Entry Level CDL-A Truck Driver - Paid Training

Start your trucking career with 18 Wheels USA. This entry-level OTR dry van job is open to new CDL holders, with paid training alongside a mentor and expected pay of $1,500 to $1,800 a week once you run solo. Plan for about 2 weeks out at a time and 2 days at home. Paid Training $650 a week in most states while you train with a mentor, up to $900 in higher-pay states (you need to be available 5 or more days a week) A mentor rides with you until you are ready to run on your own Then you move to your own assigned truck Home Time About 2 weeks out, then 2 days at home No forced dispatch Pay After Training Mileage pay after training; the rate depends on length of haul and rises with experience. We go over your exact rate on the phone Expected $1,500 to $1,800 a week after training, depending on miles Monthly performance bonus once you are running solo Paid weekly by direct deposit Veterans: up to 6 years of honorable service counts toward your pay rate Freight Dry van, 2,500 to 3,000 miles a week 99% no-touch, about 80% drop and hook Equipment Mainly Freightliners about 1.5 years old, automatic or 10-speed Most have an APU or inverter Assigned truck you can take home Orientation Up to 2 days, paid $300 once you are hired Hotel provided (shared room for trainees); a one-way bus ticket reimbursed with receipt Benefits Medical, dental, vision and 401(k), starting after 30 days Paid vacation after 1 year After training, on your own truck: one approved dog under 40 lbs ($300 nonrefundable fee) and adult riders Requirements Valid Class A CDL, 21 or older No professional driving experience needed Pass a DOT physical and drug test at orientation Live in one of our hiring states (we will confirm your town when we call). We do not hire in CT, NH, ND, SD, the New York City area or Florida south of Sarasota, and we do not take trainees from Minnesota. Apply today and our recruiting team will contact you.

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