CDL-A Truck Driver
About The Position
Drive refrigerated freight throughout the Southeast and Midwest for a reefer fleet. New CDL drivers receive 4 to 6 weeks of paid mentor training, followed by steady solo runs. The position offers home time every two weeks. Loads involve live loading and live unloading. Late-model Freightliners are used, and pets and riders are allowed after training. Pay includes $650 per week during mentor training, $300 for orientation lasting two days or less, and a guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first three months of solo driving. Drivers average about 2,100 miles per week and $1,200–$1,500 per week, with a monthly bonus available for meeting targets.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Valid Class A CDL.
- At least 120 hours of CDL school.
- Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months or 12 months in the last 5 years; DD214 is considered.
- No more than 2 moving violations in 2 years and no serious violations in 12 months.
- No major preventable accidents in 5 years.
- No DUI/DWI in the past 5 to 10 years.
- Pass hair and urine drug tests.
- Provide 3 years of verifiable work history.
Responsibilities
- Complete paid mentor training and then drive solo.
- Transport refrigerated freight across the Southeast and Midwest.
- Handle live loading and live unloading.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
- 401(k) and stock purchase program.
- Free online degree for the driver and one dependent.
- Monthly bonus for hitting targets.
- Pets and riders allowed after training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
