Truck Driver CDL A – OTR Training

About the job Truck Driver CDL A – Paid OTR Training

American Driver is recruiting CDL A drivers in Sumter, SC. Sumter sits in the heart of South Carolina with easy access to I-95 and I-20 — well positioned for Eastern OTR lanes running year-round.

This is a full-time W2 position with a fully paid training program and a dedicated mentor to get you road-ready.

How the Training Works:

• Fully paid 4–6 week program alongside an experienced mentor
• Live freight from week one — real routes, real deadlines
• Covers ELD compliance, HOS rules, pre/post trip inspections, and daily operations
• Weekly paycheck from day one of training
• After completion, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM

A Typical Week on the Road:

• Roughly 60% drop and hook
• Eastern OTR lanes with reliable, year-round freight
• Mix of day and night dispatch based on load availability

What You'll Earn:

• $0.56–$0.65 CPM depending on experience
• Most drivers take home $1,200–$1,500 weekly
• Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
• Automatic pay review at six months
• $300 orientation pay
• Direct deposit every week

Home Time:

• Planned home time every two weeks — consistent and predictable

Equipment:

• Late‑model Freightliner or Kenworth (2022–2025)
• All trucks equipped with APUs
• Day‑one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision — coverage begins at 30 days
• Company‑matched 401(k) retirement savings
• Paid holidays and accrued time off
• Pet‑friendly policy and rider program available from the start

Requirements:

• Valid Class A CDL, age 21+
• Graduates of an accredited CDL program with at least 120 hours of instruction are eligible for our paid training program
• No major violations in last 3 years
• No DUI in last 5 years
• Must pass urine and hair follicle drug test