Regional CDL-A Driver-Entry level Drivers Wanted

NIS EXPRESS; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company contribution

PTO from day one

Life and AD&D insurance

Pet or rider allowed

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS is seeking drivers for a consistent route across 11 Western States with a late-model tractor assigned to you. This position features 100% no-touch dry van, heavy drop-and-hook, and a steady weekly pay structure.

Expect 2,000–2,400 miles weekly, home time every two weeks, and onboarding that includes paid training. Benefits start Day One with medical and 401(k) options and PTO accrual.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• 6 months tractor-trailer experience, or a fresh CDL-A from an accredited 120+ hour program.
• Clean driving history: 2 or fewer moving violations in 2 years, no DUI/DWI in 5–10 years.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• 100% no-touch dry van, heavy drop-and-hook.
• 2,000–2,400 weekly miles with 11 Western States route.
• Assigned late-model tractor, same truck each trip.
• Steady dispatch keeping wheels turning, not sitting.

Skills

CDL-A license

Tractor-trailer experience

No DUI/DWI

DOT drug screen

Education

120+ hour CDL program

Job description

A truck assigned to you, a route that doesn't change on you, and a check that lands the same day every week.

What You're Running

• 100% no-touch dry van, heavy drop-and-hook mix
• 11 Western States only, no big-city traffic to fight
• Assigned late-model tractor, same truck every trip
• Steady dispatch keeping wheels turning, not sitting

Money and Time Off

• Weekly Gross: $1,300 to $1,500 average, paid every week by direct deposit
• Miles: 2,000 to 2,400 weekly
• Home Time: Every 2 weeks for a real weekend, stay out longer if you want the extra miles
• Extra: Safety and performance bonuses on top of base

Just Getting Your CDL-A?

• Paid training, 3 to 5 weeks with an experienced mentor riding along
• Focus on mountain grades, real trip planning, not textbook driving
• Move to your own solo truck once you pass evaluation

Benefits That Start Day One

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• PTO accruing from your first day
• Life and AD&D insurance paid by the company
• Bring your pet or a rider along for the trip

To Qualify

• Valid Class A CDL
• 6 months tractor-trailer experience, or a fresh CDL-A from an accredited 120+ hour program
• Clean driving history: 2 or fewer moving violations in the last 2 years, no DUI/DWI in 5 to 10 years
• Must clear DOT physical and drug screening

Spots in the next onboarding class are limited.

EOE.