CDL-A Trainee Opportunity with Paid Mentor Training - Dry Van

NIS EXPRESS•New Bern, NC

13h•$1,200 - $1,700

About The Position

This East Coast dry van fleet offers an entry-level opportunity for new CDL-A drivers, including people who have recently completed CDL school and former Marines. No driving experience is needed for trainees; military experience may count with a DD214. Trainees receive 4 to 6 weeks of paid training hauling real freight with a mentor, earning $850 per week. After training, drivers are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first three months solo. Starting mileage pay is $0.55 per mile, increasing by one cent each year; average weekly pay is $1,200 to $1,700, with $15 stop pay. Drivers operate in Eastern planning zones and rarely travel west of the Mississippi, covering 1,900 to 2,300 miles per week. They are home every two weeks. Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins after 30 days. The position also offers a 401(k), a stock purchase program, and a free online degree for the driver and one dependent. Pets and riders are allowed after training. Orientation pays $300, and lodging is covered.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Hold a valid Class A CDL.
Have completed at least 120 hours of CDL school.
Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the past 12 months or 12 months of OTR experience in the past 5 years.
Have no more than 2 moving violations in 2 years and no serious violations in 12 months.
Have no major preventable accidents in 5 years.
Have no DUI/DWI in the past 5 to 10 years.
Pass hair and urine drug tests.
Provide 3 years of verifiable work history.

Nice To Haves

Military experience may count with a DD214.

Responsibilities

Operate a dry van truck hauling real freight during training and after training.
Drive routes in Eastern planning zones, rarely west of the Mississippi.
Travel approximately 1,900 to 2,300 miles per week.
Complete 4 to 6 weeks of paid mentor training.