CDL A Driver – No Experience Required

Job role overview

  • Date posted

    May 8, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Tuscaloosa

Description

About the job CDL A Driver - No Experience Required

American Driver is hiring in Tuscaloosa, AL. This position is built for drivers who have their Class A CDL but haven't logged significant miles yet. No experience needed - we provide a fully paid training program and a mentor who will get you road-ready.

Tuscaloosa's position along I-20/I-59 puts you directly on one of the busiest freight corridors in the Southeast.

Training Program:

  • 4-6 weeks fully paid
  • One mentor, one truck, real freight from day one
  • Covers ELD operation, HOS compliance, pre/post trip inspections
  • Weekly pay throughout - no waiting
  • After training, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM

Typical Week:

  • No-touch dry van freight
  • 60% drop and hook
  • 2,200-2,500 miles per week
  • Eastern routes with steady, year-round freight
  • Mix of day and night dispatch

Pay:

  • $0.56-$0.65 CPM
  • Weekly earnings typically $1,200-$1,500
  • Extra pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
  • Six-month pay increase
  • $300 orientation pay
  • Weekly direct deposit

Home Time:

  • Home every two weeks on a consistent, planned schedule

Equipment:

  • Freightliner or Kenworth (2022-2025)
  • APUs on all units

Benefits:

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

Requirements:

  • Valid Class A CDL, age 21+
  • Completed at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school - required to enter our paid training program
  • No major violations in last 3 years
  • No DUI in last 5 years
  • Urine and hair follicle drug test required

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