Class A Driver - New CDL Graduates -Paid Training

NIS EXPRESS; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage after 30 days

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is hiring entry level CDL-A drivers in San Angelo, Texas. This position offers extensive training with a personal trainer, focusing on safe operation and compliance with DOT regulations.

During training, drivers earn $650 a week, transitioning to $1,000 a week guaranteed for the first 3 months. Benefits include medical coverage and a 401(k) plan. A valid Class A CDL and a clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Clean driving record required.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Run a Class A tractor-trailer in full compliance with DOT regulations.
• Haul dry van freight primarily east of I-35.
• Maintain current ELD logs and trip paperwork.

Skills

Safe operation of a Class A tractor-trailer

Knowledge of ELD systems

Communication with dispatch

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

Now hiring entry level CDL-A drivers in Texas for dry van freight, mainly east of I-35. NIS Express wants to put you in the seat.

Got your Class A CDL and just finished truck driving school? This is exactly the kind of opportunity built for you.

TRAINING PROGRAM

From day one, you're paired with a personal trainer. Over 4 to 6 weeks, you'll run real freight on real routes together, getting hands‑on evaluation the entire way. You won't go solo until your trainer says you're ready — and you'll earn $650 a week throughout the process.

Your trainer will walk you through:

• Safe operation of a Class A tractor‑trailer on actual routes
• ELD systems and hours‑of‑service rules
• Pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, done right
• How to communicate with dispatch and follow company procedures

WHAT THE JOB LOOKS LIKE

• Run a Class A tractor‑trailer in full compliance with DOT regulations
• Haul dry van freight, mainly east of I-35
• Bi‑weekly home time
• Stay on schedule and keep your on‑time delivery numbers strong
• Stay current on ELD logs, DVIRs and trip paperwork
• Inspect your equipment thoroughly before and after every shift
• Keep dispatch and customers in the loop

PAY AND BENEFITS

• $650 a week during training
• $1,000 a week guaranteed for your first 3 months as a new driver
• $1,400 to $1,800 average weekly once you're established
• Medical, dental and vision coverage after 30 days
• Company‑paid life insurance and AD&D
• 401(k) with company match once eligible
• PTO, paid holidays and paid orientation

WHAT YOU NEED

• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 21 years old
• Clean driving record
• Able to pass a DOT physical and pre‑employment drug screen

Apply now.

NIS Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer.