CDL A Trainee Driver - Paid Training
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CDL A Trainee Driver - Paid Training Job Type: Driving
Blue Ridge Haulers is hiring recent CDL-A graduates for our Eastern Regional Fleet. Just finished CDL school? Skip the guesswork. We offer structured hands-on training, reliable home time, and guaranteed weekly pay from your first day on the road. This role is ideal for new drivers who hold a valid Class A CDL but do not yet have professional tractor-trailer experience. Drivers complete a mentorship program before moving into steady regional freight, running mostly no-touch drop-and-hook loads in modern equipment.
Why Drive With Us?
70% Drop and Hook / 30% Live Load or Unload (No touch freight keeps you moving)
Bi-weekly home time followed with two full days off (A schedule you can actually count on)
Structured Mentor Program (Ride with a pro before going solo)
24/7 Dispatch Support (Real help on the road whenever you need it)
Modern equipment and new trucks
Supportive environment designed for recent CDL school graduates
Practical Paid Training Program
3 to 4 weeks (200 to 250 hrs) with an experienced trainer / mentor
Paid training program at $850 per week with guaranteed weekly pay throughout training
$300 orientation bonus on your very first paycheck
Hands-on practice: pre-trip inspections, backing, and log accuracy
Immediate transition to full solo pay and your own truck upon completion
Consistent Earnings and Miles (After Training)
$1,400 to $1,600 per week average solo pay
$1,800 per week for top earners
Average 2,800 miles per week
Reliable direct deposit every Friday
Full Benefits (After 30 Days)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Company-covered tolls and fuel program
- Pet and Rider Policy unlocked right after training
Qualifications & Requirements
- Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
- Age 21 or older
- Minimum 120 hours of CDL school instruction (recent graduates considered individually)
- No professional driving experience required
- Clean driving record meeting company, DOT, and FMCSA safety standards
- Blue Ridge Haulers provides recent CDL-A graduates with the training, equipment, and support needed to launch a successful driving career. From paid training through the transition into steady regional freight, drivers benefit from modern equipment, dependable home time, and clear, consistent pay. This is a strong opportunity for motivated new drivers ready to build a long-term career in professional driving.
- Ready to build a solid career behind the wheel? Apply Today and Secure Your Truck!
- EOE
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