--- title: Chip Truck Driver at The Sutherland Group of Companies description: The Sutherland Group of Companies is hiring for the Chip Truck Driver role in Priest River, ID. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/chip-truck-driver-at-the-sutherland-group-of-companies-01a0b3d1-8498-7791-86a6-99baf0d4d953 date: 2026-10-31T00:15:16Z og_description: Join The Sutherland Group of Companies as Chip Truck Driver in Priest River, ID. Pays $27.17 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/si2unb.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | The Sutherland Group of Companies | | **Location** | Priest River, ID | | **Salary** | $27.17/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for The Sutherland Group of Companies. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for The Sutherland Group of Companies. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $54,000 – $65,000 a year (median $54,000). ## Description The Chip Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of wood residual fiber products throughout Washington and Idaho. This role includes conducting vehicle inspections, loading and unloading product, securing loads, completing electronic logs, and operating in compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements. Success in this position requires a commitment to safety, professionalism, equipment care, and reliable service. **Why Drive with Us?** - Reliable year-round work with steady miles and long-term stability - Competitive pay, comprehensive rewards and benefits - Modern equipment, ISAAC E-logs, and 24/7 operational support - Opportunities to build a long-term career, not just a job - A team-first culture built on safety, respect, and transparency - Cross-training opportunities across all divisions on variety of equipment types - Local roots and proud supporters of the communities where we live and work **Compensation & Schedule** $27.17 per hour (trip rate based on cycle time) **Drivers are paid in accordance with the applicable rate for this position. Additional premiums, allowances, and benefits may apply.** Schedule: Monday to Friday, gets you home every night Additional Compensation: Paid chain-up ($17 per chain up), $26.60 per hour for non-driver tasks, $17.13 per hour (overtime eligible) during training. **Responsibilities** - Conduct pre and post trip inspections on equipment operated, ensuring safety, road worthiness and regulatory compliance. - Load and unload wood residual fiber products in a safe and efficient manner. - Ensure safe transportation of freight by securing goods while loading and unloading. - Tarp vehicle using manual or auto tarps as available. - Chain-up vehicle based on road conditions. - Complete all electronic records regarding working hours, vehicle status and maintenance records using the industry’s best fleet management system, ISAAC. - Ensure trucks are left clean and safe at the end of each shift. **Qualifications** - Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) - 2 years of trucking experience preferred - Winter mountain driving experience preferred - Clean driver’s abstract (please attach with the application) - Must be able to pass pre-employment DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing. - Ability to enter Canada for work purposes (COVID-19 vaccine no longer required to enter Canada) **Benefits & Total Rewards** - Health, dental, vision, and life insurance - Generous SIMPLE IRA fully matched up to 3% after 12 months of employment - Referral bonus opportunities **About Sutco Group International** Sutco is a leading transportation and logistics provider serving the forestry, mining, and industrial sectors across North America, recognized for its commitment to safety, innovation, and service excellence. Sutco provides an industry-leading level of professionalism, aimed at meeting the satisfaction, safety and success of our business partners and Team Members. Recognized as a Top Fleet Employer, Top Fleet of Distinction and Premium Carrier, Sutco is a leader in safety, innovation and sustainability. **About Sutherland Group** The Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities. **Join the Team** Ready to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you. ## Skills - Regulatory Compliance - Loading and Unloading - Construction - Forestry - Commercial Driving - Commercial Driver's License - CDL Class a - Maintenance - Driving - Electronic Health Records (Ehr) - Vehicle Inspection ## Benefits - Vision Insurance - Other Retirement and Savings - Life Insurance - Dental Insurance - Health Insurance ## Related - [Logistics & Transportation jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Truck & Bus Driving jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation/truck-and-bus-driving?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [CDL Driver jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation/truck-and-bus-driving/cdl-driver?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Freight and Logistics](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/transportation-and-logistics/freight-and-logistics?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 67339 jobs - [Idaho](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/idaho?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 15363 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)