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

NIS EXPRESS•Salt Lake City, UT
•$1,300 - $1,400•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level CDL-A regional driving position is based out of West Valley City, Utah, and hauls dry van freight within Utah and 11 western states. New drivers receive 4 to 6 weeks of paid on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer, earning $800 per week. After sign-off, drivers receive their own truck and are guaranteed $1,000 per week for their first three months solo. Drivers average about 1,900 miles per week, are home every two weeks, and run freight lanes close to their home terminal. Average weekly gross pay is $1,300 to $1,400, with starting pay of $0.50 per mile and banded pay on shorter loads; standard linehaul rates apply after six months. A performance bonus plan is available. Benefits begin after 30 days and include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. The employer also provides $300 orientation pay and covers travel to orientation. Riders and pets are allowed after training is completed.

Requirements

  • Hold a valid Class A CDL and be at least 21 years old.
  • New drivers must have at least 120 hours of training from an accredited CDL school.
  • 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 and no major preventable accidents in 5 years.
  • Pass hair and urine drug testing and a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

  • Drive regional dry van freight throughout Utah and the 11 western states.
  • Complete paid on-the-road training with an experienced driver trainer.
  • Operate independently after training sign-off and assignment of a truck.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • $300 orientation pay
  • Travel to orientation covered
  • Rider and pet allowed after training
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