Truck Driver Jobs in Williston, ND

Williston is a high-demand market for truck drivers with a metro population of 30K city. Major employers in the area include Hess Corporation Transport, Continental Resources, Halliburton, Schlumberger Logistics. Key freight corridors like US-2 East-West Route keep loads moving consistently. Across North Dakota, there are approximately 12,000+ active truck drivers. Cyclical but currently strong — the Bakken still holds billions of barrels of recoverable oil, and new drilling permits continue to be issued. The $750M+ in infrastructure improvements (roads, bridges, water systems) generate construction freight independent of oil prices. ONEOK's gas processing expansion keeps pipeline freight active.

Truck drivers in the Williston area typically earn $60,000 - $95,000 annually, depending on equipment type, experience, and routes. The cost of living in Williston is 10% above national average, meaning your take-home pay stretches further here. The statewide average for North Dakota is $52,000 - $78,000. Williston's higher demand often pushes local rates above the state average. Typical weekly miles: Local: 400-800 | Regional: 1,500-2,200 | OTR: 2,500-3,200.

Major carriers and logistics companies hiring in Williston include Hess Corporation Transport, Continental Resources, Halliburton, Schlumberger Logistics. These companies hire CDL-A, CDL-B, and non-CDL drivers for a variety of positions — from local delivery to OTR routes. Key industries driving freight demand include oil and gas extraction and oilfield services. O Trucking connects you with loads from these carriers and many others, letting you choose which freight to haul.

Key freight corridors near Williston include US-2 East-West Route, US-85 North-South Route, ND-1804 Bakken Route. These routes carry oil & gas (bakken) and agriculture freight and provide consistent load availability for local, regional, and OTR drivers. Nearby trucking hubs include Bismarck, ND (220 mi via US-85/I-94) and Minot, ND (120 mi via US-2), giving you multiple directional options for outbound loads.

CDL training facilities near Williston include Williston State College CDL and Bakken Region CDL Training. Most CDL-A programs take 3-7 weeks to complete and cost $3,000-7,000. Some programs offer financing or payment plans. Once you have your CDL, apply with O Trucking and start driving within 48 hours — no weeks of mandatory orientation.

No — your CDL works in all 50 states, and many drivers based elsewhere run loads into and out of Williston. However, living near Williston gives you access to local routes (home nightly) and lets you build relationships with area shippers and receivers. Williston's cost of living is 10% above national average, which is worth factoring into your decision. If Williston isn't your home base, we can still match you with freight that routes through the area.

The top equipment types for Williston are: Tanker, Flatbed, Step deck, Dry van. Tanker — frac water and produced water hauling (highest volume). The oil & gas (bakken) sector drives specialized equipment demand. Tell us your equipment type and we'll show you what's available.

Severely limited relative to demand during boom periods. The Love's on US-2 West is the only major chain truck stop. Many drivers park at private oil company lots or along industrial road shoulders. Man-camp parking lots have been converted to truck staging during peak drilling. Diesel is $0.15-0.25/gal above national average due to remote location and high demand. The irony of the oil capital paying premium fuel prices is not lost on drivers. Fill up in Minot or Bismarck when possible.

Well-site access roads are private and require landowner/operator permission. Williams County has weight-restricted roads during spring thaw (March-May). Oversize loads on US-2 require pilot cars and permits. Many oilfield sites require H2S safety training and personal gas monitors. Always check local signage for recent changes, especially in construction zones.

Among the harshest driving environments in the lower 48 — winter temperatures reach -30°F to -40°F with persistent wind chills below -50°F. Ground blizzards close US-2 and US-85 repeatedly from November through March. The gravel well-site access roads become impassable mud pits during spring thaw. Summer brings dust that coats everything. Plan your routes and schedule around these seasonal patterns for the best experience driving out of Williston.