Class A Driver – Entry Level – Paid Training

About the job Class A Driver - Entry Level - Paid Training

American Driver has an opening for a Class A driver based in Auburn, AL. Auburn is home to a growing logistics corridor along the I-85 route - making it a practical base for drivers running Eastern OTR lanes.

If you're new to trucking and have your Class A CDL, we provide everything you need to get started. The training program is fully paid and built around real freight, not classroom simulations.

How We Train:

• Paired with an experienced mentor for 4-6 weeks
• You're on real loads from the first week
• Daily operations, compliance, and safety covered in detail
• Paid weekly throughout the entire training period
• After training, you go solo at $0.56 CPM

What to Expect Weekly:

• Dry van freight, no touch required
• Roughly 60% drop and hook to keep things moving
• Average 2,200-2,500 miles per week
• Night and day runs depending on dispatch needs
• Freight runs consistently - minimal sitting

How Pay Works:

• Base rate $0.56-$0.65 CPM
• Most drivers bring home $1,200-$1,500 per week
• Stops, layovers, and breakdowns all paid additionally
• Six-month pay review built into the contract
• $300 paid for orientation week
• Weekly direct deposit, no delays

Home Time:

• Consistent home reset every two weeks

Your Equipment:

• Assigned Freightliner or Kenworth (2022-2025)
• Every truck comes with APU

Benefits Package:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Rider and pet policy available immediately

Minimum Requirements:

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL and be at least 21
• Minimum 120 hours of verified instruction from an accredited commercial driving school required
• Driving record must show no major violations in past 3 years
• No DUI convictions within the last 5 years
• Pre-employment urine and hair follicle drug screening required

EOE - Apply now.