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Northwest Beef Express

NBX Cattle Driver

Hermiston, OR · On-site

You'll be behind the wheel of a Big Blue Peterbilt , pulling a cattle trailer through wide-open highway, mountain passes, and honest-to-goodness ranch country. If that sounds like your kind of office ...

Northwest Beef Express

NBX Cattle Driver

Nyssa, OR · On-site

You'll be behind the wheel of a Big Blue Peterbilt , pulling a cattle trailer through wide-open highway, mountain passes, and honest-to-goodness ranch country. If that sounds like your kind of office ...

Northwest Beef Express LLC

NBX Cattle Driver

Nyssa, OR · On-site

You'll be behind the wheel of a Big Blue Peterbilt , pulling a cattle trailer through wide-open highway, mountain passes, and honest-to-goodness ranch country. If that sounds like your kind of office ...

Beef Northwest Feeders LLC

Cattle Manager

Boardman, OR · On-site

The Cattle Manager will be directly responsible for care and health of all feedyard cattle, as well as all activities relating to cattle including transmittal of appropriate paperwork. The cattle ...

PFC Ranches

OR · On-site

Work with Ranch Managers to develop annual land management plans for each property * Ensure quality standards across all operations, including cattle operations, fencing, grazing, and water use

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for cattle ranch in Oregon is $18.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $20.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A cattle ranch job involves raising and managing cattle for beef or dairy production. Responsibilities may include feeding, herding, branding, maintaining ranch equipment, and ensuring the health of the herd. Workers may also assist in breeding efforts, monitor pasture conditions, and help with irrigation or fencing. Ranch jobs require physical labor and knowledge of livestock care. Some roles may also involve operating machinery or handling sales and transportation of cattle.

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Cattle Ranchers usually work outdoors in all types of weather, handling livestock, maintaining pastures, and operating equipment throughout the year. The job often requires early mornings, late evenings, and some weekend or holiday shifts, especially during calving season or periods of increased activity. While some responsibilities are solitary, ranchers also coordinate with veterinarians, suppliers, and sometimes supervise ranch hands. The role is physically demanding but offers a strong sense of accomplishment for those who enjoy working with animals and in natural settings.

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NBX Cattle Driver

Northwest Beef Express LLC

Hermiston, OR • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

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Hauling Steers. Shifting Gears. Get Paid Right.Class A Drivers Wanted
Northwest Beef Express is hiring Cattle Haulers - Do you have what it takes?

Ever watched a cattle pot roll down the highway and thought, "I could do that"? Now's your shot. We're Northwest Beef Express (NBX), and we move live cattle across some of the prettiest country in the West - Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, and the occasional run into California.


You'll be behind the wheel of a Big Blue Peterbilt, pulling a cattle trailer through wide-open highway, mountain passes, and honest-to-goodness ranch country. If that sounds like your kind of office, keep reading.


Here's what makes NBX worth your time:


  • Percentage pay per load 
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus 
  • Home most weekends 
  • NBX covers 85% of health, vision, and dental 
  • 401(k) with a 100% match on your first 5%
  • Clean, organized in-house shop with on-site fuel
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and life insurance 
  • Brand new to cattle hauling? We'll show you the ropes. 

The work is full-time, year-round, running through the heart of the Pacific Northwest's beef country. The cattle don't take days off, and neither do we - but we take care of the people who take care of them.


  Think you've got what it takes? Apply today and let's talk.

Requirements

What we need from you:
  • Class A CDL and current medical card
  • Clean driving record
  • 23+ years old
  • 2+ years tractor/trailer experience
  • You can actually shift a manual (no exceptions - this is non-negotiable on an 18-speed)

NBX will consider reasonable accommodations to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position. This includes accommodations related to lifting, standing, physical work, or other job-related requirements. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance.

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