CDL-A Regional Driver - Paid Training - Stays Close to Home in Texas

NIS EXPRESS•Weatherford, TX

7d•$57,200 - $72,800

About The Position

This central regional driving position operates in Texas and neighboring states, with routes often passing near home. Drivers are home every two weeks. Freight includes varied customers and a mix of drop-and-hook, preload, and live-load work. Riders and pets are allowed after training. New drivers receive 4 to 6 weeks of paid training with a trainer at $650 per week. During the first three months of solo driving, the position guarantees $1,000 per week. Average weekly gross pay is $1,100 to $1,400, with 1,700 to 2,000 miles per week; mileage pay increases with experience. Drivers also receive $15 per stop plus a performance bonus. Orientation pay is $300, and travel to orientation is covered.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old and hold a valid Class A CDL.
Have at least 120 hours of training from an accredited CDL school; no prior experience is needed for new drivers.
Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months, or 12 or more months of experience in the past 5 years.
Have no more than 2 moving violations in 2 years, no major preventable accidents in 5 years, and no DUI/DWI in 5 to 10 years.
Pass hair and urine drug testing.

Responsibilities

Drive regional freight routes through TX, OK, LA, MS, AR, TN, AL, KS, MO, IA, and IL.
Handle drop-and-hook, preload, and live-load freight.
Complete assigned routes while returning home every two weeks.