CDL-A Truck Driver - Trainee & Student Program - Southeast Regional Freight

American Driver; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation/time off benefits

Weekly direct deposits

Job summary

American Driver is seeking CDL-A Trainee & Student Program drivers for Southeast Regional Freight. Begin with paid training and mentorship, earning a stable weekly income from day one.

Play a key role regional dry van freight, with 34 to 48 hours of home time every 14 days and continuous routes across FL, GA, AL, SC, NC, and TN. You will drive modern tractors and receive full orientation compensation from day one.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Class A CDL.
• Must pass mandatory DOT physicals and pre-employment screenings.
• Graduation from an approved 120-hour commercial driving academy.

Skills

CDL-A license

DOT physicals

Education

CDL driving academy graduate

Job description

CDL-A Truck Driver - Trainee & Student Program - Southeast Regional Freight

Job Openings CDL-A Truck Driver - Trainee & Student Program - Southeast Regional Freight

About the job CDL-A Truck Driver - Trainee & Student Program - Southeast Regional Freight

Launch a dependable driving career within our expanding Southeast transport network. We actively invest in entry-level CDL-A graduates by providing a stable weekly income, dedicated on-the-road mentorship, and predictable bi-weekly home time. Our structured system ensures you gain practical highway experience while earning a steady paycheck from day one.

Financial Outlook and Training Pay

• Fixed weekly compensation throughout the initial 4-to-6 week finishing course with your mentor.
• Established solo motorists generate an estimated weekly gross between 1250 and 1550 USD.
• High-achieving drivers exceed 1700 USD per week through performance-based safety incentives.
• Full hourly orientation and onboarding compensation provided from your start date.

Operational Logistics and Equipment

• Regional dry van freight movements consisting primarily of drop-and-hook and no-touch loads.
• Balanced road scheduling ensuring 34 to 48 hours of rest at home every 14 days.
• Continuous freight lanes running throughout FL, GA, AL, SC, NC, and TN.
• Modern, well-maintained Kenworth and Freightliner tractors outfitted with functional APU units.

Comprehensive Medical and Workplace Perks (Effective Day 31)

• Company-sponsored health, dental, and vision protection options.
• 401k retirement planning with corporate matching funds, plus accrued vacation time.
• Reliable weekly direct deposits alongside standard layover and detention pay.
• Constant access to our 24/7 driver support and dispatch network.

Safety Mandates and Candidate Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Class A commercial driver's license.
• Minimum age requirement of 21 years old.
• Documented graduation from an approved 120-hour commercial driving academy.
• Ability to pass mandatory DOT physicals along with pre-employment urine and hair follicle screening.
• Clean background check with no recent SAP enrollment or DUI/DWI offenses within the past 5 years.