CDL-A Reefer Trainee

Nis Express•Forrest City, AR

About The Position

Forrest City is under an hour from Memphis, a major freight hub. This refrigerated-freight fleet hires new CDL holders, provides paid training, and operates set lanes through the South and Midwest. Training with an experienced driver trainer lasts 4 to 6 weeks on the road, with pay of $650 per week. After sign-off, drivers receive a solo truck and a guaranteed $1,000 per week for 3 months after their first solo dispatch. The role covers refrigerated freight on set lanes through Texas, Tennessee, Illinois, and Georgia, with about 1,800 to 2,000 miles per week. Drivers are home every two weeks, depending on location. Some loads involve live loading and unloading. Average weekly gross pay is $1,300 to $1,500, using a sliding pay scale, with $25 stop pay plus a performance bonus. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days, a 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. Orientation pay is $300, and orientation travel is covered. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Class A CDL.
At least 21 years old.
New drivers must have 120 or more hours at an accredited CDL school.
Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months, or 12 or more months in the last 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

Complete 4 to 6 weeks of on-road training with an experienced driver trainer.
Operate a refrigerated-freight truck on set lanes through Texas, Tennessee, Illinois, and Georgia.
Complete approximately 1,800 to 2,000 miles per week.
Handle some live loads and live unloads.