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CDL-A Regional Truck Driver Paid Training Program Home Weekends

American Driver
Posted 4 months ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Calumet City, IL, US

Salary

$1,200 - $1,500 per week

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking CDL-A drivers to join our Midwest fleet, with new graduates encouraged to apply if they have a clean record.
  • Drivers will enjoy home time every weekend and undergo a paid training program lasting 3 to 5 weeks at $655 per week.
  • After training, drivers will transition to solo driving with a starting pay of $0.56 CPM and an average weekly gross pay of $1,200 to $1,500.
  • Candidates must be at least 21 years old, have a valid CDL-A license, and complete a minimum of 120 hours from an accredited trucking school.
  • Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days, with paid vacation available after one year.

We're looking for CDL-A drivers ready to launch their regional career with our Midwest fleet. New graduates are welcome — if you have your CDL-A and a clean record, we want to hear from you.

Home Time:

  • Home every weekend — Saturday and Sunday, every week

Training Program:

  • 3 to 5 weeks of paid training at $655 per week guaranteed
  • One on one mentorship with an experienced driver
  • OTR and regional routes during training
  • Upon successful completion, transition to solo driving with a pay scale starting at $0.56 CPM

Pay after training:

  • $0.56 CPM starting pay
  • Average weekly gross pay $1,200 to $1,500
  • Performance bonus: up to $0.08 CPM

Freight:

  • Live load, live unload, preload, and drop and hook
  • Stop pay: $15 per stop, except first and last

Miles:

  • Average 1,900 to 2,400 miles per week

Lanes:

  • Regional Midwest — Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, and Illinois

Shift:

  • Day and night shifts available
  • Weekend work voluntary
  • Holidays not mandatory

Equipment:

  • 2022 or newer Freightliner Cascadia or Kenworth T680

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision after 30 days
  • Paid vacation after one year
  • Rider and pet policy available after training
  • 24/7 operations support

Requirements:

  • Valid CDL-A license
  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • New graduates welcome — minimum 120 hours from an accredited trucking school
  • No serious traffic violations in the last 12 months
  • No DUI/DWI in the past 5 years
  • Must pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen

Apply today and start your regional career with a team that supports you every mile of the way.




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