Entry Level CDL-A Driver - Paid Training - Western Dry Van

NIS EXPRESS•Los Banos, CA
•$1,000 - $1,500

About The Position

This entry-level CDL-A driving role offers paid, on-the-road training for new drivers and a western dry van fleet assignment afterward. New drivers train with an experienced driver trainer for 4 to 6 weeks and receive $850 per week during training. Once the trainer signs off, drivers receive their own truck and full pay. Solo drivers are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first three months. Drivers haul dry van freight across 11 western states. Most runs are no more than two days out, and drivers are home every two weeks. Typical weekly mileage is 1,700 to 2,100 miles, with day or night dispatch; drivers may also choose to run beyond the western states. Average weekly gross pay is $1,000 to $1,500, with mileage pay that increases with experience, performance bonuses of up to 6 cents per mile, and $15 stop pay. Medical, dental, and vision coverage are available after 30 days, along with a 401(k) with company match and paid time off. Orientation pay is $300, and travel to orientation is covered. Riders and pets are allowed after training is complete.

Requirements

  • Hold a valid Class A CDL.
  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • New drivers must have at least 120 hours from an accredited CDL school.
  • Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months or at least 12 months in the past 5 years.
  • Have no more than 2 moving violations in 2 years.
  • Have no major preventable accidents in 5 years.
  • Pass hair and urine drug testing and a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

  • Complete 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer if applying as a new driver.
  • Drive a truck hauling dry van freight across the 11 western states.
  • Drive approximately 1,700 to 2,100 miles per week, with day or night dispatch.
  • Optionally run beyond the western states.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance after 30 days
  • Dental insurance after 30 days
  • Vision insurance after 30 days
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • $300 orientation pay
  • Travel to orientation covered
  • Rider and pet allowed once training is done
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