CDL-A Truck Driver -Entry Level

You got your CDL. Now you need someone to put you in a truck, pay you while you learn, and get you home on time. That's this job.

We're hiring drivers from East Salinas, Salinas, Castroville and the rest of the valley. Recent grads and experienced drivers are both welcome.

Q: How long is training, and what does it pay?3 to 5 weeks with a mentor, about 200–250 hours of driving. You earn $850 a week the whole time. Orientation lasts up to 2 days and pays $300 once you're hired. Lodging is covered and your bus ticket is reimbursed.

Q: What happens after training?You get your own truck and run dry van freight in the 11 western states. Runs are usually 2 days or less, at 1,700–2,100 miles a week. You're home every 2 weeks.

Q: What will I make?

• $1,000–$1,300 average per week ($52,000–$67,600 a year)
• For your first 3 months solo, you won't get less than $1,000 a week
• Performance bonus up to $0.06 more per mile
• $15 for every extra stop, beyond the first and last
• $20 for assist or pallet jack unloads, $80 for a full hand unload
• Paid every week by direct deposit

Q: Will I be unloading trucks?Almost never. About 99% of freight is no-touch, and 80% is drop and hook.

Q: What kind of truck?Mostly Freightliners, about 1.5 years old on average. Automatic or 10-speed. It's assigned to you. Most have an APU or inverter.

Q: Benefits?After 30 days: medical, dental, vision and prescription. 401(k), life, disability and paid vacation. Free online college for you and one family member.

Q: Can I bring someone?An approved adult rider, yes. One dog under 40 lbs can come once you're done training.

Q: What do I need?

• Class A CDL, 21 or older
• 2 or fewer moving violations in the last 2 years
• No DUI/DWI in the last 10 years
• Pass a DOT physical and a hair and urine drug test

Q: Why this seat?

• Paid from the first day of training
• A weekly minimum for your first 3 months solo
• Short runs, home every 2 weeks

Apply now. A recruiter will call and answer the rest.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.