Entry Level CDL A Truck Driver - Paid Training

NIS EXPRESS • Eureka, CA

8d • $52,000 - $67,600 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level CDL A Truck Driver position for individuals who have their CDL-A but lack driving experience. The role is part of a western regional fleet with short runs, typically keeping drivers within 2 days of home. The company provides on-the-road training for new CDL holders. After training, drivers move into their own trucks and receive guaranteed pay for the initial solo driving period. The job involves dry van freight across the 11 western states, with an average of 1,700 to 2,100 miles per week. Drivers are home every two weeks, with an option to expand their routes beyond the western states for more miles. Average weekly earnings range from $1,000 to $1,300, with a standard mileage pay scale that increases with experience, an additional performance bonus of up to 6 cents per mile, and stop pay.

Requirements

• Class A CDL.
• Must be 21 or older.
• No more than 2 moving violations in 2 years.
• Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screen.
• CDL-A in hand, no experience: 120+ hours from an accredited CDL school.
• Experienced drivers: 6 months OTR in the last 12 months, or 12 months in the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Ride with an experienced driver trainer on real loads.
• Move into your own truck on full pay once trainer signs off.
• Drive dry van freight across the 11 western states.
• Operate truck for 1,700 to 2,100 miles per week.
• Maintain being home every 2 weeks.
• Option to run past the western states if more miles are desired.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision after 30 days.
• 401k with company match.
• Paid time off.
• $300 orientation pay.
• Travel to orientation covered.

What This Job Offers

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