CDL-A Entry Level Driver | Paid Mentor Training

American Driver • Houma, LA

1d • $1,200 - $1,800 • Onsite

About The Position

This company hires new CDL holders and pays them to train. If you have just finished CDL school and are looking for a company that will hire you with no experience, this fleet is for you. They offer steady miles with a large service area and plenty of freight. The training program includes 4 to 6 weeks with a mentor, covering backing, trip planning, logs, and fueling. After training, drivers get their own assigned truck, typically about 1.5 years old, with options for automatic or 10-speed transmissions. For the first 3 months solo, pay is guaranteed not to drop below $1,000 a week. The service area covers everything east of Denver except the Northeast, with a mix of drop and hook, live loads, and preloads. Drivers are typically out for two weeks at a time, followed by a reset period at home.

Requirements

• Class A CDL from your state of residence.
• Must be 21 or older.
• New CDL grad with 120+ school hours, or 6 months of recent experience.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
• No DUI/DWI in the past 10 years.
• Must pass DOT physical and hair and urine drug screen.
• CDL school completion of 120 hours or more.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to see home every two weeks.
• Acceptance of up to 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
• Support from driver leader for road issues.
• Pet and rider programs available after training.

Responsibilities

• Train with a mentor for 4 to 6 weeks, covering backing, trip planning, logs, and fueling.
• Drive assigned truck, typically 1.5 years old, with automatic or 10-speed transmission.
• Operate within a service area east of Denver, excluding the Northeast.
• Handle a mix of drop and hook, live loads, and preloads.
• Maintain logs and fueling records.
• Plan trips effectively.
• Adhere to company policies and safety regulations.

Benefits

• Paid every week during training.
• Guaranteed $1,000 a week for the first 3 months solo.
• $1,200 to $1,800 a week once solo.
• $15 stop pay.
• Weekly direct deposit.
• Hotel paid during orientation.
• One-way bus ticket reimbursed for orientation.
• $300 for orientation once hired.
• Assigned truck, about 1.5 years old on average.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits after 30 days.
• 401(k) and employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid time off and yearly raises.
• Free online degree for employee and one family member.
• Pet and rider programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED