CDL-A Truck Driver

Nis Express•Texarkana, TX

13d

About The Position

Drive temperature-controlled freight on regular lanes from Texas to Tennessee, Illinois, and Georgia. Drivers average 1,800 to 2,000 miles per week on a sliding pay scale, with average weekly gross pay of $1,300 to $1,500, $25 pay for each extra stop, and performance bonuses. Solo drivers are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first three months. New CDL holders receive 4 to 6 weeks of paid over-the-road training with an experienced trainer at $850 per week, then move to full solo pay after training. Freight includes drop-and-hook, preloads, live loads, and live unloads. Home time is every two weeks, depending on where the driver lives. Riders and pets are allowed after training. The employer offers health, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and $300 orientation pay with travel covered.

Requirements

At least 21 years old with a valid Class A CDL.
Trainees must have at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school.
Experienced drivers must have 6 months of over-the-road experience in the last 12 months, or 12 or more months in the past 5 years.
No more than 2 moving violations in 2 years.
No major preventable accidents in 5 years.
No DUI/DWI in the past 5 to 10 years.
Must pass hair and urine drug testing.

Responsibilities

Drive temperature-controlled freight on lanes between Texas and Tennessee, Illinois, and Georgia.
Complete assigned routes and handle drop-and-hook, preloads, live loads, and live unloads.
New CDL holders complete 4 to 6 weeks of over-the-road training with an experienced trainer before driving solo.