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NIS EXPRESS
CDL-A Trainee
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A Student Truck Driver positions for drivers either starting or currently pursuing a truck driving license.
$39,518 / year median in Louisiana
+4% projected growth
Job Description
CDL-A Trainee
NIS EXPRESS
Carencro, LA Job Details Full-time $1,400 - $1,800 a week 5 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Paid orientation QualificationsCDL A DOT
(Department of Transportation) regulations DOT Physical Certification Full Job Description What Does a Real First Trucking Job Look Like? Weekly pay while you train, a truck that's actually yours once you go solo, and freight you never have to touch. That's the short version. We're hiring CDL-A drivers in the Carencro, LA area for OTR positions with a personally assigned truck and 100% no-touch dry van freight. New CDL-A holders and experienced drivers are both welcome to apply. PAY $1,400 to $1,600 average weekly gross once solo Top 25% of drivers average up to $1,800 per week gross Pay scales with CPM, miles driven, and performance Weekly direct depositSCHEDULE 14
days out 2 full days homeGETTING STARTED
New CDL-A holders: guaranteed weekly pay during a 3 to 5 week mentorship program (about 200 to 250 hours hands-on) $300 orientation pay, plus transportation to orientation covered Experienced drivers move straight into solo operations if requirements are metTHE TRUCK
2024 and newer Kenworth T680 or Freightliner Cascadia, automatic transmission Assigned to you only, no slip seating Take it home during your scheduled days off 100% no-touch, dry van freight onlyEXPERIENCE LEVEL
New CDL-A holders: 120+ hours from an accredited CDL school, plus completion of the company training program Experienced drivers: at least 6 months verifiable solo driving time; mentor/trainer time doesn't countWHO QUALIFIES 21
years or older Valid Class A CDL Valid DOT Medical Card Solid driving record and work history Pass DOT drug test and background check Meet all applicable DOT and company requirementsBENEFITS
Medical, dental, vision 401(k) PTO Weekly direct deposit Hiring is open in eligible areas around Carencro, LA. If weekly pay, a real truck, and freight you don't touch is what you're looking for, apply today. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Mentorships
- Health Insurance