CDL A Truck Driver – Training Program Available

American Driver • Meridian, MS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

American Driver has an opening for a CDL A driver based in Meridian, MS. This is a full-time W2 OTR position with a paid training program for drivers who are newer to the industry and want a solid foundation before going solo. Meridian sits right on the I-20/I-59 corridor — good starting point for Eastern routes with consistent freight. The Training Program: Paid 4–6 weeks riding with an experienced mentor. Covers inspections, ELD compliance, HOS rules, and real freight operations. You get paid every week during training. After training, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM. Day to Day: Dry van, no-touch loads. Roughly 60% drop and hook. Consistent 2,200–2,500 miles weekly. Mix of day and night runs based on dispatch. Pay Breakdown: $0.56–$0.65 CPM based on experience. Weekly earnings typically land between $1,200–$1,500. Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns. Six-month pay review. $300 paid orientation. Weekly direct deposit. Home Time: Every two weeks on a set, planned schedule. Equipment: Assigned Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025). All trucks equipped with APUs.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• No serious violations in the past 3 years.
• No DUI within 5 years.
• Urine and hair follicle drug screening required.
• Completed at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school.

Nice To Haves

• Newer to the industry and want a solid foundation before going solo.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class A CDL vehicle.
• Complete inspections, ELD compliance, and HOS rules.
• Handle dry van, no-touch loads.
• Perform drop and hook operations.
• Drive consistent weekly mileage.
• Accept a mix of day and night runs based on dispatch.
• Adhere to pet and rider policy.

Benefits

• Paid training program.
• Paid every week during training.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• $300 paid orientation.
• Weekly direct deposit.
• Pet and rider policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED