Entry Level CDL-A Dry Van Driver

Nis Express•Lemoore, CA

About The Position

This western fleet hires new drivers directly from CDL school and provides 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer. Training pay is $680 per week. After the trainer signs off, drivers receive their own truck and are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first three months solo. Drivers haul dry van freight across 11 western states. Runs are normally two days or less, with home time every two weeks. Drivers typically cover 1,700 to 2,100 miles per week, and many loads are drop and hook. Average weekly gross pay is $1,000 to $1,500. Compensation includes mileage pay that increases with each year of experience, a performance bonus of up to 6 cents per mile, and $15 stop pay. Medical, dental, and vision coverage are available after 30 days. The company also offers a 401(k) with company match and paid time off. Orientation pay is $300, and travel to orientation is covered. Riders and pets are allowed after training is complete.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

  • Haul dry van loads across 11 western states.
  • Drive runs that are normally two days or less.
  • Cover approximately 1,700 to 2,100 miles per week.
  • Handle drop-and-hook loads when applicable.

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
  • Travel to orientation covered
  • Riders and pets allowed after training is complete
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