CDL-A Western Regional Driver - Paid Training

CDL-A Western Regional Driver - Paid Training
Job Type: Driving

Stay West and Build CDL-A Experience

This Western regional dry van position keeps most runs west of the Mississippi and normally limits trips to about three days. Qualified newer CDL-A drivers can begin with paid road training.

PAY & MILES

• $1,200-$1,500 average weekly earnings after training
• Performance bonus opportunity up to $0.06 per mile for qualified drivers
• $15 stop pay for qualifying intermediate stops

HOME TIME

Home time is every two weeks. The operation is designed to keep drivers closer to the western home region, with an option to run farther when available.

PAID TRAINING

Training is approximately 3-5 weeks with 200-250 behind-the-wheel hours. California trainee pay is $850 per week. Orientation is no more than two days, with $300 paid upon hire.

DRY VAN OPERATION

• Western regional freight
• Day and night driving
• Some winter driving
• Freight may involve load/unload assistance, pallet jack or tailgate work

EQUIPMENT

• Mainly Freightliner tractors
• Automatic and 10-speed manual transmissions
• Average tractor age approximately 1.5 years
• Permanently assigned truck - no slip seating

BENEFITS AFTER 30 DAYS

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

REQUIREMENTS

• 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