Entry Level CDL-A Reefer Driver - Paid Training

Blue Ridge Haulers; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Stock Purchase Program

Life/Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Blue Ridge Haulers seeks an entry-level CDL-A Reefer Driver with paid training in North Carolina. Trainees earn $650 per week during training and advance to solo driving earning $1,300–$1,500 per week. Expect 1,900–2,500 miles weekly, with day and night shifts and home time every two weeks.

After training, a rider program is available for approved passengers and one dog under 40 lbs. Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans are offered along with other benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Minimum 120 hours from an accredited truck driving school.
• CDL-A trainees with less than 6 months of recent driving experience are welcome.
• Solid employment history without major unemployment gaps.
• Must pass a DOT-compliant pre-employment drug test.
• Must meet all driver qualification and hiring requirements.
• Must be available for day/night driving and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Operate reefer tractor-trailer with solo miles after training.
• Deliver and pick up loads on time while maintaining safety standards.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations and company policies.
• Participate in paid training; transition to solo driver after training.

Skills

21+ years old

Clean driving record

Weekend availability

Drug test pass

Education

CDL-A Certification

Truck-driving school 120 hours

Job description

Entry Level CDL-A Reefer Driver - Paid Training
Job Type: Driving

Build Reefer Experience With Paid CDL-A Training

New CDL-A drivers can enter a high-mileage reefer operation with paid behind-the-wheel training before moving into a solo position averaging $1,300-$1,500 per week.

WHAT THE JOB LOOKS LIKE

• Approximately 1,900-2,500 solo miles per week or more
• Day and night driving
• Weekend and holiday work required
• Home time every two weeks

TRAINING COMES FIRST

Qualified trainees complete approximately 3-5 weeks and 200-250 hours of paid behind-the-wheel training. North Carolina falls under the $650 per week trainee-pay rate. Orientation lasts no more than two days, with $300 paid upon hire.

EARNINGS

• $1,300-$1,500 average weekly earnings after training
• Monthly performance bonus opportunity
• Short-haul pay applies to qualifying loads

EQUIPMENT

• Mainly Freightliner tractors
• Automatic and 10-speed manual transmissions
• Average tractor age approximately 1.5 years
• Permanently assigned truck - no slip seating

BENEFITS AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Life and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program

After training, a rider program is available for approved passengers and one approved dog under 40 lbs. is permitted.

WHO QUALIFIES

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 120 hours from an accredited truck driving school
• CDL-A trainees with less than 6 months of recent driving experience are welcome
• Solid employment history without major unemployment gaps
• Acceptable MVR and driving record required
• Must pass a DOT-compliant pre-employment drug test
• Must meet all applicable driver qualification and hiring requirements
• Must be available for day/night driving and weekend work when required

MOVE INTO REEFER DRIVING

Put your Class A CDL to work on a reefer operation with real solo miles after training.