Entry Level CDL-A Driver - Paid Training - East Coast Dry Van

NIS EXPRESS•Anderson, SC

11h•$62,400 - $78,000

About The Position

This entry-level CDL-A driving role provides 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer. Drivers earn $850 per week during training and receive their own truck after the trainer signs off. New solo drivers are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first three months. The role hauls dry van freight along the East Coast, with loads staying on the eastern seaboard rather than traveling cross-country. Drivers are home every two weeks and run approximately 2,500 miles per week, mostly drop and hook. Average weekly gross pay is $1,200 to $1,500. Starting mileage pay is $0.55 per mile, increasing by $0.01 for each year of experience up to $0.65 per mile, plus $15 stop pay and a performance bonus plan. Orientation pay is $300, and travel to orientation is covered. Riders and pets are allowed after training is complete. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Hold a valid Class A CDL and 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 12 or more months in the past 5 years.
Have no more than 2 moving violations in 2 years and 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.
Haul dry van freight along the East Coast.
Drive approximately 2,500 miles per week, with most loads handled as drop and hook.
Operate independently after the trainer signs off and a truck is assigned.