CDL-A New Driver - Paid Training - Western Runs

American Driver; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

American Driver LLC seeks CDL-A drivers for a western dry van fleet based in San Diego area. Routes stay in western states and you come home every two weeks, paid weekly. New CDL grads welcome with 120 hours of training and mentor support.

Experienced drivers earn mileage pay starting at $0.50/mi, with additional bonuses and guaranteed first weeks. Orientation pay and strong benefits complete the package for a driver-focused opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL and be 21+ years old.
• Finished CDL-A training program of at least 120 hours.
• Live within 50 miles of San Diego.
• Acceptable driving record.
• DOT physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate a western dry van fleet in CA/NV/AZ and surrounding states.
• Go home every two weeks; operate a route with consistent miles.
• Attend orientation; training is paid.
• Maintain safe driving, comply with DOT regulations and company policies.

Skills

Class A CDL

Mentor training

Team driving

Education

CDL-A training (120 hours)

Job description

Most new drivers get sent coast to coast. Through American Driver, Class A drivers in Escondido, San Marcos, Vista and Ramona can run a western fleet that never crosses the Mississippi. You are home every two weeks and paid every week, whether you got your CDL last month or have been driving for a year.

What this job is

A western dry van fleet based in the San Diego area. Lanes stay in the western states: California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and South Dakota. You run 2,200 to 2,500 miles a week and come home every two weeks.

If you are a new CDL graduate

You do not need experience. You need a finished CDL-A school of at least 120 hours.

• You start with 3 to 5 weeks of mentor training, about 200 to 250 hours behind the wheel with an experienced driver.
• Training pays $850 a week.
• After training, the average is $1,000 to $1,500 a week.

If you already have experience

First seat and 1-year experienced drivers are welcome. Mileage pay starts at $0.50 per mile and is based on your verifiable experience. Team drivers are also accepted.

Pay for everyone

• Paid orientation: $300 on your first paycheck
• $1,000 a week guaranteed for your first 3 months after your first solo dispatch
• Average weekly pay: $1,000–$1,500
• $15 stop pay
• Monthly driver performance bonus
• Weekly pay

Freight

Dry van with live loads, live unloads, preloads and drop and hook. You will not hand unload. Some customers may ask you to assist with loading or unloading.

Schedule

Home every two weeks. The fleet runs day and night, including weekends and some holidays. In winter, expect some snow driving in the mountain states.

Pets

Once you finish training and drive solo, a dog can ride with you.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) and paid time off.

Requirements

• Age 21+ with a Class A CDL
• Completed CDL-A truck driving school of at least 120 hours
• Live within 50 miles of San Diego
• Acceptable driving record
• DOT physical and drug screen

Equal Opportunity Employer.