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CDL-A Regional Driver | Home Weekly | Paid Training

American Driver · Independence, MO · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

About the role

Eastern Jackson County drivers operate Midwest regional freight routes, mostly drop‑and‑hook, with a consistent planner each week and regular home time. New CDL holders receive paid training and start with a mentor.

Responsibilities

  • Perform drop‑and‑hook deliveries across the Midwest.
  • Follow the same weekly planner for consistent routing.
  • Maintain accurate logs, fuel records, and trip plans.
  • Practice backing, maneuvering, and safe driving techniques with a mentor.
  • Operate an assigned truck (≈1.5 years old) after training.
  • Ensure home weekly for a 34‑hour reset.

Requirements

  • Age 21 or older.
  • Valid Class A CDL.
  • Either ≥120 hours from a CDL school or ≥6 months recent driving experience.
  • No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years.
  • No DUI/DWI in the last 10 years.
  • Pass a DOT physical and hair/urine drug test.

Skills

  • Backing and vehicle control.
  • Logbook maintenance and compliance.
  • 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 training: $850 per week.
  • First 3 months solo: guaranteed minimum $1,000 per week.
  • Once solo: average earnings about $1,400 per week.
  • Weekly direct deposit.

Schedule

  • Regional lanes across the Midwest, predominantly drop‑and‑hook.
  • Home weekly for a 34‑hour reset.
  • Approximately 2,000 miles driven per week.
  • Consistent planner each week.

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