CDL-A Trainee Truck Driver – Real Mentorship, Late-Model Equipment – St Paul, MN

American Driver • St. Paul, MN

54d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Starting your career in trucking should come with confidence, not uncertainty. We are actively hiring entry-level CDL-A drivers who want proper hands-on training, brand-new equipment, and reliable earnings from day one. We focus on doing things right, giving you the time, support, and tools you need to become a skilled, independent professional.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• 21+ years old
• Certificate from an accredited CDL school, 120+ hours
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and PSP
• Must pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screening

Nice To Haves

• Experience with tight-space backing
• Experience with mountain driving
• Experience with winter driving

Responsibilities

• Hands-on training tailored to your pace
• Driving late-model fleet trucks
• Trip planning
• ELD logging
• Operating with modern safety tech

Benefits

• Flexible home time (weekly or bi-weekly)
• Guaranteed weekly pay during paid coaching phase
• Guaranteed solo pay: $1,000 weekly minimum for first 90 days solo
• Solo earning potential: $1,400 to $1,800 expected weekly gross
• First-year potential: $70,000 to $85,000+
• Consistent, year-round freight
• Weekly direct deposit
• 3 to 5 week mentorship program
• 100% assigned trucks (no slip-seating)
• Late-model fleet (2024 and newer Freightliners, Volvos, and Kenworths)
• Modern safety tech, APUs, inverters, and refrigerators
• Real 1-on-1 mentorship
• 24/7 operations support
• Direct access to safety, shop tech, and dispatch
• $300 orientation pay bonus
• Rider policy
• Pet policy
• Health coverage (medical, dental, and vision options)
• 401(k) plan options
• Paid time off
• Scheduled vacation time
• Safety performance bonuses
• Clean DOT inspection bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED