Class A CDL Regional Driver - Paid Training

American Driver; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Guaranteed min pay during training

Home every two weeks

Job summary

American Driver is hiring Class A CDL regional drivers with paid training. You’ll start with hands-on training paired with an experienced trainer, on real highways, with real loads, not simulators.

Regional routes offer consistent home time every two weeks, with a guaranteed pay structure during training and strong weekly earnings once solo. Applicants must meet DOT and safety standards and pass pre-employment screens.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid, active Class A CDL.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Provide proof of 120+ hours from driving school.
• Driving record with no major recent incidents.
• Pass DOT medical exam and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Haul enclosed regional freight on dry van trailers.
• Maintain daily digital logs and comply with federal hours.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Coordinate with dispatch and freight management teams.

Skills

Valid Class A CDL

Safe driving mindset

Reliable and punctual

Education

120+ hours driving school

Job description

Class A CDL Regional Driver - Paid Training

About the job Class A CDL Regional Driver - Paid Training

Looking for a trucking company that actually delivers on its promises? Whether you have decades of experience behind the wheel or just stepped out of a CDL school, we have immediate openings for our regional operations. We cut out the guesswork by offering guaranteed pay structures and a clear path forward for every driver we hire.

Why Choose Our Fleet?

• Tired of carriers that promise the world but leave you with low miles?
• We have open spots right now for Class A operators to haul enclosed regional freight.
• Join a fleet where your paycheck is protected and your safety is the main priority.

What Is the Pay Scale?

• Established professional drivers and senior solo operators average $1,400 to $1,800 every week.
• New license holders receive a guaranteed minimum of $1,000 weekly during their first 90 days solo.
• The initial over-the-road training phase pays a flat rate of $650 per week.

How Does the Onboarding Work for Beginners?

• You are paired with an experienced driver trainer for a period of 4 to 6 weeks.
• Learning happens on actual highways with real loads, completely bypassing simulators and classrooms.
• You get your own keys and your own truck the moment your trainer confirms you are ready.
• Drivers who already have verifiable experience skip this phase entirely and go straight to solo work.

What Will You Learn During Training?

• Defensive driving techniques and safe maneuvering of commercial combinations.
• Navigating electronic logging software and managing federal service hours.
• Completing proper walk-around vehicle evaluations to prevent breakdowns.
• Working efficiently alongside our freight management and coordination team.

What Does a Normal Work Week Look Like?

• Pulling dry van trailers on regional routes, focusing on freight lines east of I-35.
• Getting back home every two weeks for your scheduled time off.
• Following all federal transportation safety guidelines without exception.
• Keeping up with daily digital logs and reporting vehicle conditions accurately.
• Checking your tractor and trailer equipment carefully at the start of every shift.
• Keeping our dispatch team updated on your progress throughout the day.

Qualifications to Join Our Fleet

• You must hold a valid, active Class A commercial driver's license.
• You need to be at least 21 years old.
• Rookies must provide proof of 120+ hours from a certified driving school.
• Your driving record must show no major recent accidents or violations.
• You must pass a standard DOT medical examination and a pre-employment drug screening.

We proudly protect equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals.