Entry Level Truck Driver

About the job Entry Level Truck Driver
American Driver is hiring Entry Level CDL A Truck Drivers based in Monroe, LA. This is a full-time W2 OTR position open to recent CDL graduates and drivers with limited experience. You'll have a dedicated mentor and a structured path from training to solo driving.
Drivers typically run 2,200-2,500 miles per week and earn between $1,200 and $1,500 after completing training.
Starting Out:

• 4-6 weeks of paid training with a dedicated mentor
• Focus on real routes, safety, inspections, and daily operations
• Guaranteed weekly pay during training
• After training, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM

• Dry van, no-touch freight
• About 60% drop and hook
• Consistent miles with minimal downtime
• Day and night runs depending on dispatch

• $0.56-$0.65 CPM based on experience
• Weekly earnings typically $1,200-$1,500
• Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
• Pay increases every six months
• $300 paid orientation
• Weekly direct deposit

• Home every two weeks on a planned schedule

• Assigned Freightliner and Kenworth ) with APUs

• Medical, dental, and vision after 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Rider and pet policy from day one

• 21+ with valid Class A CDL
• Completed at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school - required to enter our paid training program
• Open to recent graduates and drivers with 6+ months experience
• No major violations in last 3 years
• No DUI in last 5 years
• Must pass urine and hair follicle drug screening