CDL-A Truck Driver

Nis Express•Canton, MS

About The Position

This fleet hires both new and experienced CDL-A drivers. New drivers receive paid orientation and 4 to 6 weeks of training with a trainer at $650 per week, then move directly to full solo pay upon completion. Pay is weekly, including from the first day of training. Once solo, drivers average $1,200 to $1,800 in weekly gross pay, with a guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first 3 months. Drivers typically cover 1,800 to 2,900 miles most weeks and may receive $15 stop pay and a performance bonus. Routes run east of Denver and avoid the Northeast, with drivers home every two weeks. Freight work includes drop-and-hook, preloads, and live loads. Riders and pets are permitted after training.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old and hold a valid Class A CDL.
For new drivers, complete at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school; prior driving experience is not required.
Experienced drivers must have either 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months or 12 or more months in the past 5 years.
Have no more than 2 moving violations in 2 years.
Have no major preventable accidents in 5 years.
Have no DUI/DWI in the past 5 to 10 years.
Pass hair and urine drug testing.

Responsibilities

Drive assigned routes east of Denver and stay out of the Northeast.
Complete freight work using drop-and-hook, preloads, and live loads.
Attend paid orientation and, for new drivers, complete 4 to 6 weeks of training with a trainer.
Return home every two weeks.