New CDL Graduates - CDL-A Dry Van Driver - Paid Mentor Training

NIS EXPRESS • Clearwater, FL

13h • $62,400 - $72,800

About The Position

This position is for a CDL-A dry van driver, including new CDL graduates. New drivers complete 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road training with an experienced mentor and earn $650 per week during training. After the mentor signs off, the driver receives their own truck and a guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first three months of solo driving.

Drivers haul dry van freight along the eastern seaboard, typically traveling around 2,500 miles per week and returning home every two weeks. Most loads are drop-and-hook. Average weekly gross pay is $1,200 to $1,400. Starting mileage pay is $0.55 per mile, increasing by $0.01 each year up to $0.65 per mile, with $15 stop pay and a performance bonus.

Requirements

• Class A CDL.
• At least 21 years old.
• New drivers must have 120 or more hours of training 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.
• No major preventable accidents in 5 years.
• Pass hair and urine drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Drive dry van loads along the eastern seaboard.
• Complete approximately 2,500 miles per week.
• Handle drop-and-hook loads when applicable.
• Participate in 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road mentor training if a new driver.
• Meet applicable safety and driving requirements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance after 30 days.
• Dental insurance after 30 days.
• Vision insurance after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• $300 orientation pay, with travel covered.
• Rider and pet allowed after training.

What This Job Offers

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