CDL-A Recent Graduate Driver – Paid Training – No Experience Required
About The Position
This entry-level over-the-road truck driving position is designed for recent CDL-A graduates who have less than three months of professional CDL-A driving experience. No previous professional driving experience is required. Drivers receive paid onboarding and hands-on training with an experienced mentor, then may transition to a solo driving position. Orientation takes place in Tontitown, Arkansas and includes a seven-day onboarding program and at least 10 days of mentor training. Orientation pay is $200 if hired, with a $100 food stipend and lodging provided. Travel assistance may be available based on distance, and flight or bus transportation may be offered when needed. Training pay is $0.35 per mile. Mileage rates increase based on tenure, with stated ranges of $0.45–$0.55 after three months, $0.50–$0.60 after one year, and $0.55–$0.65 after three years. Performance incentives may add up to $0.10 per mile. Average solo weekly earnings are listed as $1,000–$1,200, with average weekly miles of 2,500 or more; earnings vary and are not guaranteed during training. Drivers are typically out for one to two weeks at a time, generally work Monday through Saturday, and take a 34-hour reset every Sunday. The role involves no-touch dry van freight, including automotive and general commodities, with approximately 70% drop-and-hook. Equipment includes automatic sleeper trucks from Peterbilt, Freightliner, and International. The trucks are governed at 65 mph on the pedal and 67 mph on cruise.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Hold a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
- Have obtained a CDL-A within the last 12 months.
- Have less than three months of professional CDL-A driving experience.
- Have no more than four traffic violations in the past three years.
- Have no DUI in the past five years.
- Successfully complete the required drug screening.
Responsibilities
- Complete the paid onboarding program and hands-on mentor training.
- Drive over-the-road as a CDL-A truck driver and, after training, transition to solo driving when qualified.
- Transport dry van freight, including automotive freight and general commodities.
- Follow the typical Monday-through-Saturday schedule and take a 34-hour reset every Sunday.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days.
- 401(k) with a 3% company match after 12 months.
- Paid time off accrual beginning Day 1.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $7,000.
- Driver referral bonus of $1,500.
- Rider program available from Day 1 for $17.50 monthly.
- Paid orientation and training.
- Food stipend and lodging during orientation.
- Travel assistance may be available based on distance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
