CDL-A Truck Driver Paid Training for Entry Level - Dry Van

American Driver•Jacksonville, NC

12h•$1,200 - $1,700

About The Position

This entry-level regional dry van truck driver role is designed for new CDL-A drivers, including veterans transitioning from Camp Lejeune. Drivers haul freight across the eastern states and do not travel west of the Mississippi. Freight work includes drop-and-hook, preloads, and some live loads. Drivers are home every two weeks and receive an assigned truck. New drivers complete 4 to 6 weeks of paid mentor training at $850 per week, followed by solo driving. During the first three months of solo work, weekly pay is guaranteed to be at least $1,000. Drivers average $1,200 to $1,700 per week, with starting pay of $0.55 per mile and rates up to $0.65 per mile with experience, plus $15 for each extra stop and a monthly performance bonus. The weekly mileage range is 1,900 to 2,300 miles. The hiring process starts with a recruiter reviewing the applicant’s license and driving record. Orientation takes place in Richmond and lasts no more than two days. After hiring, orientation pays $300; hotel costs are covered and the bus ticket is reimbursed. Mentor training follows orientation, after which the driver receives their own truck. After 30 days, benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, a 401(k), an employee stock plan, paid time off, and access to a tuition-free online degree for the driver and one family member.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
At least 21 years old.
Either a new driver with a certificate from a CDL school offering at least 120 hours of training, or at least 6 months of recent driving experience.
No more than 2 moving violations in the past 2 years.
No DUI or DWI in the past 10 years.
Pass a DOT physical and hair and urine drug tests.

Nice To Haves

Military experience may be considered with a DD214.
Veterans may ask their recruiter about the veterans apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

Drive regional dry van freight across the eastern states, without traveling west of the Mississippi.
Handle drop-and-hook freight, preloads, and some live loads.
Complete mentor training before moving to an assigned truck and solo driving.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription coverage
401(k)
Employee stock plan
Paid time off
Tuition-free online degree for the driver and one family member
Guaranteed pay of at least $1,000 per week during the first 3 months of solo work
Paid mentor training at $850 per week for 4 to 6 weeks
$300 paid orientation after hiring
Hotel covered and bus ticket reimbursed for orientation