CDL A Truck Driver Entry Level - Paid Training

Start Regional With Paid CDL-A Training and Weekend Home Time Newer Class A CDL drivers can build real road experience on a Midwest regional dry van operation with paid training before moving into a solo driving position. HOME TIME & RUNNING AREA Drivers typically head out Monday and return Saturday, with weekend home time. Freight runs through Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Illinois, with both day and night driving required. EARNINGS AFTER TRAINING Average weekly earnings of $1,000-$1,400 Approximately 1,500-1,800 miles per week Starting mileage pay of $0.56 per mile, increasing up to $0.59 at six months $40 load pay on runs from 0-149 miles $25 load pay on runs from 150-250 miles $15 stop pay Driver performance bonus opportunity TRAINING FOR NEW CDL-A DRIVERS Qualified trainees begin with approximately 3-5 weeks of paid training and 200-250 hours behind the wheel with an experienced driver. Ohio trainee pay is $850 per week. Orientation lasts no more than two days. A $300 orientation payment is paid upon hire. FREIGHT Regional dry van operation Drop-and-hook freight Live loads and live unloads Preloaded trailers Weekend work when required EQUIPMENT Mainly Freightliner tractors Automatic and 10-speed manual transmissions Average tractor age of approximately 1.5 years Permanently assigned truck - no slip seating BENEFITS - ELIGIBLE AFTER 30 DAYS Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans 401(k) retirement plan Employee Stock Purchase Program Life and disability coverage Employee Assistance Program PET & RIDER OPTIONS AFTER TRAINING Rider program available for approved passengers One approved dog under 40 lbs. permitted REQUIREMENTS Must be at least 21 years old Valid Class A CDL Minimum 120 hours from an accredited truck driving school CDL-A trainees with less than 6 months of recent driving experience are welcome Solid employment history without major unemployment gaps Acceptable MVR and driving record required Must pass a DOT-compliant pre-employment drug test Must meet all applicable driver qualification and hiring requirements Must be available for day/night driving and weekend work when required BUILD YOUR EXPERIENCE ON REGIONAL FREIGHT Submit your application today if this Midwest schedule fits what you are looking for. Qualified applicants can expect recruiter contact the same business day. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). "

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