Entry Level CDL-A Regional Driver - Paid Training - Dry Van

NIS EXPRESS•Sumter, SC

11h•$52,000 - $78,000

About The Position

This entry-level CDL-A regional dry van driving role provides paid on-the-road training for new drivers and regional freight runs in the eastern part of the country. Drivers train for 4 to 6 weeks with an experienced driver trainer and receive $650 per week during training. After the trainer signs off, the driver receives their own truck and is guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first 3 months of solo driving. The role involves approximately 1,800 to 2,300 miles per week, with drivers home every two weeks. Freight is mostly drop and hook, with some live loads. Average weekly gross pay is $1,000 to $1,500, with mileage pay that increases with experience, $15 stop pay, and a performance bonus plan. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available after 30 days. The company also offers a 401(k) with company match and paid time off. Orientation pay is $300, and travel to orientation is covered. Riders and pets are allowed after training is complete.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
Must be 21 or older.
New drivers must have at least 120 hours from an accredited CDL school.
Experienced drivers must have 6 months of OTR experience in the last 12 months, or 12 or more months in the past 5 years.
No more than 2 moving violations in 2 years.
No major preventable accidents in 5 years.
Pass hair and urine drug testing and a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

Complete 4 to 6 weeks of on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer.
Drive regional freight routes in the eastern part of the country.
Cover approximately 1,800 to 2,300 miles per week.
Handle mostly drop-and-hook freight and some live loads.