Truck Driver Entry Level

21st Century Personnel; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid vacation

Pet rider program

Job summary

21st Century Personnel is seeking entry-level Class A CDL drivers for OTR, regional, dedicated and select local routes. No professional experience? No problem—the paid training program provides hands-on coaching and instruction to start a trucking career.

Training lasts about 4 weeks on the road with an experienced trainer. During this period you can expect to earn $650–$900 per week. After training, many drivers earn $1,200–$1,600+ per week.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 21 years or older.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL.
• Hold a current DOT Medical Card.
• Have completed at least 120 hours of training at an accredited CDL school in the last 24 months.
• Must pass required DOT drug testing.
• Pass background and employment verification checks.
• Provide a complete driving record.

Responsibilities

• Complete 4 weeks of paid on-road training with a trainer.
• Learn safe operating procedures and trip management.
• Develop real-world driving skills and freight handling.
• Build OTR/regional/dedicated driving experience.
• Earn $650–$900 per week during training.

Skills

21 years or older

Class A CDL

DOT Medical Card

Training hours 120

DOT drug testing

Background checks

Driving record

Education

CDL school graduate

Job description

Entry-Level Class A CDL Drivers — Paid Training & No Experience Needed

Please read the entire ad carefully to make sure you meet all qualifications before applying.

Have your Class A CDL but haven't had the opportunity to get behind the wheel professionally yet? We are looking for qualified entry-level CDL drivers and recent CDL school graduates for a variety of OTR, regional, dedicated, and select local driving positions.

If you're ready to turn your CDL into a career, our paid training program gives you the hands-on experience and professional instruction needed to get started.

Get Paid While You Train

New CDL drivers don't have to figure it all out on their own. You'll spend approximately 4 weeks on the road with an experienced driver trainer , learning the skills and procedures needed to become a safe, confident professional driver.

During your training, you'll:

• Work directly with an experienced professional truck driver
• Develop real-world driving skills
• Learn safe operating procedures and proper trip management
• Build valuable OTR driving experience
• Earn $650–$900 per week , depending on the hiring location

Training Home Time

During the initial 30-day training period , drivers should plan to remain on the road with their trainer. Regular home time generally isn't available during this portion of training.

Certain dedicated or local opportunities may have different home-time arrangements based on the account and freight requirements.

Current Hiring Area

At this time, we are unable to accept applicants who live in:

• Alaska
• Hawaii
• Connecticut
• North Dakota
• South Dakota
• New Hampshire

Florida applicants: We cannot currently hire drivers residing south of an imaginary line extending from the Tampa Bay area east toward Cape Canaveral. Drivers living north of this line may qualify.

Do You Meet the Requirements?

Applicants must meet all of the following qualifications:

• Be 21 years of age or older
• Have a valid Class A CDL
• Hold a current DOT Medical Card
• Have completed at least 120 hours of training at an accredited CDL school within the past 24 months
• Successfully complete all required DOT drug testing, including urine and/or hair testing when applicable
• Pass required background and employment verification checks
• Provide a complete driving record

Your driving history must include:

• All accidents from the previous 5 years
• All moving violations from the previous 3 years

What Happens After Training?

After successfully completing your training, you'll generally receive 2–5 days of home time before speaking with driver management about available positions.

We'll review opportunities based on your location, qualifications, experience, and the type of driving job you're looking for.

Our OTR/Regional/Dedicated operation is designed to keep you closer to your home region when possible. We consider OTR driving to mean spending nights in the truck while operating within your home state plus at least three additional states.

Depending on available freight and your location, regional, dedicated, and certain local positions may also be available. Local opportunities are typically concentrated around larger metropolitan areas.

Choose From Multiple Freight Types

There are currently 23 driver openings across several freight divisions:

• Dry Van
• Refrigerated / Reefer
• Flatbed

Interested in flatbed? Qualified drivers can take advantage of a FREE 5-day Flatbed Securement Certification Program.

Late-Model Trucks

You'll operate modern equipment built with driver comfort and reliability in mind.

The fleet is primarily made up of late-model Freightliner tractors , with many trucks equipped with automatic transmissions.

Competitive Earnings After Training

Once training is completed, many drivers earn approximately:

$1,200–$1,600+ Per Week

Your actual weekly income can depend on several factors, including:

• Type of freight
• Assigned route
• Available miles
• Individual performance
• Driving position

Benefits Package

Benefits become available after 30 days and include:

• Medical coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• $10,000 company-paid life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Paid vacation
• Pet rider program
• Passenger rider program
• CDL school tuition reimbursement up to $1,000
• FREE online college tuition through Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) for eligible employees and one immediate family member

Simple Application & Hiring Process

Getting started is straightforward.

Qualified candidates will first speak with a intake specialist for a short telephone interview. Once approved, we'll help guide you through the remaining hiring, onboarding, and orientation process.

For orientation, we provide:

• Bus transportation to orientation or mileage reimbursement when driving yourself
• Meals during orientation
• Paid driver training

Your CDL Is the First Step — Now Build Your Career

If you've earned your Class A CDL and are ready to put it to work, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Whether you're searching for your first professional truck driving position , need paid CDL training , or want to establish a long-term career in transportation, we have multiple opportunities available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.