Entry Level CDL-A Regional Driver

Nis Express•Sumter, SC

About The Position

This regional driving role is for new and experienced CDL-A drivers. New drivers complete 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer and receive $650 per week during training. After the trainer signs off, drivers receive their own truck and are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first three months solo. The regional fleet runs in the eastern part of the country, covering approximately 1,800 to 2,300 miles per week. Drivers are home every two weeks. Freight is mostly drop-and-hook, with some live loads. Average weekly gross pay is $1,000 to $1,500, with mileage pay that increases with experience, $15 stop pay, and a performance bonus plan. Riders and pets are allowed after training is complete.

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL.
  • Must be 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.
  • Pass a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

  • Complete 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer if a new driver.
  • Operate a truck on regional freight routes in the eastern part of the country.
  • Drive approximately 1,800 to 2,300 miles per week.
  • Handle mostly drop-and-hook freight and some live loads.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
  • 401k with company match.
  • Paid time off.
  • $300 orientation pay.
  • Travel to orientation covered.
  • Rider and pet allowed once training is done.
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