New CDL Graduates

Nis Express•Red Bluff, CA

About The Position

This position is for new CDL graduates and experienced drivers. New drivers train on the road with an experienced driver trainer and are paid $680 per week during training. After 4 to 6 weeks, drivers move into a solo truck and receive a guaranteed $1,000 per week for the first 3 months solo. Drivers haul dry van freight across 11 western states, with most trips lasting 2 days or less, and are home every two weeks. Some winter driving in the mountains is required. Average weekly gross pay is $1,000 to $1,500, with mileage pay that increases with experience, a performance bonus of up to 6 cents per mile, and $15 stop pay. Orientation pays $300, and orientation travel is covered.

Requirements

  • Hold a Class A CDL.
  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • New drivers must have 120 or more hours at 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 last 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.

Responsibilities

  • Complete paid on-road training with an experienced driver trainer.
  • Drive solo after completing training, typically in 4 to 6 weeks.
  • Haul dry van freight across 11 western states.
  • Complete trips, most of which are 2 days or less.
  • Drive in mountain conditions during some winter routes.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off.
  • $300 orientation pay.
  • Orientation travel covered.
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