CDL-A Truck Driver - Entry Level Welcome - Eastern Regional Dry Van

NIS EXPRESS • Clanton, AL

7d • $62,400 - $93,600

About The Position

Drive an eastern regional dry van fleet serving the Eastern Seaboard, with loads running up and down the East Coast and not too far west. New CDL holders receive 4 to 6 weeks of paid training at $650 per week. During the first three months driving solo, the weekly guarantee is $1,000. Starting mileage pay is $0.55 per mile and can rise to $0.65 with experience. Drivers average $1,200 to $1,800 in weekly gross pay and cover 2,000 to 2,500 miles per week. Freight includes drop-and-hook, preloads, and live loads. Drivers receive $15 stop pay and a performance bonus. Home time is every two weeks. Riders and pets are permitted after training.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old and hold a valid Class A CDL.
• Complete at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school; no driving experience is needed for new CDL holders.
• Experienced drivers must have 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, no major preventable accidents in 5 years, and no DUI/DWI in the past 5 to 10 years.
• Pass hair and urine drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Drive dry van freight along the Eastern Seaboard.
• Handle drop-and-hook, preloaded, and live loads.
• Travel 2,000 to 2,500 miles per week.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• $300 orientation pay and covered travel to orientation.
• Riders and pets allowed after training.

What This Job Offers

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