J.B. Hunt Transport Services
$55,000 - $95,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Intermodal, Local
Very High Demand
Team Driving Jobs in California
Browse team trucking positions across California with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$73,000 - $112,000
Demand Level
Very High
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Team Trucking in California
Team drivers in California run priority freight between West Coast ports and inland markets, including time-sensitive electronics, pharmaceuticals, and perishable goods requiring fast transit times. Team driving demand in California is very high, with carriers offering premium mileage rates and sign-on bonuses for qualified driver pairs.
Top Companies Hiring Team Drivers in CA
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KLLM Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated
Marten Transport
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Intermodal
Roadrunner Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000OTR, Regional, LTL, Owner-Operator
Covenant Transport
$50,000 - $80,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Team, Expedited
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in California
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$62,000 - $88,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$68,500 - $97,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$72,000 - $101,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$48,000 - $67,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$54,000 - $76,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$60,500 - $85,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,000/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Team Jobs in California
Los Angeles
California
Oakland
California
Fresno
California
Sacramento
California
San Diego
California
Key Freight Routes in California
1
I-5 (full state north-south)
2
I-10 (LA to Arizona)
3
I-80 (Bay Area to Nevada/East)
Requirements for Team Driving in CA
- Both drivers must hold valid CDL-A licenses
- 1+ year CDL-A experience for each team member
- Clean MVR for both drivers
- Ability to sleep in a moving truck
- Compatible driving schedules and communication skills
- DOT physical cards for both drivers
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Team Trucking Jobs in California — FAQs
How much do team truck drivers make in California?
Team truck drivers in California earn $73,000 - $112,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in California run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. 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.
Which carriers hire team drivers in California?
Major carriers with team driving programs recruit in California, including national fleets running expedited and time-sensitive freight. Team positions based in CA typically run coast-to-coast or to specific high-demand corridors. Most carriers offer team-specific sign-on bonuses and assigned late-model trucks with team amenities.
Are trucking companies in California hiring team drivers in 2026?
Yes — team driver demand in California is very high heading into 2026. California is one of the top hiring markets for team drivers, with multiple carriers offering sign-on bonuses, increased CPM rates, and accelerated hiring processes. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in CA.