Entry Level CDL-A Truck Driver

Nis Express • Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

Entry-level CDL-A truck driving position for drivers who have recently completed CDL school in Middle Tennessee. Drivers transport temperature-controlled freight and are not required to unload trailers. New drivers complete 4 to 6 weeks of training with an experienced mentor, earning $650 per week during training, then transition to full solo pay. Solo drivers average $1,300 to $1,500 in weekly gross pay, with a $1,000 weekly guarantee for the first three months solo, 1,900 to 2,500 miles per week, and a monthly performance bonus. Drivers are home every two weeks. Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins after 30 days. The role also offers a company-matched 401(k), paid time off, $300 paid orientation with travel covered, and the option to bring riders and pets after training. Applicants apply through Indeed, and a recruiter calls the same business day.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Hold a valid Class A CDL.
• For newly licensed drivers, have completed at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school; no prior experience is needed.
• Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months, or 12 or more months of OTR experience 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

• Transport temperature-controlled freight.
• Drive 1,900 to 2,500 miles per week when solo.
• Complete 4 to 6 weeks of training with an experienced mentor.
• Return home every two weeks.
• No trailer unloading is required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• $300 paid orientation.
• Travel covered for orientation.
• Riders and pets allowed after training.
• $650 per week training pay.
• $1,000 per week guaranteed for the first 3 months solo.
• Monthly performance bonus.

What This Job Offers

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