CDL-A Entry Level OTR Driver - Weekly Training Pay

Picture your first year behind the wheel. With American Driver, a Class A driver in Zachary, Baker, Central or Port Allen starts with paid orientation, earns a paycheck every week during training, and has a guaranteed floor for the first three months solo. After that come steady OTR miles, with home time every two weeks. Month one Orientation pays $300 on your first paycheck. Then you ride with an experienced mentor for 3 to 5 weeks, about 200 to 250 hours on the road. You learn trip planning, backing, docks and logs, and you earn $650 every week. Months two to four You get your own truck. For your first 3 months solo, you are guaranteed $1,000 a week while you build your miles. You haul dry van freight east of Denver, through the South, the Southeast and the Midwest. You do not go into the Northeast. Loads include live loads, live unloads, preloads and drop and hook. The rest of the year Drivers average $1,200 to $1,800 a week on 1,800 to 2,900 miles. Each stop pays $15, short hauls pay $75 plus mileage, and a monthly performance bonus rewards good driving. You are home every two weeks. Expect day and night driving, weekend work and some cold weather up north in winter. Holiday work is voluntary. Already experienced? First seat and 1-year experienced drivers are welcome. Your pay is set by your verifiable experience. Teams are accepted. Pets Once training is done, a dog can ride with you. Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) and paid time off. What You Need 21 or older with a Class A CDL A completed CDL-A truck driving school of at least 120 hours An acceptable driving record A DOT physical and drug screen Apply now. A recruiter will reach out to plan your start. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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