Entry Level CDL-A Regional Driver - Paid Training

Blue Ridge Haulers; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock purchase plan

Life & disability insurance

Employee assistance

Pet policy

Job summary

Blue Ridge Haulers is seeking an entry-level CDL-A regional driver who has completed an accredited truck driving program. You will start with structured paid road training before moving into a permanently assigned tractor and regional operation, with regular home time and a 34-hour reset.

Training lasts about 3–5 weeks with 200–250 behind-the-wheel hours; orientation includes a $300 payment. After training, earn $1,200–$1,400 weekly with about 1,800 miles weekly and additional pay like stop pay

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Class A CDL required; recent driving school graduates welcome.
• Solid MVR and driving record; able to pass DOT pre-employment drug test.

Education

CDL-A (Class A)

Job description

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

Your CDL-A Is Earned. Now Build the Experience Behind It.

This regional dry van position is designed for newer CDL-A drivers who have completed an accredited truck driving program and are ready to begin working toward a solo driving career.

Instead of being sent directly into a truck on your own, you'll start with structured paid road training before moving into a permanently assigned tractor and regular regional operation.

WHAT HAPPENS FIRST

Training runs approximately 3-5 weeks and includes 200-250 hours behind the wheel with an experienced driver. Trainee pay is determined by your hiring area.

Orientation is no more than two days, with a $300 orientation payment paid upon hire. After completing the training process, you'll transition into the regional driving position.

WHAT THE JOB PAYS

• $1,200-$1,400 average weekly earnings after training
• Approximately 1,800 miles each week
• $40 short-haul pay for loads under 100 miles
• $15 stop pay
• Opportunity to earn a performance bonus

FREIGHT & RUNNING AREA

The operation moves dry van freight primarily across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. Freight includes drop-and-hook moves, preloaded trailers, and live loads and unloads.

This is a working regional schedule, so drivers need to be comfortable operating during the day or at night and working weekends when freight demands it.

REGULAR HOME TIME

Drivers receive regular 34-hour resets with weekend home time. That gives a newer CDL-A driver the opportunity to build consistent regional experience without immediately committing to weeks at a time on traditional long-haul OTR routes.

EQUIPMENT

• Mainly Freightliner tractors
• Automatic and 10-speed manual transmissions
• Tractors average approximately 1.5 years in age
• Your truck is permanently assigned - no slip seating

BENEFITS AFTER 30 DAYS

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

AFTER TRAINING

• One approved dog under 40 lbs. permitted

WHO QUALIFIES

• At least 21 years old
• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 120 hours completed at 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 satisfy all applicable driver qualification and hiring requirements
• Must be available for day/night driving and weekend work when required