Entry Level CDL-A Driver

Nis Express • Los Banos, CA

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About The Position

This entry-level CDL-A driving role provides 4 to 6 weeks of on-road training with an experienced driver trainer, with training pay of $850 per week. After the trainer signs off, drivers receive their own truck and full pay, plus a guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first 3 months of solo driving. Drivers haul dry van freight across 11 western states, with most runs lasting no more than 2 days. The schedule includes being home every two weeks and driving 1,700 to 2,100 miles per week, with day or night dispatch. Drivers may run beyond the western states if they want more miles. Average weekly gross pay is $1,000 to $1,500, with mileage pay that increases with experience, up to $0.06 per mile in performance bonuses, and $15 stop pay. Medical, dental, and vision coverage is available after 30 days, along with a company-matched 401(k) and paid time off. Orientation includes $300 pay and covered travel. Riders and pets are allowed after training is completed.

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 at least 12 months in the past 5 years.
• Have no more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
• Have no major preventable accidents in the past 5 years.
• Pass hair and urine drug testing and a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Complete 4 to 6 weeks of on-road training with an experienced driver trainer.
• Operate a truck hauling dry van freight across the western states.
• Drive approximately 1,700 to 2,100 miles per week, with day or night dispatch.
• Follow assigned routes, with most runs lasting no more than 2 days.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage 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.
• Guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first 3 months of solo driving.
• Up to $0.06 per mile in performance bonuses.
• $15 stop pay.

What This Job Offers

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