Over-the-Road Driver – Class A | Solo, Mentor & New Driver Training

ASB Freight Co.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Modern automatic equipment

No-touch freight

Home time between runs

Year-round freight

Job summary

ASB Freight Co. is seeking experienced CDL drivers and new CDL holders for OTR roles within 90 miles of Nashville, TN. The fleet offers a clear path to build miles and experience, with solo pay at 0.70 CPM and an optional Driver Mentor program for additional earnings.

New CDL graduates may qualify for paid OTR training, while mentors earn extra CPM and productivity incentives. Home time typically ranges from 7–10 days between runs and weekend/weekly deposits are provided.

Qualifications

• Requires Valid Class A CDL.
• Must live within 90 miles of Nashville, TN.
• Minimum age 21.
• Solo and Mentor applicants require at least 3 months of recent, verifiable tractor-trailer experience.
• New CDL holders may be considered for available training positions.
• Must meet applicable DOT and company qualification standards.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate OTR freight with 100% no-touch loads.
• Typically return home every 7–10 days.
• Mentor qualified experienced drivers to help newer CDL holders complete OTR training.
• Earn additional compensation through the Driver Mentor program.

Skills

OTR experience

CDL Class A

Mentor program participation

Job description

Hiring within 90 miles of Nashville, TN

Full Time

Experienced Drivers + New CDL Holders Welcome

Whether you already have OTR experience or you're looking for your first opportunity after CDL school, this fleet offers a clear path to get on the road and continue building your experience.

Experienced drivers can run solo at $0.70 CPM, while qualified drivers who want additional earning potential can participate in an optional Driver Mentor program.

New CDL holders may also qualify for paid OTR training.

For Experienced Drivers

Run consistent OTR freight with 100% no-touch loads and reliable year-round mileage.

Drivers typically return home every 7-10 days.

Solo Pay: $0.70 CPM

The position also includes:

• Weekly direct deposit
• Modern automatic equipment
• No-touch freight
• Consistent OTR miles
• Home time between runs
• Year-round freight

Experienced Enough to Teach?

The Driver Mentor program gives qualified experienced drivers an opportunity to earn additional compensation while helping newer CDL holders complete their OTR training.

While actively mentoring, eligible drivers receive:

$0.70 CPM base pay
+ $0.10 CPM mentor pay
+ Up to $0.10 CPM productivity incentives

Additional bonus and priority mileage opportunities may also be available.

A typical mentor assignment lasts approximately 11 days. After completing an assignment, mentors can take available home time or return to solo driving before accepting another student.

Mentoring is optional.

Starting Fresh With a New CDL?

Qualifying recent CDL graduates may enter a paid training program designed to help them build their first months of tractor-trailer experience.

Training includes company orientation followed by OTR instruction with an experienced mentor.

Drivers with fewer than three months of qualifying experience earn $0.35 CPM while training and building experience.

After reaching three months of qualifying experience, drivers may become eligible to transition to the experienced-driver pay scale.

Hiring Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Must live within 90 miles of Nashville, TN
• Minimum age of 21
• Solo and Mentor applicants require at least 3 months of recent, verifiable tractor-trailer experience
• New CDL holders may be considered for available training positions
• Must meet applicable DOT and company qualification standards
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

About ASB Freight Co.:
ASB Freight Co. is a family-operated logistics company built on reliability, safety, and driver-focused values. We're committed to creating a supportive environment where professionalism and respect are always a priority.
ASB Freight Co. is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.