Recent Grads - CDL A Company Truck Driver - Regional
About The Position
The company is hiring recent CDL A graduates for its Eastern Regional Fleet. This is a full-time regional dry van driving position that begins with paid, one-on-one mentorship from an experienced driver. Trainees earn $650 per week during training, and after successfully completing the program they receive an assigned truck and move into a solo position. Freight is no-touch, with routes running along the eastern seaboard and generally not far west. The position offers biweekly home time, with weekly or biweekly home times described as available. After training, drivers are paid $0.55 per mile, with an additional $0.10 per mile for each additional 12 months of experience. Average solo earnings are stated as $1,200–$1,800 per week, with an average of 2,000–2,500 weekly miles and $15 stop pay. The company also provides paid orientation if hired, and company-paid tolls and a fuel program.
Requirements
- Valid Class A commercial driver’s license.
- Recent completion of an accredited CDL program.
- At least 120 hours of CDL school instruction.
- Safe driving record.
- Ability to meet DOT and FMCSA requirements.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Responsibilities
- Operate a Class A tractor-trailer safely.
- Complete regional pickups and deliveries throughout the eastern seaboard.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Maintain accurate electronic logs.
- Follow U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, and company safety requirements.
- Communicate professionally with dispatch and customers.
Benefits
- Paid one-on-one driver mentorship and training at $650 per week.
- Weekly Friday pay.
- Assigned truck after successfully completing training.
- Mileage pay of $0.55 CPM plus $0.10 CPM for each additional 12 months of experience.
- Average solo earnings of $1,200–$1,800 weekly.
- $15 stop pay.
- Company-paid tolls.
- Fuel program.
- Pet and rider program.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid orientation if hired.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Access to a 401(k).
- Opportunities for safety and performance bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
