CDL-A Reefer Driver | Paid Training | Home Every 2 Weeks

About the role

East Shelby County drivers operate reefer freight that runs daily, providing steady miles. You begin with paid training alongside a mentor, then transition to solo runs. Routes cover the South and Midwest, involving drop‑and‑hook, live loads, live unloads, and preloads.

Responsibilities

• Perform drop‑and‑hook operations
• Handle live loads, live unloads, and preloads
• Backing, logging, fueling, and trip planning under mentor guidance
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations

Requirements

• Age 21 or older
• Valid Class A CDL
• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass hair and urine drug test
• No DUI/DWI in the last 10 years
• Maximum of 2 moving violations in the past 2 years

Qualifications

• New drivers: at least 120 hours from a CDL school
• Experienced drivers: 6 months of recent driving experience if less than 120‑hour school

Skills

• Backing and maneuvering
• Logbook maintenance
• Fueling procedures
• Trip planning and navigation

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage after 30 days
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid vacation
• Yearly raises
• Free online degree for employee and one family member
• Pets and riders allowed; trainees may bring a dog after training

Pay

• Paid weekly during training
• $1,000 per week guaranteed for the first 3 months solo
• $1,300 to $1,500 per week once solo
• $25 stop pay
• Weekly direct deposit
• 1,800 to 2,000 miles per week

Schedule

• Home every two weeks, or on 34‑hour resets depending on lane
• Orientation: up to 2 days (hotel covered, bus ticket reimbursed, $300 attendance bonus)
• Mentor ride‑along: 4 to 6 weeks, paid weekly
• After training, assigned truck (average age ~1.5 years)