Just got your CDL? American Driver is hiring recent CDL Class A graduates based in Hammond, LA to join our OTR fleet running east of I-35.
We'll get you on the road with a paid training program and a dedicated mentor. After training, drivers typically run 2,200–2,500 miles and earn between $1,200 and $1,500 weekly.
Training Program
- 4–6 weeks with a dedicated mentor
- Fully paid — no cost to you
- Focus on real routes, safety, inspections, and day-to-day operations
- Guaranteed weekly pay during training
- After training, transition to solo pay starting at $0.56 CPM
What This Job Looks Like
- Dry van freight with no-touch loads
- About 60% drop and hook to keep you moving
- Consistent miles and minimal downtime
- Day and night runs depending on dispatch
Pay & Weekly Output
- $0.56–$0.65 CPM based on experience
- Weekly earnings usually fall between $1,200–$1,500
- Average 2,200–2,500 miles per week
- Additional pay for stops, layovers, and breakdowns
- Pay increases every six months
- Weekly direct deposit
- $300 paid orientation
Home Time
- Home every two weeks on a consistent and planned schedule
Equipment
- Assigned Freightliner and Kenworth tractors (2022–2025)
- Well-maintained equipment with APUs
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Rider and pet policy
What You Need
- Must be at least 21 with a valid Class A CDL
- Open to recent CDL holders
- No major violations or at-fault accidents in the last 3 years
- No DUI within the last 5 years
- Must pass urine and hair follicle drug screening
Apply today to get started. EOE