Class A CDL Trainee - Paid Mentorship

NIS EXPRESSNew Braunfels, TX
$72,800 - $93,600Onsite

About The Position

Now hiring entry-level CDL-A drivers for dry van freight in Texas, mainly east of I-35. Have your Class A CDL and 120+ hours of truck driving school under your belt? We'll pair you with a personal trainer for 4 to 6 weeks of hands-on evaluation on real routes. You earn $650 a week the entire time, and you don't go solo until your trainer signs off. Training covers: Safe operation of a Class A tractor-trailer on live routes ELD systems and hours-of-service rules Pre-trip and post-trip inspections done right Dispatch communication and company procedures The job: Haul dry van freight, mainly east of I-35 Bi-weekly home time Full DOT compliance, strong on-time delivery numbers Accurate ELD logs, DVIRs and trip paperwork Thorough pre/post-trip inspections Clear communication with dispatch and customers

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • 120+ hours of CDL school
  • 21 years or older
  • Clean driving record
  • Able to pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen

Responsibilities

  • Haul dry van freight, mainly east of I-35
  • Ensure full DOT compliance and strong on-time delivery numbers
  • Maintain accurate ELD logs, DVIRs and trip paperwork
  • Perform thorough pre/post-trip inspections
  • Communicate clearly with dispatch and customers
  • Operate a Class A tractor-trailer safely on live routes
  • Utilize ELD systems and adhere to hours-of-service rules
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections correctly
  • Follow dispatch communication protocols and company procedures

Benefits

  • $650 a week during training
  • $1,000 a week guaranteed for your first 3 months
  • $1,400 to $1,800 average weekly pay once established
  • Medical, dental and vision after 30 days
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) with company match once eligible
  • PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid orientation
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