CDL A Driver - Trainees & Experienced - $1,400 - $1,800 wk

American Driver

McKinney (TX)

On-site

USD 63,700 - 81,900

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

American Driver in McKinney, Texas, is hiring Class A drivers for regional transport with guaranteed pay. Experienced drivers earn $1,400 - $1,800 weekly, while beginners earn $650 during onboarding. Enjoy scheduled home time every two weeks and a mentorship program for entry-level drivers.

Applicants must have a valid Class A license and be 21 or older. This role emphasizes safety, adherence to regulations, and maintaining vehicle logs.

Qualifications

  • Must be 21 years or older.
  • Acceptable driving history with no severe infractions.
  • Passing score on DOT physical exam and drug screening.

Responsibilities

  • Transporting freight safely across regional corridors.
  • Adhere to Department of Transportation safety laws.
  • Maintain digital logs and equipment condition paperwork.

Skills

Safe handling of big rigs
Electronic logs mastery
Safety inspections

Education

Current and unrestricted Class A commercial license
Proof of 120+ hours from approved truck academy

Job description

Regional runs, steady weekly revenue, and a solid work-life balance. We are instantly expanding our fleet and accepting applications from both seasoned Class A veterans and recent commercial driving school graduates who want a dependable lane.

Recruitment Highlights
  • Want a driving job where the pay is guaranteed and the home time is consistent?
  • Our team is currently recruiting transport operators for regional enclosed trailer lanes.
  • Secure your spot with a carrier that values your time on the road and at home.
Quick Job Benefits
  • Experienced drivers start at $1,400 - $1,800 weekly average
  • Beginners get $650 weekly during the onboarding period
  • First 3 months solo carry a $1,000 weekly minimum guarantee
  • Predictable regional routes keeping you mainly east of I-35
  • Scheduled home time every single two weeks
On-The-Road Mentorship Program
  • Designed specifically for applicants needing entry-level orientation.
  • Expect 4 to 6 weeks of real-world driving alongside a qualified instructor.
  • No computer simulations; you learn by moving actual commercial freight.
  • Experienced hands skip this process completely after a standard road test.
Core Skills Covered
  • Safe handling and accident-free operation of big rigs
  • Mastery of electronic logs and federal duty hour limits
  • Thorough pre-and-post trip safety inspections
  • Routine updates and communication with our freight dispatchers
Daily Job Expectations
  • Transporting dry van freight safely across regional corridors
  • Strict adherence to all Department of Transportation safety laws
  • Maintaining flawless digital logs and equipment condition paperwork
  • Checking your tractor and trailer thoroughly before every shift
  • Staying in contact with the office coordinators throughout the day
Applicant Requirements
  • Current and unrestricted Class A commercial license
  • Legally 21 years of age or older
  • For beginners: Proof of 120+ hours from an approved truck academy
  • Acceptable driving history with no severe recent infractions
  • Passing score on the federal DOT physical exam and drug screening

Equal opportunity employer.

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