Entry Level CDL-A Driver

Nis Express • Barstow, CA

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About The Position

Entry-level Class A CDL drivers receive paid training with an experienced trainer, followed by a guaranteed weekly starting amount for the first three months after their first solo dispatch. Solo drivers average $1,000 to $1,500 in weekly gross pay and typically run 1,800 to 2,200 miles per week, with the opportunity to earn a per-mile bonus and stop pay. Freight is dry van and stays west of the Mississippi. Most runs finish in three days or less, with the option to take longer runs. Work includes a mix of live and drop loads, with some unload assistance. Drivers are home every two weeks. Health, dental, and vision coverage begins after 30 days; additional offerings include a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, orientation pay, covered travel, and the ability to bring riders and pets after training.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Hold a valid Class A CDL.
• Trainees must have completed at least 120 hours of CDL school.
• Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months or 12 or more months in the past 5 years.
• Have no more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
• Have no major preventable accidents in the past 5 years.
• Have no DUI/DWI in the past 5 to 10 years.
• Pass hair and urine drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Complete paid training while riding with an experienced trainer.
• Drive solo and transport dry van freight west of the Mississippi.
• Complete a mix of live and drop loads, with some unload assistance.
• Make stops as required by assigned loads.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• $300 orientation pay.
• Travel covered.
• Riders and pets allowed after training.
• $0.06 per mile bonus opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed