Entry Level Truck Driver

American Driver; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 54,600 - 68,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Weekly direct deposit

Rider and pet policy from day one

Job summary

American Driver is hiring Entry Level CDL A Truck Drivers based in Monroe, LA. This full-time W2 OTR position is ideal for recent CDL graduates and drivers with limited experience, offering a structured training path and mentorship.

Drivers can expect weekly earnings of $1,200 to $1,500, with consistent miles and minimal downtime. Enjoy benefits like medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Candidates must be 21+ with a valid CDL and no major violations in the last 3 years.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old with a valid Class A CDL.
• Recent CDL graduates and drivers with at least 6 months of experience welcome.
• No major violations or DUIs in the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Drive a dry van and manage no-touch freight.
• Complete an average of 2,200–2,500 miles weekly.
• Participate in training with a dedicated mentor.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Time management

Education

Valid Class A CDL

120 hours completed at an accredited CDL school

Job description

American Driver is hiring Entry Level CDL A Truck Drivers based in Monroe, LA. This is a full-time W2 OTR position open to recent CDL graduates and drivers with limited experience. You'll have a dedicated mentor and a structured path from training to solo driving.

Drivers typically run 2,200–2,500 miles per week and earn between $1,200 and $1,500 after completing training.

Starting Out:

• 4–6 weeks of paid training with a dedicated mentor
• Focus on real routes, safety, inspections, and daily operations
• Guaranteed weekly pay during training
• After training, solo pay starts at $0.56 CPM

What This Job Looks Like:

• Dry van, no-touch freight
• About 60% drop and hook
• Consistent miles with minimal downtime
• Day and night runs depending on dispatch

Pay After Training:

• $0.56–$0.65 CPM based on experience
• Weekly earnings typically $1,200–$1,500
• Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
• Pay increases every six months
• $300 paid orientation
• Weekly direct deposit

Home Time:

• Home every two weeks on a planned schedule

Equipment:

• Assigned Freightliner and Kenworth (2022–2025) with APUs
• Medical, dental, and vision after 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Rider and pet policy from day one

Requirements:

• 21+ with valid Class A CDL
• Completed at least 120 hours at an accredited CDL school — required to enter our paid training program
• Open to recent graduates and drivers with 6+ months experience
• No major violations in last 3 years
• No DUI in last 5 years
• Must pass urine and hair follicle drug screening