Driver Trainee

Southeastern Freight Lines; Richland (MS); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver Training Program

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is hiring a Driver Trainee in Richland, MS. You’ll participate in the Driver Training Program while performing Freight Handler duties, including loading/unloading, inspections, and documentation. Training requires 8 hours of driving and 25 hours of yard work, with potential CDL A endorsements pursued during the program.

Candidates must be 21+, pass background and drug tests, and have a HS diploma or GED; starting pay is $33.35–$34.50 per hour with first shift duties.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Able to pass background check and drug/alcohol test.
• Willing to obtain CDL A with Hazmat, Tanker, and Doubles/Triples endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailer, solo or with dock workers.
• Inspect truck for defects and safe operating condition.
• Drive truck to assigned destinations and maintain required records.
• Complete 8 hours behind the wheel and 25 hours of yard training.

Skills

Past driving experience

Willingness to obtain CDL A

Ability to pass background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Driver TraineeApply: Richland, MS: Full time: Posted Today: R2026-23272As a Driver Trainee, you will participate in the Driver Training Program while performing the duties of a Freight Handler on a regular basis. To complete the program, you must complete 8 hours behind the wheel of a Company truck and 25 hours of yard training, while being observed/trained. Yard training includes training on pre-trip inspections, proper use of control, hooking/unhooking, and backing. Current Company Freight Handler associates are selected for the training program based on exceptional job performance and a desire to become a Driver.Load and unload trailer, either individually or with assistance of dock workers, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment. Perform frequent lifting, pulling, and carrying of freight. Inspect truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after trips and submit a written Vehicle Condition Report (VCR) on the condition of the truck/trailer at the end of each trip or tour of duty. When hazardous materials are present, check for proper preparation of shipping papers, check for agreement between information on shipping papers and markings and labeling on freight, ascertain that vehicle is properly placarded. Drive truck to assigned destinations. Ensure that all shipping documentation (e.g., manifest, security seal sheet, bills of lading, shipping orders, freight bills, etc.) required to move with shipments is available for inspection, and that appropriate paperwork accompany shipment when delivered. Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations including drivers’ log, records of roadside inspections, mileage records, and other records required by law. For this role, you must: be at least 21 years old; have a High School Diploma or GED; have the ability to satisfactorily pass background check and alcohol and drug test with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR); have at least 6 months of driving experience, to include a personal motor vehicle; and have a willingness and ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A) with Hazmat Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement, and Doubles/Triples Endorsement. Pay: $33.35-$34.50 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location)**Work Shift**First Shift