CDL-A Professional Driver Mentor | Shelby, NC

Mentor Position Overview

Experienced OTR drivers: take the next step in your career by becoming a Mentor Driver and earn more while helping train the next generation of drivers. As a mentor, you are paid for every mile the truck runs — including when your student is driving — plus additional CPM and performance bonuses. This program offers strong earning potential, predictable structure, and built-in home time.

Mentor Schedule & Structure

• Typical mentor run: 11 days OTR

• Day 1: Observation

• Days 2–11: Student must drive a minimum of 5 hours per day

• 14-hour clock advantage: After the student completes 5 driving hours, mentors may run the remaining clock to increase total miles

Pay Breakdown

• Base CPM (based on experience tier)

• + $0.10 CPM while mentoring

• Up to + $0.10 CPM productivity bonus

• Additional mileage and safety bonuses available

• Mentor drivers are paid for all miles the truck drives - miles you driver and miles your student drivers - You are compensated for total truck miles — not just seat miles

Mentor Bonus Program

• $500 bonus after student completes 10,000 safe miles

• $300 bonus after student completes 20,000 safe miles

• After training 6 students, mentors qualify for Elite Mentor status

  • Earn $0.01 CPM for every mile your student drives during their first solo year

Benefits

• Weekly pay via direct deposit

• Paid orientation

• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)

• Supportive operations and dispatch team

• Steady, year-round freight with a dedicated customer

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL

• Minimum 3 months of recent tractor-trailer experience

• At least 21 years old

• Clean driving record preferred

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About ASB Freight Co.: ASB Freight Co. is a family-operated logistics company built on reliability, safety, and driver-focused values. We're committed to creating a supportive environment where professionalism and respect are always a priority. ASB Freight Co. is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.