CDL-A Trainee Driver - Paid Training

American Driver • Chula Vista, CA

4h • $52,000 - $78,000

About The Position

American Driver is hiring CDL-A trainee drivers in the South Bay area, including Chula Vista, National City, Imperial Beach, and Otay Mesa. New CDL school graduates and experienced drivers are welcome. Drivers receive paid orientation and mentor training before operating their own truck. Training lasts 3 to 5 weeks, or approximately 200 to 250 hours on the road, with pay of $850 per week. After training, drivers operate dry van freight across western states, with loads staying west of the Mississippi. Drivers are home every two weeks. During the first three months of solo driving, they are guaranteed at least $1,000 per week. Mileage pay starts at $0.50 per mile and is based on verifiable experience; average weekly pay after training is $1,000–$1,500. A dog may ride along after training when the driver is operating solo.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Hold a Class A CDL.
• Have completed a CDL-A truck driving school of at least 120 hours.
• Live within 50 miles of San Diego.
• Have an acceptable driving record.
• Pass a DOT physical and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Verifiable driving experience, which determines mileage pay.
• Team drivers are accepted.

Responsibilities

• Complete paid orientation and mentor training.
• Operate a truck hauling dry van freight across western states.
• Handle live loads, live unloads, preloaded trailers, and drop-and-hook freight.
• Assist with loading or unloading at stops when requested.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid orientation
• Paid mentor training
• Monthly driver performance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed