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Sierra Pacific Industries

Driver - Chip Truck

Mount Vernon, WA · On-site

$25.81 - $30.81/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Chip Truck Drivers earn between $25.81 and $30.81 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 ...

Sierra Pacific Industries

Driver - Chip Truck

Shelton, WA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Night Shift Chip Truck Drivers earn between $25 and $30 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and ...

Sierra Pacific Industries

Driver - Chip Truck

Centralia, WA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Currently, we are seeking a qualified Night Shift Chip Truck Driver for our trucking division based in Centralia, Washington . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial truck ...

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Chip Truck Foreperson

Lexington, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new ... A valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required. Physical Requirements: * RARE (less than ...

Asplundh Tree Expert

Chip Truck Foreperson

Lexington, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new ... A valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required. Physical Requirements: * RARE (less than ...

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Chip Truck Foreperson

Lexington, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Periodically furnishes reports on incidents, truck breakdowns, private property damage, new ... A valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required. Physical Requirements: * RARE (less than ...

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How much do chip truck driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for chip truck driver in the United States is $27.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chip truck driver?

A Chip Truck Driver transports wood chips from sawmills or logging sites to processing facilities, such as paper mills or biomass plants. They operate specialized trailers designed for hauling bulk wood chips. The job requires safe driving skills, knowledge of weight limits, and proper loading and unloading techniques. Drivers may work locally or regionally, depending on company and industry needs.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a chip truck driver?

As a Chip Truck Driver, your typical day involves inspecting your vehicle, safely loading and securing wood chips or similar bulk materials, and transporting them between mills, processing plants, or designated delivery sites. You'll need to plan efficient routes, keep accurate logbooks, and comply with safety regulations throughout your shift. Most roles also require regular communication with dispatchers and coordination with site personnel to ensure smooth pick-up and drop-off operations. Maintaining your truck and promptly reporting any maintenance needs is also an important part of the job. Overall, the role combines independent driving with teamwork and reliability to maintain schedules and uphold safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the chip truck driver position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chip Truck Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), strong knowledge of safe vehicle operation, and experience transporting materials such as wood chips or aggregates. Familiarity with GPS tracking systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and mechanical inspection procedures is important for this role. Reliability, attention to detail, and good communication are standout soft skills, as the position often involves time-sensitive deliveries and coordination with dispatchers or site managers. These qualifications are essential to ensure safe, efficient transportation and to meet both company and regulatory standards.

How much do chip truck drivers make?

Chip truck drivers typically earn between $12 and $20 per hour, with annual salaries ranging from approximately $25,000 to $45,000 depending on experience, location, and hours worked. Many drivers work full-time, often during early morning or evening shifts, and may need a commercial driver's license (CDL) to operate the truck legally.
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Infographic showing various Chip Truck Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,348 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Driver - Chip Truck

Sierra Pacific Industries

Mount Vernon, WA • On-site

$25.81 - $30.81/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Sierra Pacific Industries rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 19 rated forestry and logging companies

Job description

Up to $1,500 hiring bonus!
Chip Truck Drivers earn between $25.81 and $30.81 per hour
We train and promote from within
Excellent low-cost health benefits
Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
Paid vacation and 10 holidays
At Sierra Pacific Industries , we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations.
Currently, we are seeking a qualified Chip Truck Driver for our Burlington trucking division based in Mt. Vernon, Washington . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial truck driver, or a training opportunity with the qualifications below.
About the Position
  • Drive chip trucks in accordance with traffic laws
  • Load and unload chip and byproduct and transport to destination
  • Hook and unhook trailers and operate chip dump
  • Maintain accurate record-keeping and meet dispatch schedules on time
  • Perform duties in a safe and efficient manner

Qualifications
  • Must have Class A license, current medical card, clean DMV record, and good work references
  • 1 year of driving and chip hauling experience preferred
  • Preference given to applicants with commercial truck driving experience or educational equivalent

Why Join Our Team?
Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better.
We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions , and company-paid Life Insurance.
How to Apply
If you are qualified and would like to join our team,
please apply in person, Wednesday through Friday from 9am to 3pm .
Let's talk!
Sierra Pacific Industries
14353 McFarland Road
Mt. Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 424-7619 ext 1409
or apply online and view all our trucking career opportunities at: spi-ind.com/trucking
Please bring a current DMV printout at time of application.
Interested in SPI, but not this opportunity?
View all opportunities at: spi.careers
Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
About Our Company
Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team.
We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come.
Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants.
We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.

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