New to the industry? American Driver is putting entry level Class A drivers through real, paid training in Michigan — no shortcuts, no guesswork, just a clear path from student to professional driver.
WHAT YOU'LL EARN
$900/week during training
$0.56 per mile once you're solo, with a $1,000/week minimum guaranteed for your first 3 months
Pay grows to $0.56–$0.64 per mile after that, averaging $1,200 to $1,700/week
TRAINING DETAILS
You'll spend 4 to 6 weeks with a dedicated trainer, running real freight on real routes the entire time. Your trainer evaluates your progress along the way, and you only go solo once you're ready — not on a fixed schedule.
During training you'll cover:
Class A tractor-trailer operation on actual routes
ELD systems and hours-of-service compliance
Pre-trip and post-trip inspection procedures
Dispatch communication and company protocol
ONCE YOU'RE ON THE ROAD
Regional dry van freight
Weekly home time
Full compliance with DOT regulations
Accurate, up-to-date ELD logs and DVIRs
Complete equipment inspections before and after every shift
Clear, professional contact with dispatch
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Class A CDL
21 years of age or older
120+ hours from an accredited CDL school
Clean driving record
Must pass DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen
Start your driving career the right way. Apply today.
American Driver is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Detroit, Michigan
Skills
CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
Cargo/Freightunmatched
Class A Licenseunmatched
Communications Protocolsunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Truck Driverunmatched
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