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Entry level CDL-A Driver Paid Training

Job in Kankakee, Kankakee County, Illinois, 60901, USA
Listing for: NIS EXPRESS
Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-05-29
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    CDL, Driver, Truck Driver, Delivery
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 655 USD Weekly USD 655.00 WEEK
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Are you a resident of Kankakee or the surrounding area and just received your CDL-A? Stop looking for "experience" and start earning it. We are hiring motivated new graduates specifically from the Kankakee area for our Midwest Regional Trainee Program. We offer a clear path from the classroom to a high-paying solo seat with the weekend home time you need.

The Paid Training Program
  • Guaranteed Weekly Pay: $655 per week while you train.
  • 1-on-1 Mentorship: 3 to 5 weeks of hands‑on mentorship with a veteran driver.
  • Midwest Lanes: Get comfortable running routes through IL, IN, MI, OH, and KY.
  • The Upgrade: Graduate directly into your own 2022 or newer Freightliner or Kenworth.
Solo Driving Rewards (Post-Training)
  • Starting Pay: $0.56 CPM.
  • Average Weekly Gross: $1,400 – $1,500.
  • Top Performers: Earn $1,800+ per week.
  • Performance Bonus: Up to an additional $0.08 CPM for safe, productive driving.
  • Home Time: Guaranteed home every Saturday and Sunday for your 34‑hour reset.
Equipment & Lifestyle
  • Modern Fleet: Drive 2022 or newer Freightliner Cascadia or Kenworth T680.
  • Flexibility: Day and night shifts available; weekends and holidays are NOT mandatory.
  • Stop Pay: $15 per stop (excluding first and last).
  • Support: 24/7 operations support—we're always just a phone call away.
Benefits & Perks
  • Full Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days.
  • Life on the Road: Rider and pet policies available once you go solo.
  • PTO: Paid vacation after one year.
Requirements
  • License: Valid CDL-A.
  • Education: Minimum 120 hours from an accredited trucking school.
  • Location: Must live within 100 miles of Gary, IN (
    Kankakee is perfectly positioned for this).
  • Safety: No serious traffic violations in the last 12 months; no DUI/DWI in the past 5 years.
  • Age: 21+ and must pass a DOT drug screen and physical.

Your CDL-A is your ticket to a new career. Apply today to start your paid training in Kankakee and be home this weekend!
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Position Requirements
Less than 1 Year work experience
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