Regional Class A Truck Driver - $1300/Wk - Paid Trainee Program

NIS EXPRESS; Telluride (CO); On-site; USD 62,400 - 67,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Structured mentorship for trainees

Competitive base pay

Job summary

NIS EXPRESS in Telluride, Colorado, is looking for commercial drivers to join their expanding regional network. This position offers a predictable bi-weekly schedule with gross earnings averaging $1,200 to $1,300 per week. Drivers will operate in a stable environment with no-touch freight and the potential for performance bonuses.

Both entry-level and seasoned CDL-A drivers are welcome to apply. Enjoy consistent freight volume, predictable home time, and a clear pathway to advance in your driving career.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) required.
• Open to entry-level trainees and experienced drivers.

Responsibilities

• Drive truck with a predictable bi-weekly schedule.
• Maintain a safe driving record while handling refrigerated freight.

Skills

Commercial driving

CDL-A license

Team driving

Job description

Expand your commercial driving career with a highly dependable regional carrier. Our division is currently expanding its regional network, offering commercial drivers a stable environment built on consistent freight volume, financial safety, and a predictable bi‑weekly schedule. Operating across optimized regional lanes, this position is structured to keep your truck moving, maximize your weekly revenue, and provide the dispatch support necessary for long‑term success on the road.

Financial Compensation & Incentives:

• Weekly Gross Earnings: Averaging $1,200 to $1,300 per week, ensuring long‑term financial stability.
• Competitive Base Pay: Starting mileage rate is set at $0.51 CPM.
• Stop‑Pay Incentive: Earn an additional $15.00 for every single intermediate stop made along your route.
• Performance Bonuses: Immediate access to our monthly Driver Performance Bonus program to increase your take‑home pay.
• Freight Characteristics: 100% No‑Touch Freight. This is a strictly refrigerated trailer (Reefer) operation with zero driver loading or unloading requirements.

Trainee Program Highlights (Entry‑Level Applicants):

• No Experience Required: Open to recent commercial driving school graduates with a fresh CDL‑A.
• Smooth Transition: Structured on‑the‑job guidance and direct safety mentorship.
• Career Advancement: Clear, guaranteed pathway to step into a high‑earning First Seat operator role.
• Solid Foundation: Gain real‑world regional experience while hauling steady, corporate freight.

Route Logistics & Schedule Dynamics:

• Consistent Volume: Keep your clock moving with reliable freight averaging between 1,900 and 2,100 miles every week.
• Predictable Home Time: Reliable and structured routing that guarantees you return home every two weeks (14 days out).
• Operating Territory: Safe, favorable, and highly efficient regional lanes.
• Shift Expectations: Continuous 24/7 network operations. Drivers must be available for alternating day and night driving shifts, as well as rotating weekend and holiday dispatches depending on customer freight demands.
• Driver Configuration: This account actively accepts both Solo operators and established Driving Teams.

Hiring Requirements:

• Licensing: A valid, active Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL‑A).
• Endorsements: No specialized endorsements, tank, or hazmat certificates are required to get started.
• Experience: Open to entry‑level Trainee graduates as well as seasoned, experienced First Seat operators.

Application & Next Steps:Stop guessing about your weekly miles and fluctuating paychecks. Click the "Apply" button to submit your application and resume to our system today. Once submitted, our dedicated recruiting team will review your profile and reach out for a straightforward, structured phone screening to coordinate your orientation schedule.

(Equal Opportunity Employer)