CDL-A Driver - Entry Level Welcome - Paid Training Program

NIS EXPRESS•Indio, CA

4d•$1,000 - $1,500

About The Position

This western-fleet CDL-A Driver role welcomes entry-level drivers and provides paid, on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer for 4 to 6 weeks. Drivers earn $850 per week during training and receive their own truck after sign-off. Solo drivers are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first 3 months. Routes cover all states west of the Mississippi. Runs are normally 3 days or less, with drivers home every two weeks and typically covering 1,800 to 2,200 miles per week. Some loads require unload assistance using a pallet jack or tailgate. Average weekly gross pay is $1,000 to $1,500, with mileage pay that increases with experience, a performance bonus of up to 6 cents per mile, and $15 stop pay. Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin after 30 days. The company also offers a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, $300 orientation pay, and covered travel to orientation. Riders and pets are allowed after training is complete.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL and minimum age of 21.
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 of OTR experience in the past 5 years.
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.