CDL A Truck Driver - Paid Training for Entry Level Drivers

NIS EXPRESS; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 54,600 - 81,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Rider and pet policy

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is seeking drivers in Euclid, Ohio, offering guaranteed weekend home time with defined Midwest routes. Drivers can expect to average $1,200 to $1,500 weekly, with top producers earning $1,800+.

The role includes a supportive mentorship program for new CDL graduates. Additional benefits include medical coverage and a 401(k) plan. Join us for a driver-friendly environment!

Qualifications

• 6+ months of verifiable experience or recent CDL school graduate with 120+ hours.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Drive regional lanes in OH, KY, IN, MI, and IL.
• Complete approximately 1,700–2,200 miles per week.
• Follow rider and pet policy from day one.

Skills

Verifiable driving experience

CDL Class A License

Clean driving record

Job description

Guaranteed weekend home time. Every week. No exceptions.

If your current carrier treats Saturday like a negotiation, this regional Midwest run was built for you. Leave Monday, run a defined OH/KY/IN/MI/IL network, and walk through your front door Saturday morning — every single week.

Now hiring

• Drivers with 6+ months of verifiable experience
• Recent CDL school graduates (120+ hours from an accredited program)

Your Gross Pay

• Average $1,200–$1,500 weekly gross
• Top producers hitting $1,800+ weekly gross
• Base rate $0.56–$0.64 CPM based on experience
• Short haul protection: +$40 under 150 miles / +$25 on 150–250 mile loads
• Detention pay + performance bonuses on top

The Run

• Defined Midwest lanes: OH, KY, IN, MI, IL
• 1,700–2,200 steady miles per week
• Drop & hook, preloaded trailers, live loads
• Assigned late-model automatics — maintained so you're not sitting on the shoulder

Rider and pet policy from day one.

W2 Package

Medical, dental, vision — 401(k) with company match — PTO

New CDL Graduates Welcome

Four to six weeks of paid 1-on-1 mentorship at $850 weekly guaranteed, then straight to $0.56 CPM solo.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL — minimum 21 years old
• 6+ months verifiable experience OR recent CDL graduate (120+ school hours)
• Clean driving record (MVR)
• Stable employment historyMust pass DOT physical & drug screen
• No SAP drivers