Entry Level CDL-A Reefer Driver - Paid Training - No Unloading

NIS EXPRESS•Gastonia, NC

6d•$67,600 - $78,000

About The Position

Entry-level CDL-A reefer driving position with paid, on-the-road training alongside an experienced mentor. Training lasts 4 to 6 weeks at $650 per week. After mentor sign-off, drivers receive a solo truck and are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first 3 months solo. Drivers haul temperature-controlled freight without unloading, typically covering 1,900 to 2,500 or more miles per week and returning home every two weeks. Most loads are drop and hook. Average weekly gross earnings are $1,300 to $1,500, with mileage pay that increases with experience and a performance bonus plan. Orientation pays $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 completed at least 120 hours at 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.
No more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
No major preventable accidents in the past 5 years.
Must pass hair and urine drug testing and a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

Drive a CDL-A truck hauling refrigerated, temperature-controlled freight.
Complete paid on-the-road training with an experienced mentor and transition to solo driving after mentor sign-off.
Run approximately 1,900 to 2,500 or more miles per week while solo.
Handle mostly drop-and-hook loads; unloading is not required.
Follow applicable DOT requirements and pass the required drug testing and physical.