Regional CDL A Truck Driver Paid Training Program

American Driver

  • Zion, Illinois
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    We're looking for CDL-A drivers based in the Zion, IL area ready to launch their regional career with our Midwest fleet. Upon successful completion, transition to solo driving with a pay scale starting at $0.56 CPM.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationZion, Illinois

    Description

    We're looking for CDL-A drivers based in the Zion, IL area ready to launch their regional career with our Midwest fleet. New CDL A graduates are welcome — if you have your CDL-A and a clean record, we want to hear from you.

    Home Time:

    • Home every weekend — Saturday and Sunday, every week

    Pay:

    • $0.56 CPM starting pay
    • Average weekly gross pay $1,400 to $1,500
    • Top 25% of our drivers earn $1,800+ per week
    • Performance bonus: up to $0.08 CPM

    Miles:

    • Average 1,900 to 2,400 miles per week

    Freight:

    • Live load, live unload, preload, and drop and hook
    • Stop pay: $15 per stop, except first and last

    Lanes:

    • Regional Midwest — Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, and Illinois

    Training Program:

    • 3 to 5 weeks of paid training at $655 per week guaranteed
    • One on one mentorship with an experienced driver
    • OTR and regional routes during training
    • Upon successful completion, transition to solo driving with a pay scale starting at $0.56 CPM

    Shift:

    • Day and night shifts available
    • Weekend work voluntary
    • Holidays not mandatory

    Equipment:

    • 2022 or newer Freightliner Cascadia or Kenworth T680

    Benefits:

    • Medical, dental, and vision after 30 days
    • Paid vacation after one year
    • Rider and pet policy available after training
    • 24/7 operations support

    Requirements:

    • Valid CDL-A license
    • Minimum 21 years of age
    • Must live within 100 miles of Gary, IN
    • New graduates welcome — minimum 120 hours from an accredited trucking school
    • No serious traffic violations in the last 12 months
    • No DUI/DWI in the past 5 years
    • Must pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen

    Apply today and start your regional career with a team that supports you every mile of the way.

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