Entry Level CDL A Truck Driver

Blue Ridge Haulers; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Orientation

PTO & Holidays

Safety Bonus Opportunities

Pet & Rider Program

Home Time Options

Tolls & Fuel Program

Job summary

Blue Ridge Haulers is hiring an Entry Level CDL A Truck Driver in Albuquerque, NM. You will join an Eastern Regional Fleet, earning $850/week during training and progressing to substantial weekly earnings once solo.

You will be mentored by an experienced driver and complete 3–4 weeks of hands-on training, 200–250 hours, with a guaranteed path to solo operation. Expect 2,800–3,000 miles per week, 70% drop&hook and 30% live load, with home time weekly or bi-weekly.

Qualifications

• CDL-A license required and clean driving record.
• Graduate from an accredited CDL training program (min 120 hours).
• Ability to meet DOT/FMCSA requirements.
• Willing to learn and work safely with a mentor.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer.
• Haul no-touch dry van freight on regional routes.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain accurate ELD logs.
• Follow safety requirements and communicate with dispatch.

Skills

CDL A

Mentor program

Safe driving

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Willing to learn

Education

CDL training program graduate (min 120 hrs)

Job description

Entry Level CDL A Truck Driver
Job Type: Driving

Ready to transition from CDL school to a successful driving career? Step straight into our Eastern Regional Fleet with guaranteed pay, full support, and a structured path to solo driving. We pair recent CDL graduates with experienced mentor drivers to build real-world confidence behind the wheel while earning steady income from day one.

Compensation & Training

• $850 per week during training
• One-on-one mentorship with an experienced driver
• Training designed specifically for CDL-school graduates
• 3 to 4 weeks (200 to 250 hrs) riding with a dedicated mentor
• Assigned truck upon successful completion
• Average solo earnings of $1,400 to $1,600+ per week
• 2,800 to 3,000 miles per week
• 70% Drop & Hook / 30% Live Load or Unload
• Weekly or bi-weekly home time options
• Company-paid tolls and fuel program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Safety and performance bonus opportunities
• Pet and Rider program (after completing training)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Graduate of an accredited CDL training program (Minimum 120 hours of CDL-school instruction)
• Safe driving record
• Able to meet DOT and FMCSA requirements
• Willing to learn and work safely with a mentor

Core Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer
• Haul no-touch dry van freight on regional routes
• Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintain accurate ELD logs
• Follow company and federal safety requirements
• Communicate professionally with dispatch and customers
• Complete pickups and deliveries safely and on time