CDL-A Trainee Truck Driver

American Driver; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Paid orientation

Health insurance after 30 days

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

American Driver in West Memphis, AR is onboarding CDL-A graduates into a structured Paid Mentor Program. You’ll receive safety-focused training, late-model equipment, and guaranteed weekly pay as you turn your new license into a solid solo career.

No physical freight handling and no gimmicks—start with 4–6 weeks of paid mentorship, then transition to solo pay with comprehensive benefits. Expect 2,200–2,800 miles per week and a respectful onboarding package.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card.
• Recent CDL school graduate (120+ hours) or under 6 months of recent OTR experience.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Drive real OTR routes with a professional mentor.
• Transition to full solo pay structure upon program completion.
• Travel 2,200–2,800 miles per week on established lanes east of I-35.

Skills

CDL-A

Job description

Just earned your CDL-A in the Mid-South area and looking for your first carrier? We are ready to put you in a truck.

Finding a quality carrier right after passing your CDL test can be a hassle. We are actively onboarding recent CDL-A graduates directly out of West Memphis, Crittenden County, and the greater Memphis metro area for our structured Paid Mentor Program. We provide the safety-focused training, assigned late-model equipment, and guaranteed weekly pay to turn your new license into a solid solo career.

No physical freight handling, no unpaid waiting periods, and no gimmicks.

THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

• 4 to 6 Weeks Paid Training: Drive real OTR routes with a professional mentor assisting you from the passenger seat.
• Guaranteed Weekly Pay: Steady, dependable paycheck every week while you learn—no low-mileage penalties.
• Direct Career Step: Transition smoothly to full solo pay structure immediately upon completing the program.
• $300 Paid Orientation: Transportation and private hotel accommodations are fully covered.

SOLO PAY & FULL BENEFITS

• $1,300 to $1,550 average weekly earnings once solo (top performers clear $1,800+).
• Comprehensive Healthcare (After 30 Days): Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage.
• Retirement & Savings: 401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• PTO: Paid time off starts accruing on day one.
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance included.

EQUIPMENT & FREIGHT

• Your Assigned Tractor: 2022 or newer Kenworth or Freightliner equipped with automatic transmission and APU.
• No Slip-Seating: The truck stays with you—no moving your gear in and out between runs.
• 100% No-Touch Freight: Dry van operations, roughly 70% drop-and-hook.
• 2,200 to 2,800 miles per week average across established lanes East of I-35.

SCHEDULE & HOME TIME

• 12 Days Out / 2 Days Home: Predictable OTR schedule originating out of the West Memphis hub.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card.
• Recent graduate from an accredited CDL school (120+ hours) OR under 6 months of recent OTR experience.
• Clean driving record.
• Must pass standard background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Stop leaving your application in limbo with carriers asking for years of experience you don't have yet.