Class A CDL Truck Driver - Entry Level

NIS EXPRESS; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Direct deposit

Modern equipment

Home time weekly/bi-weekly

Health benefits

Life/AD&D insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) with match

Rider program

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS in Texas is actively hiring full-time Class A CDL drivers for steady lanes. Entry-level applicants with 0 miles will be considered for paid training and a mentor-led onboarding.

Weekly gross earnings range from 1,400 to 1,800, with direct deposit every Friday and multiple safety/performance bonuses. Modern late-model tractors and rider/pet programs enhance the driver experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL or proof of 120+ CDL training hours.
• Clean driving record and safety-focused background.
• Pass pre-employment DOT physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A equipment per DOT/FMSCA rules.
• Haul dry van freight with high on-time performance.
• Log daily ELDs and complete trip paperwork accurately.
• Perform pre/post-trip inspections and report issues to dispatch.
• Maintain communication with dispatch for schedules.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT compliance

Communication

Education

CDL license or 120+ hour CDL training

Tools

ELD systems

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.

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.