Class A CDL Truck Driver - Entry Level

NIS EXPRESS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life/AD&D paid by company

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Rider and pet programs

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is hiring full-time Class A CDL truck drivers in the United States. Entry-level welcomed, with training path and mentorship. Expect weekly gross earnings from $1,400 to $1,800, with direct deposit Fridays, safety bonuses, and modern equipment.

We offer comprehensive health benefits, company-paid life/AD&D, PTO, paid holidays, and a 401(k) match. Home time is weekly or bi-weekly based on fleet assignment, with rider and pet programs from day one.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Clean driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment DOT physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of Class A equipment in DOT/FMCSA compliance.
• Hauling 100% no-touch dry van freight with high volume drop-and-hook (~70%).
• Maintain on-time pickup and delivery schedules with clear communication.
• Log ELDs, DVIRs, and complete trip paperwork daily.
• Perform daily pre/post-trip safety checks and report issues to dispatch.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT compliance

Pre-trip inspections

Communication skills

Job description

About the job Class A CDL Truck Driver - Entry Level

Stop guessing what your next trucking job will look like. We are actively hiring full-time W2 Class A CDL drivers for steady lanes. Whether you have years of experience under your belt or completed school with 0 professional miles, we have an immediate lane for you.

Applications are reviewed daily for immediate orientation.

Your Financials & Fleet Perks:

• Weekly Gross Earnings:$1,400 to $1,800 (calculated via route, miles, and experience level).
• Payment Schedule:Direct deposit every Friday + built-in safety and performance bonuses.
• Modern Equipment:Assigned late-model 2024 or 2025 Kenworth or Freightliner tractors equipped with APUs.
• Structured Home Time:Dependable weekly or bi-weekly home schedules based on your chosen fleet assignment.
• Day 1 Care: Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) Includes company-paid life/AD&D, PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k) with company match upon eligibility.
• Co-Pilots Welcome: Take your loved ones or pets on the road with our rider and pet programs from day one.

Paid Mentorship & Training Pathway: No OTR experience? If you graduated with at least 120 hours of instruction from an accredited CDL school and meet our safety standards, you qualify for our 3-to-5 week paid training program. Your one-on-one mentorship covers:

• Strict ELD compliance, logging, and hours-of-service rules
• Pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections
• Comprehensive company policies and ongoing safety evaluations before solo dispatch.

Core Driving Responsibilities:

• Safe operation of Class A equipment in strict alignment with DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Hauling 100% no-touch dry van freight with a high volume of drop-and-hook (~70%).
• Maintaining on-time pickup and delivery schedules with clear communication.
• Logging accurate ELDs, DVIRs, and completing trip paperwork daily.
• Performing daily pre/post-trip safety checks and reporting equipment issues to dispatch immediately.

Qualifications to Get Moving:

• Valid Class A CDL (or verified proof of 120+ hours from an accredited CDL program for sponsored training).
• A clean, safety-focused driving record.
• Must pass the required pre-employment DOT physical and drug screening.

Take the uncertainty out of your career. Join a driver-first operation that backs you up with steady freight, modern trucks, and a dispatch team that respects your home time.