Entry Level CDL-A Driver - Paid Training - Northeast Regional

NIS EXPRESS • Binghamton, NY

12h • $67,600 - $104,000

About The Position

This entry-level CDL-A driving position operates on a Northeast regional fleet, running northbound from Virginia into the Northeast and New England. New CDL holders receive paid, on-the-road training with a driver trainer at $850 per week, followed by a guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first three months driving solo. Drivers average approximately 1,900 miles per week; reaching that mileage allows for weekends off. Home time is flexible. Most loads are drop and hook, though some are live loads, and drivers should expect some city driving. Average weekly gross earnings are $1,300 to $2,000. Starting pay is $0.55 per mile, increasing by $0.01 per year of tenure up to $0.65 per mile.

Requirements

• Class A CDL.
• At least 21 years old.
• New drivers must have completed 120 or more hours at an accredited CDL school.
• Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months, or 12 or more months in the last 5 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
• No major preventable accidents in the past 5 years.
• Pass hair and urine drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Drive a regional route northbound from Virginia into the Northeast and New England.
• Complete approximately 1,900 miles per week to qualify for weekends off.
• Handle drop-and-hook loads and some live loads.
• Drive in city areas as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance after 30 days.
• Dental insurance after 30 days.
• Vision insurance after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid on-the-road training at $850 per week.
• Guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first 3 months of solo driving.
• $300 orientation pay.
• Orientation travel covered.
• Flexible home time, with weekends off when driving about 1,900 miles per week.

What This Job Offers

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