CDL A Trainee Driver - Paid Training

NIS EXPRESS; Hanahan (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed earnings

Weekly pay during training

Mentorship program

Rider & pet policy

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is hiring entry-level CDL-A drivers in the United States. Our training program pays you weekly, provides mentorship, and guarantees income as you transition into your new career.

Territory is East of I-35 with no NYC, 100% no-touch dry van, and 12 days on the road followed by 2 days at home, with take-home options after solo. You will receive orientation pay, access to benefits after 30 days, and a path to full pay.

Qualifications

• Clean driving record required.
• DOT medical card required.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Complete training program with a dedicated mentor.
• Operate no-touch dry van freight east of I-35 with limited live loading/unloading.
• Maintain safe driving practices and comply with hours of service and record-keeping.

Skills

Clean driving record

DOT medical card

Pre-employment drug screen

Education

CDL-A license

120-hour CDL school certificate

Job description

Just graduated from CDL school and looking for the right place to start? Skip the guesswork. Step straight into a structured, highly supportive training program that pays you weekly, respects your time, and guarantees your income as you transition into your new career.

Why Start Your Career Here?

• Guaranteed Earnings Protection: $1,000/week GUARANTEED for your first 3 months of solo dispatch after completing training!
• Guaranteed Weekly Pay During Training: Direct-deposited every Friday while training with your mentor.
• 1-on-1 Mentorship: 4 to 6 weeks of real-world OTR experience alongside a dedicated trainer.
• Fast-Track to Full Pay: Jump to full solo pay rates immediately upon going independent.
• Paid Orientation: $300 orientation pay with travel and lodging fully arranged and paid for by the company.

Your Driving Territory & Freight

• Primary Region: Operations run strictly East of I-35.
• Zero NYC: New York City and all five boroughs are 100% off-limits — no exceptions.
• Freight Type: 100% No-Touch Dry Van.
• Easy Handling: 70% Drop-and-Hook, 30% Live Load/Unload.

Equipment & Life on the Road

• Your Own Truck: 2022 or newer Freightliner or Kenworth automatic (equipped with APU for rest periods).
• No Slip-Seating: Once you go solo, your truck is permanently assigned to you. Take-home options available.
• Rider & Pet Policy: Bring your pet or a passenger with you on board once your training is completed!
• Predictable Home Time: 12 days on assignment / 2 days at home.

Solo Earnings Potential

• Guaranteed Floor: Minimum $1,000/week guaranteed during your first 3 solo months.
• Average Weekly Gross: $1,300 – $1,500/week.
• Top Earners: $1,750+ gross weekly.
• Consistent Mileage: 2,200 – 2,800 miles/week.

Full Carrier Benefits (Effective After 30 Days)

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage.
• 401(k) enrollment with company match.
• Employer-funded Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Stock Option Program.
• Vacation time starts accruing from your first day of training.

Trainee Requirements

• Valid CDL-A license (minimum age 21).
• Minimum 120-hour completion certificate from an approved/accredited CDL school.
• Stable work history and clean driving/background record.
• Active DOT Medical Card and ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)