Entry Level CDL -A Truck Driver

NIS EXPRESS; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Direct deposit Friday

Medical, dental, vision day one

PTO & 401(k) match

Rider & pet policies

Paid mentorship program

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS in Oklahoma is hiring entry-level CDL-A truck drivers for full-time positions with strong lanes from Oklahoma to Eastern freight markets.

New graduates with 120+ hours of instruction can join our paid mentorship; day-one benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus PTO and 401(k) match where eligible.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL; 21 years of age or older.
• Minimum 6 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience OR an accredited 120-hour CDL school certificate.
• Ability to pass a standard DOT physical and a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate modern Class A equipment safely per DOT/FMCSA rules.
• Hauling 100% no-touch dry van freight with a high volume of drop-and-hook.
• Maintain accurate, compliant ELD logs, DVIRs, and basic trip documentation.
• Conduct thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Maintain professional, on-time delivery schedules and open communication with dispatch.

Skills

Class A CDL

DOT regulations knowledge

Pre-trip inspections

Education

CDL school certificate

Job description

About the job Entry Level CDL -A Truck Driver

Ready to eliminate the uncertainty from your trucking career? We are actively filling full-time W2 Class A CDL positions with strong, dependable lanes running directly from the Oklahoma area to Eastern freight markets. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a fresh school graduate with 0 over-the-road miles, your lane is ready.

Our recruiting team reviews applications daily for immediate orientation spots.

What Your Daily Operation Looks Like:

• Operating modern Class A equipment safely and in full alignment with DOT/FMCSA rules.
• Hauling 100% no-touch dry van freight with a high volume of drop-and-hook (~70%).
• Keeping accurate, compliant ELD logs, DVIRs, and basic trip documentation.
• Conducting thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Maintaining professional, on-time delivery schedules and open communication with dispatch.

The Financials & Driver Perks:

• Weekly Pay: Gross earnings from $1,300 to $1,800 (based on experience level and miles).
• Reliable Schedule: Direct deposit every Friday + available safety and performance bonuses.
• The Fleet: Assigned, late-model 2024 or 2025 Freightliner or Kenworth tractors equipped with APUs.
• Home Time: Structured and dependable weekly or bi-weekly schedules depending on your fleet.
• Day 1 Coverage: Full medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance start on day one. Paid holidays, PTO accrual, and 401(k) match available upon eligibility.
• Rider & Pet Policies: Both programs are fully active from your very first day on the job.

Paid Mentorship Program (No OTR Experience Required): If you just graduated and hold a valid CDL-A with 120+ hours of instruction from an accredited school, you qualify for our 3-to-5 week paid training. You will receive structured, one-on-one highway training with a mentor covering logging, compliance, and handling before solo dispatch.

Hiring Requirements:

• Valid Class A CDL; 21 years of age or older.
• Minimum 6 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience OR an accredited 120-hour CDL school certificate.
• Ability to pass a standard DOT physical and a pre-employment drug screen.

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