CDL-A Mentor Truck Driver — Trainee to Solo Pro

365 Freight USA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly direct deposit

Full benefits after training

Job summary

365 Freight USA offers a paid mentor program for recent CDL-A graduates in the Grand Rapids, MI area. Trainees ride with an experienced driver for 4–6 weeks to build skills before transitioning to solo driving on routes from Grand Rapids and surrounding locations.

Upon completion, drivers may earn $1,600–$1,800 per week with weekly direct deposit and full benefits after training, providing a structured path from CDL school to independent trucking.

Qualifications

• CDL school graduation required.
• Clean motor vehicle record.
• Compliance with DOT qualification requirements.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Safety-focused and dependable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Learn safe driving practices and trip planning.
• Handle pickups and deliveries under supervision.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Communicate with dispatch on daily duties.
• Transition to solo driver after mentor program.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

Safety-focused

Willingness to learn

No prior professional driving exp.

Education

Graduation from accredited CDL school

Job description

365 Freight USA offers a paid mentor program for recent CDL-A graduates in the Grand Rapids, MI area. Trainees ride with an experienced driver for 4–6 weeks to build skills before transitioning to solo driving on routes from Grand Rapids and surrounding locations.

Upon completion, drivers may earn $1,600–$1,800 per week with weekly direct deposit and full benefits after training, providing a structured path from CDL school to independent trucking.