CDL-A Driver - Trainees & Experienced Welcome - Home Weekly

NIS EXPRESS; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 59,150 - 68,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Rider program available

Late-model equipment

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is seeking drivers for Ohio dedicated routes with weekly home time, offering a starting rate of $0.56 CPM that can increase to $0.64 CPM based on experience. The position includes a paid CDL training program, health benefits, and consistent weekly miles averaging around 1,800.

The ideal candidate will have a valid CDL-A license, be at least 21 years old, and have a clean driving record. Expect competitive earnings, excellent equipment, and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid and current CDL-A license required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Drive dedicated lanes primarily in Ohio.
• Maintain scheduled delivery routes with consistent miles.
• Participate in a paid CDL training program.

Skills

CDL-A license

Ability to pass DOT physical and drug screen

Age 21 or older

MVR with 2 or fewer violations

Job description

Home every week. Steady miles. A lane you can count on. If you just earned your CDL‑A or have up to 6 months behind the wheel, this Ohio dedicated position puts you to work fast — with a clear path to higher pay as you build hours.

Earnings

• Starting rate: $0.56 CPM — goes up to $0.64 CPM as you gain experience
• Weekly gross average: $1,300 to $1,500
• Extra pay on short loads: $40 flat for anything under 100 miles
• $15.00 per stop
• Performance bonus program

Your Schedule

• Ohio dedicated — out and back, same region every week
• 34‑hour restart hometime
• Day, night, or rotation available
• Weekend availability required

Freight & Miles

• Roughly 1,800 miles weekly — consistent, no slow weeks
• Your own dedicated planner keeping you loaded
• Drop & hook, preload, live load and unload all in the mix
• Heads up: lane runs through cold weather territory

Paid CDL Training Program

• 4 to 6 weeks with an experienced trainer — you get paid the whole time
• Solo position from day one after training — no team driving
• Hit $0.56 CPM the moment you take the wheel solo

What We Offer

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with match
• Rider program available
• Late‑model equipment

What We Need From You

• CDL‑A license, valid and current
• Age 21 or older
• MVR showing no more than 2 moving violations in 3 years
• No DUI/DWI within the last 3 years
• Clean background — no felonies within 5 years
• Able to pass DOT physical and drug screen

Ready to get started? Apply today — expect a call from our team within 24 hours.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.