: 72% of linehaul revenue on reefer loads and 65% on dry van loads, and a great fuel discount designed to help you make the most of every load. Add strong earning potential, consistent freight and the stability of a financially strong, independent carrier that's been helping professional truck drivers build successful careers for more than 80 years.

Marten is also proud to be recognized as a 2026 TCA Elite Fleet for the second consecutive year, honoring our commitment to a best-in-class driver experience, competitive compensation, and forward-thinking practices.

What You'll Earn

• New percentage pay model
• Reefer: Earn 72% of linehaul revenue
• Dry Van: Earn 65% of linehaul revenue
• Earn $2,840 - $3,550/week
• Earn $147,680 - $184,600/year
• SAVE BIG AT THE PUMP
• Fuel surcharge
• Potential for additional stop pay, from $0 to $180 per day
• Potential for trailer downtime pay
• Potential for detention pay: $30/hour after two hours
• Inclement weather pay up to $150 per day- Don't drive in unsafe conditions, and don't sit unpaid with a carrier that doesn't value your safety!
• Safety bonus

Why Owner Operators Choose Marten

As an owner operator, every mile - and every business expense - matters. Marten combines strong freight opportunities with programs designed to help you maximize your earning potential while operating with the support of an established carrier.

What Sets Marten Apart

• Percentage-based compensation
• Great fuel discount
• Consistent freight opportunities
• Additional earning opportunities
• Stable, secure company
• Financially strong, independent carrier
• Back-to-back TCA Elite Fleet recognition

Qualifications

• A current Interstate Commercial Driver's License (Class A)
• Must have at least 4 months of recent CDL-A experience after completing training
• Ability to work and interact with others

Home time and pay may vary by hiring area and specific route details. Ask a recruiter for details.

Background check required. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, or other applicable law. Marten will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s).

Beyond the many job benefits previously mentioned above for truck driving jobs, there are several other appealing opportunities for truckers living in Salem. Oregon's location on the upper west coast offer ideal conditions for truck drivers from weather to opportunities ranging from shipping lumber to technology to California, Washington and Canada.