CDL-A Trainee Program

American Driver
Hudson, OH
Category Driver
Job Description
Role Overview

This is a CDL-A training program for recent CDL school graduates. Trainees spend 4 to 6 weeks paired one-on-one with a veteran driver, earning guaranteed weekly pay, before transitioning to solo driving in the Eastern Regional Fleet.

What You Will Do

Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain accurate ELD logging, ensure on-time pickups and deliveries, and communicate clearly with dispatch and customers.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is ideal for new CDL-A holders with at least 120 hours of training who want structured mentorship. It offers guaranteed pay during training, performance and safety bonuses, and benefits starting day one.

Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • At least 120 hours of CDL-school training completed
  • No more than 2 moving violations in the last 2 years
  • No serious traffic violations in the past 12 months
  • No major preventable accidents in the last 5 years
  • Pass a hair and urine drug screen

Benefits

  • Day-one medical insurance
  • Day-one dental insurance
  • Day-one vision insurance
  • Day-one life insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Pet and rider program
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