Entry Level Class A CDL Driver

J Rose Enterprises; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid orientation

PTO after 1 year

Job summary

J Rose Enterprises in Houston is seeking entry level Class A CDL truck driver trainee for an Over-the-Road (OTR) position running all 48 states. A structured mentor training program helps you transition into a solo career with consistent miles and a clear path toward significant pay increases within your first year.

Training pays $75.00 per day during orientation, then starting pay is $0.35 per mile with increases to $0.55 after 3 months and $0.60 at 1 year.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A CDL and have obtained it within the past 12 months.
• Limited recent carrier experience (no more than 3 months with another carrier).
• Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) safety, background, and drug/alcohol screening requirements.
• Must live within 90 days of Houston.

Responsibilities

• Operate Over-the-Road (OTR) routes across all 48 continental states.
• Be out 10–14 days with a cadence of 2,500+ miles per week.
• Rider policy is available; no pets allowed.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT safety & background check

Job description

Entry Level Class A CDL Truck Driver - Trainee (OTR)

Job Description

We are seeking motivated, newly licensed Class A CDL drivers for an Over-the-Road (OTR) position running all 48 states. This role features a structured mentor training program designed to help you transition into a successful solo career. We offer consistent miles, stable dry van freight, and a clear path toward significant pay increases within your first year.

Training Program & Orientation

• Orientation Location: Springdale, AR (Travel and hotel accommodations are fully provided)
• Meals: $100 food stipend provided during orientation
• On-the-Job Training: Minimum of 10 days of hands‑on training with an experienced mentor
• Training Pay: Paid training at $75.00 per day
• Graduation: Upon completion of mentor training, drivers return to Arkansas for final testing and upgrade to solo status

Pay & Compensation Structure

• Job Type: Full-time, W2 position with steady mileage
• Starting Pay (Post-Training): $0.35 cents-per-mile (CPM)
• 3-Month Milestone: Increase to $0.55 CPM after 3 months of safe solo driving
• 1-Year Milestone: Increase to $0.60 CPM at 1 year of service
• Volume: Consistent freight averaging 2,500+ miles per week
• Breakdown Pay: $40.00 after 24 hours of downtime

Position Details & Schedule

• Route: Over-the-Road (OTR) operating across all 48 continental states
• Home Time: Out 10-14 days.
• Freight Type: Dry van freight with structured dispatch
• Rider Policy: Passenger policy is available (Please note: no pets allowed)

Benefits

• Insurance: Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Holiday Pay: Paid holidays ($100.00 per holiday)
• Paid Time Off: Vacation eligibility starting after 1 year of service
• Orientation: Paid orientation program

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Must have obtained your Class A CDL within the past 12 months (Recent graduates welcome)
• Limited recent carrier experience (No more than 3 months of experience with another carrier)
• Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) safety, background, and drug/alcohol screening requirements
• Must live within 90 days of Houston.

About Us

We provide expedited freight transportation services for shipping and delivery on critical loads throughout the continental United States. We treat our drivers with the utmost respect and strive to provide them with the care and career foundation they need to thrive.