CDL A Truck Driver Paid Training Program

Heartland Express is an award‑winning industry leader for on‑time service. We hire the best drivers in the industry. Our drivers are some of the safest, most experienced drivers on the road today. We’re looking for drivers to join our fleet to help us service some of the top shippers in America. Join our team and know you’re amongst the best the industry has to offer!

• $40,000 - $65,000 annually
• $615.00 - $1,500.00 per week

• Training for newly licensed Class A CDL drivers.
• Class A commercial driver training program offers you a chance to earn while you learn, earning a strong mileage rate.

• Learn about the trucking industry.
• Learn about rules and regulations.
• Learn about the vehicle and how to operate it.
• Learn about advanced technology in today’s trucking environment.
• Begin vehicle inspection process.
• Master safe operation techniques.
• Training on the road:
  Drive 15,000 miles with a certified trainer guiding you every step along the way.
• Polish driving skills (backing, parking, safe operation, coupling).
• Complete immersion in the driver on the road.
• Deliver to customers and understanding service levels and requirements.

• Latest Kenworth, Freightliner, and International tractors.
• New trucks kept under warranty for better uptime.
• Shops across the country to service your truck.
• Trucks run 68 MPH.
• Scheduled wage increases annually.
• All dry‑van freight.
• 48‑state operating area.
• Drop and Hook.
• No‑touch freight.
• Paid orientation/training.
• Breakdown pay.
• Detention pay – $20 per hour.
• Newly remodeled coast‑to‑coast terminal facilities.
• Driver facilities: free showers, free laundry, TV, food, and more.
• Driver appreciation events throughout the year with food, prizes and giveaways.
• Assigned driver manager to help you and Heartland be a success.

• Full Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability.
• Hospital indemnity.
• Critical illness coverage.
• Care packages with prescription benefits (Single, Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Family).
• Flex spending accounts.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Driver bonuses – Additional $0.01 to $0.03 per mile safety bonus.

• Class A permit (received within last 90 days).
• 21 years of age.
• Good work history and MVR.
• Safety first attitude with desire to learn a new profession.
• DOT physical.

Apply today to join our team!