CDL-A Driver - New CDL Holders - Paid Training
About The Position
This position is for new CDL-A holders in the New Orleans area. Drivers complete 3 to 5 weeks (200 to 250 hours) of paid mentor training before driving solo. Once solo, drivers typically cover 1,800 to 2,900 miles per week and are home every two weeks. Routes cover the South and Midwest, east of Denver, and exclude the Northeast and New England. Freight is dry van, mostly drop-and-hook and preloads, with some live loads and unloads. After training, drivers earn $1,200 to $1,800 per week. The first three months of solo driving include a $1,000 weekly guarantee, with performance bonuses, $15 stop pay, and $75 plus mileage on short loads. Holiday work is voluntary.
Requirements
- Complete at least 120 hours of CDL-A training at a truck driving school.
- Hold a Class A CDL from your state of residence.
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Have no more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
- Have no DUI/DWI in the past 10 years.
- Pass a DOT physical and drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Drive dry-van routes across the South and Midwest, east of Denver.
- Complete approximately 1,800 to 2,900 miles per week when driving solo.
- Transport freight using mostly drop-and-hook and preloaded operations, with some live loads and unloads.
- Complete 3 to 5 weeks (200 to 250 hours) of paid training with a mentor before driving solo.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with a stock purchase plan.
- Paid time off.
- Paid mentor training.
- A $1,000 weekly guarantee during the first 3 months of solo driving.
- Performance bonus, $15 stop pay, and $75 plus mileage on short loads.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
