CDL A Truck Driver Entry Level - Paid Training

Job Type: Driving

This Western reefer lane is specifically open to trainees and rehires. After paid road training, drivers move into no-touch refrigerated freight averaging $1,000-$1,100 per week.

Freight runs through seven Western states, primarily California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada and Arizona, with occasional Utah freight. Drivers typically stay out 12-14 days and take two days off.

• Live loading and unloading appointments
• Day/night driving and weekend work

Qualified trainees complete approximately 3-5 weeks and 200-250 behind-the-wheel hours. California trainee pay is $850 weekly. Orientation lasts no more than two days and pays $300 upon hire.

• $1,200-$1,500 average weekly earnings after training
• Reefer pay runs $0.02 per mile above comparable dry freight
• $25 short-haul pay on loads from 25-99 miles plus applicable sliding scale
• $25 stop pay for the first qualifying stop and $35 for additional stops
• Monthly performance bonus opportunity up to $0.06 per mile when requirements are met

During time off, the truck must be parked at the designated terminal and cannot be taken home.

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Life and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 120 hours from an accredited truck driving school
• CDL-A trainees with less than 6 months of recent driving experience are welcome
• Solid employment history without major unemployment gaps
• Acceptable MVR and driving record required
• Must pass a DOT-compliant pre-employment drug test
• Must meet all applicable driver qualification and hiring requirements
• Must be available for day/night driving and weekend work when required